A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cairo vs. Dakar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Cairo or Dakar?

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 Dakar 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 Dakar?

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.

Dakar

Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.

Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Cairo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $27, while the average daily cost in Dakar is $62. 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 Dakar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cairo $14
    Dakar $33
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cairo $28
    Dakar $66
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Dakar

Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Dakar? 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.

Hotels in Cairo


Hotels in Dakar


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cairo $4.60
    Dakar $5.44
Typical Local Transportation prices in Cairo

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.13
  • Taxi Ride
    $0.49

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
  • Airport and excursion in Hurghada , Luxor or Cairo Transfer: $16
  • Cairo Airport Arrival Transfer: $20
  • Cairo Airport Departure Transfer : $25
  • Cairo Airport Transfer to Hotel: $20
  • Private Pickup transfer from Cairo Paradise Hotel to Cairo airport: $12
  • Private Pickup transfer from Windsor Hotel Cairo to Cairo airport: $12
  • Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx With Camel Ride,Lunch and Hotels Transfers: $23
  • Private Transfer from Cairo or Giza to Hurghada : $145
  • Private Transfer from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh : $290
  • Private airport Transfer: $15
  • Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Sonesta Hotel Tower : $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:

  • Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) to Dakar hotels - Round-Trp Private Transfer: $72
  • AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49
  • Arrival Private Transfer Dakar Airport DSS to Dakar by Sedan, Minivan or Minibus: $70
  • Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $213
  • Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) to Dakar hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
  • DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $121
  • DSS Airport Transfer <-> Saly (One way): $60
  • Dakar hotels to Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
  • Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $71
  • Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Palmarin/Ndangane (two directions): $220
  • Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Saly Zone (two directions): $60
  • Private Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) to Dakar: $205

Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Dakar?

Prices for flights to both Dakar 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Cairo $7.32
    Dakar $20
Typical Food prices in Cairo

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:


  • Juice
    $0.06

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.

  • Unusual Cairo Food Tour : $15
  • Delicious food tour in Cairo: $15
  • Family Safari, ATV Quad Bike, Buggy, Dinner, Transfer - Hurghada: $16
  • Dinner Cruise on the Nile with Private Transfer from Cairo: $16
  • 2-Hour Nile River Night Dinner Cruise from Cairo: $16
  • Super Safari ATV , Drive Buggy Car, Camel Ride, Dinner, Show-Hurghada: $19
  • Dinner Cruise Cairo With Belly Dancer Show in The Nile River: $20
  • Food Tour in Local Cairo Life with Egyptian tea: $22
  • Quad Bike ATV Camel Ride Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $23
  • Romantic Nile View Dinner: $23
  • Private Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum Tour with Dinner at Nile Cruise: $24
  • local oriental food tour from Cairo or Giza hotels: $24

Typical Food prices in Dakar

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:


  • Breakfast
    $4.16

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cairo $8.86
    Dakar $14
Typical Entertainment prices in Cairo

Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entry to Camel Market for Two
    $1.30
  • Egyptian Museum Entry for Two
    $10

Tours and Activities in Cairo

Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Cairo Shopping tour Private Papyrus Perfume, Bazar Cotton Shop : $5.00
  • Cairo Shopping Tour.: $5.00
  • Discover Ancient Wonders Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids and Sphinx: $8.00
  • Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Day Tour : $8.00
  • Private tour to The Mosque of Muhammad Ali: $9.00
  • Private Tour to old Islamic Cairo and the old famous arts: $9.00
  • Private Tour to the Egyptian Museum and tour to the famous old arts of Egypt: $9.00
  • Private tour to Al-Rifa'i Mosque: $9.00
  • Best cairo tours visit to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx: $10
  • Top Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids And Sphinx: $10
  • Private Cairo shopping tour to real papyrus museum Lotus oil factory jewelries: $10
  • 5 Hours Private Tour to Giza pyramids Sphinx and Old Coptic Cairo: $10

Tours and Activities in Dakar

Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $31
  • Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
  • Private City Tour: $90
  • Half Day Dakar City Tour: $105
  • Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
  • Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour: $130
  • Dakar City Tour and Goree island (from 3 people): $132
  • From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $140
  • Half Day Tour : Explore Goree island: $140
  • Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour : $142
  • Full-Day Private Dakar City Tour : $143
  • Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cairo $1.81
    Dakar $9.12

Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:

  • Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $60

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Dakar, we can see that Dakar is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Dakar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dakar than you might in Cairo.

Which is Bigger, Cairo or Dakar?

Cairo is bigger, and its population is about 3.1 times larger than the population of Dakar. When comparing the population of Cairo vs. Dakar, 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 and the activities that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Cairo or Dakar?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Cairo or Dakar in the Summer?

Both Dakar and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Dakar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Dakar. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

It's quite sunny in Dakar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Dakar during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Dakar receives 218 hours of full sun in the summer.

Cairo is around the same temperature as Dakar in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Dakar fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Cairo 28°C (82°F) 
    Dakar 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Dakar in the Autumn?

Both Dakar 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round.

Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Dakar. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Dakar. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dakar receives 260 hours of full sun.

In the autumn, Cairo is cooler than Dakar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Dakar averages at about 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Cairo 23°C (73°F) 
    Dakar 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Dakar in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Dakar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Cairo usually receives more rain than Dakar. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Dakar during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Dakar receives 232 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Cairo is generally much colder than Dakar. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Dakar fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Cairo 14°C (57°F) 
    Dakar 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Dakar in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Dakar. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year.

Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Dakar. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Dakar. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dakar receives 275 hours of full sun.

Cairo is around the same temperature as Dakar in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Dakar fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Cairo 21°C (70°F) 
    Dakar 21°C (70°F)

Typical Weather for Dakar and Cairo

Cairo Dakar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 17°C (63°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 21°C (70°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 1 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Sep 26°C (79°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)


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