Which place is cheaper, Christchurch or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Christchurch?
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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
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.
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, right beside the Canterbury Plains. Most people begin their South Island travels here. The city itself can be fascinating to explore so it is worth allowing yourself several days in town as an introduction to the region.
The River Avon flows through the city center, twisting through the old buildings. Christchurch is referred to in New Zealand as the Garden City and it is easy to see why. It's quite a nice city with trees spread throughout. The economy is centered around international tourism as well as foreign education. There is a high Asian student population here, giving the city a diverse feel.
Christchurch's climate is temperate and the city receives moderate rainfall. In January average high temperatures are around 73 degrees Fahrenheit with averages around 52 degrees Fahrenheit in July. There is a sea breeze during the summer months that keep temperatures pleasant. Temperatures can drop below freezing at night during the winter months. Snow may also fall several times a year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Christchurch $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Christchurch is $96. 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 Christchurch in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.27Christchurch $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Christchurch $100
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Christchurch
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Christchurch? 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 Christchurch Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.96Christchurch $15
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$0.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- 2-Days Trip in Cairo & Giza (Including Free Transfer from the Airport): $143
- Cairo Airport Arrival Transfer: $20
- Cairo Airport Transfer to Hotel: $20
- Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx With Camel Ride,Lunch and Hotels Transfers: $27
- Private airport Transfer: $15
- Private transfer from Sonesta Hotel, Tower& Casino Cairo to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Transfer from Anywhere in Cairo to Cairo International Airport: $25
- Transfers From Cairo Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from/to Cairo International Airport: $26
- 01 way Private Transfer from your Hotel in Cairo to Cairo Airport: $10
- 01 way Transfer from Cairo airport to your Hotel in Giza: $10
- 01 way Transfer from hotel in Cairo to Alexandria: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Airport CHC to Christchurch in Business Car: $66
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $130
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car: $66
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van: $91
- Christchurch Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Christchurch: $69
- Christchurch City Hotels to Airport Transfer - Lowest price 1 to 9 Passengers: $78
- Christchurch Hotels to Airport Transfer: $51
- Christchurch to Christchurch Airport(CHC)- Departure Transfer: $32
- Departure Private Transfers from Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car: $66
- Departure Private Transfers from Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van: $91
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Port to Christchurch Airport CHC: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Christchurch?
Prices for flights to both Christchurch 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 $4.70Christchurch $31
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 Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $10
- Giza Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $10
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $13
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- 2-Hour Nile River Night Dinner Cruise from Cairo: $16
- Super Safari Quad Bike Jeep Safari Buggy and Dinner in Hurghada: $18
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Dinner Cruise Cairo With Belly Dancer Show in The Nile River: $20
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, ATV, shopping Tour and Dinner cruise: $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.69Christchurch $18
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$6.43
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dahshur Pyramids Entry Tickets: $4.28
- El Sultan Hassan Mosque Entry Ticket : $4.56
- The Baron Empain Palace Entry Ticket: $4.60
- New Grand Egyptian Museum Tour with optional the pyramids tour..: $5.00
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Papyrus and Perfumes in Ancient Egypt: $5.00
- Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hasan Entry Ticket: $5.07
- Wonder Tour To Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure Pyramids and Great Sphinx : $5.56
- Cairo Museum of Islamic Arts Entry Ticket: $7.00
- Baron Palace Skip the line Access Entry Tickets: $7.00
- El Sultan Hassan Mosque Entry Ticket: $7.00
- Museum of Islamic Art Entry Ticket : $7.23
- Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx: $8.00
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram: $21
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $25
- Christchurch International Antarctic Centre Entry Tickets: $35
- International Antarctic Center General Admission Ticket: $36
- Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo: $42
- Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo: $46
- Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River: $47
- Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket: $63
- Waipara Wine Trail Afternoon Tour from Christchurch: $75
- Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch: $108
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center: $109
- Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.16Christchurch $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $102
- All-Inclusive Waipara Region Wine Tour from Christchurch: $106
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $120
- Akaroa Craft Distillery HeliGin Experience: $538
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Christchurch, we can see that Christchurch 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 Christchurch is in Pacific, 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 Christchurch would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Christchurch 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 Christchurch Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Christchurch?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Christchurch, 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 Christchurch?
Christchurch 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 Christchurch in the Summer?
Both Christchurch and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Christchurch in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cairo is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Christchurch averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Christchurch. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Christchurch during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 224 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Christchurchin January. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCairo 28°C (82°F)Christchurch 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Christchurch in the Autumn?
Both Christchurch and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Christchurch for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Christchurchin April. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Christchurch fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Christchurchin April. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 161 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Christchurchin April. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilCairo 23°C (73°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Christchurch in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Christchurch. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Cairo is much warmer than Christchurch in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Christchurch fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in July.
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Christchurch during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 122 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Christchurchin July. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyCairo 14°C (57°F)Christchurch 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Christchurch in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Christchurch. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Christchurch this time of year.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Christchurch averages at about 12°C (54°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Christchurch. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Christchurchin October. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 204 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Christchurchin October. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberCairo 21°C (70°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Christchurch and Cairo
| Cairo | Christchurch | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.