Which place is cheaper, Como or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Como?
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 Como 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 Como?
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.
Como
At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Como $229
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Como is $229. 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 Como in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Como $157
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Como $314
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Como
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Como? 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 Como Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Como $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$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- private tour to Abusimble transfer to Luxor and visiting Edfu : $175
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo HTL-APT (CAI): $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer your private departure from your hotel to Cairo Airport: $20
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Como
Also for Como, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Argegno: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $235
- Bellagio to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $78
- Como Private Transfer from Como city centre to Milan Malpensa Airport: $221
- From Bellagio or Como hotels to Venice (+water taxi) - Private Transfer: $193
- From Como : Private 1-Way Transfer to Malpensa airport: $336
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Linate airport: $306
- From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Como: $275
- Milan Private Transfer from Cernobbio (Como) to Milan airports (LIN or MPX): $243
- Pirvate transfer from Malpensa airport to Como and Cernobbio: $207
- Private Transfer From Lecco or Malgrate: $65
- Private Transfer from Como to Milan hotels: $53
- Private Transfer from Lezzeno or Pognana Lario or Faggeto Lario: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Como?
Prices for flights to both Como 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 $4.75Como $64
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Como
For Como, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- COOKING, EATING, LOVING - Lasagna cooking Class for everyone!: $45
- Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling: $49
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lentate Verbano with Show Cooking: $93
- Lake Como Food Tour - Eat like a real Local: $108
- Tour and historical dinner: Lake Como 1690: $131
- Como Food Tour and the Farmers Market: $139
- Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $160
- Como Area: Pizza Training Experience: $160
- Pizza Training Experience. Como Area: $163
- Lecco Bike Tour & Pizza Lunch: $163
- Private Market Tour & Lunch or Dinner with a Local: $171
- Como Food Tour: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Como -
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:
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- 2 Days 1 Nights Tour package to Saint-Catherine from Cairo : $300
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt Tour with Pyramids and Museums: $219
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 4-Day Tours at Cairo & Giza & Alexandria: $209
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $26
- All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour to All Pyramids and Cairo and 2 evenings: $299
- All Inclusive Full-Day Tour to Pyramids, Museum, mosque and Felucca: $79
- All Inclusive day tour to Giza pyramids, Egyptian museum and Felucca : $88
Tours and Activities in Como
For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Agra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Como: $8.71
- Como Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Como Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
- Self-Guided Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
- Lake Self-Guided Walking Tour - Downtown Como: $21
- Como City Audio Guide and Skip The Ticket Line to Brunate: $22
- Como City Walking Tour : $27
- City Tour with Duomo Visit and First Basin Lake Cruise: $32
- Guided City Walking Tour: $32
- 90minutes Tea Preparation and Tasting Experience in Como: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Como -
Sample the Local Flavors in Como
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Como:
- Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake: $60
- Italian Wine Tasting & Food Como Lake: $70
- Lake Food and Wine tour in Colico: $114
- Wine Tastings with Chef Luigi Gandola: $135
- Private Wine Tasting in Bellagio with Chef Luigi Gandola: $185
- Food and Wine Tours Lake Como: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Como, we can see that Como 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 Como 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 Como would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Como 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 Como Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Como?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Como. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Como, 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 Como?
Como 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 Como in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Como. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Como because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Como. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Como fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Como. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Como. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Como receives 250 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Como. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Como receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Como 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Como in the Autumn?
Both Como and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Como this time of year.
Cairo is much warmer than Como in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Como fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Como during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Como receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Como. In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Como. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Como receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Como 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Como in the Winter?
Both Como and Cairo during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Como for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Como. In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Como. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Como averages at about 5°C (41°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Como. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Como receives 119 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Como. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Como receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Como 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Como in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Como. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many visitors come to Como in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Como. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Como fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Como during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Como receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Como. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Como receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Como 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Como and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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