Which place is cheaper, Cannes or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Cannes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Cannes can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Cairo or Cannes?
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Bicycle Tours in France, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Cannes $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Cannes is $147. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Cairo and Cannes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Cannes $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Cannes $160
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Cannes
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Cannes? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Cairo Hotel Prices and Cannes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Cannes $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Private Departure Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $5.00
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $9.00
- Private Transfer to Cairo and Giza from Cairo Airport: $9.00
- Private Arrival or Departure Cairo Airport Transfer: $9.50
- Pickup transfer from Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Windsor Hotel Cairo: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Novotel Cairo El Borg to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Cairo Pyramids Hotel to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Osiris Hotel to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Hotel Royal: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Cairo Paradise Hotel: $9.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
- Cannes Hotels to Nice Intl Airport NCE Departure Private Transfer: $87
- Cannes Private Transfer from Cannes city centre to Nice Airport: $295
- Cannes-Mandelieu Airport (CEQ) to Port de la Santé- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Cannes-Mandelieu Airport (CEQ): Transfer to Port de la Santé: $433
- Private Transfer to/from Marseille: $310
- Private Transfer to/from Monaco: $181
- Private Transfer to/from Saint-Tropez: $225
- Round-Trip Boat Transfer to Saint Tropez: $78
- Copenhagen: One Way Transfer to & from International Airport: $71
- Departure Transfer: Cannes to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car: $103
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Nice Airport: $128
- Mandelieu to St Tropez Round Trip Ferry Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Cannes?
Prices for flights to both Cannes and Cairo change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayCairo $4.75Cannes $49
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Cairo/Giza: Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show & Private Transfer : $9.63
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $12
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- VIP tour Giza pyramids ,Sphinx, Quad bike ,Camel, Dinner cruise : $19
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, Quad Bike, Night and Dinner Cruise on Nile: $19
- Private Cairo Food Tour : $20
- All inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & ATV &Dinner cruise : $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
- Private Cairo food tour and Egyptian tea: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Cannes $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.84
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.49
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dahshur Pyramids Entry Tickets: $4.25
- Baron Palace Entry Tickets : $4.60
- Cairo Shopping tour Private Papyrus Essential oils Bazar Cotton : $4.70
- Prince Mohamed Ali Palace Entry Ticket: $4.80
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Papyrus and Perfumes in Ancient Egypt: $5.00
- All Inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara: $5.00
- New Grand Egyptian Museum Tour with optional the pyramids tour..: $5.00
- Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hasan Entry Ticket: $5.10
- Baron Empain Palace Entry Tickets: $5.15
- Serapeum Of Saqqara Entry Tickets: $7.00
- Cairo Shopping Tour.: $7.00
- El Sultan Hassan Mosque Entry Ticket: $7.08
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
- Cannes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
- Explore Guided walking Tour with a local guide: $37
- Cannes Discovery: walking Tour Led by a Local Expert: $38
- Scenic Coves RIB Boat Tour: $48
- Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $48
- Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Guided Tour in Cannes by a Screenwriter: History, Glamour & Cinema: $55
- 1 or 2-Hour Gyropod Tour: $58
- Exclusive 2 hours City Tour in Cannes in a Vintage Bus: $64
- City Tour in Cannes aboard our Classic French Bus!: $65
- Half Day Tour in Cannes, Antibes and St Paul de Vence: $65
- Cannes 2.5-Hour E-bike Tour: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Cannes $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
- St Paul de Vence, Antibes & Wine Tasting from Cannes: $130
- Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting: $139
- French Riviera: Provencal Wine Tours: $759
- Wine Tasting, Cannes, Coco Chanel, Perfume Factory & Grasse: $1,273
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Cannes, we can see that Cannes is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Cannes is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Cannes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cannes than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Cannes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Cannes?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Cannes. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Cannes, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Cairo or Cannes?
Cannes has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cairo or Cannes in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Cannes. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, most visitors come to Cannes for the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Cannes. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Cannes fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cannes. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Cannes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cannes in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Cannes. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Cannes because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Cairo is a little warmer than Cannes in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Cannes fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite rainy in Cannes. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Cannes. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Cannes 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cannes in the Winter?
Both Cannes and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Cannes this time of year.
In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Cannes. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Cannes averages at about 9°C (48°F).
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cannes. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Cannes 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cannes in the Spring?
Both Cannes and Cairo during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Cannes for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Cannes. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Cannes fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Cannes. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Cannes 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Cannes and Cairo
| Cairo | Cannes | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
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