Which place is cheaper, Faro or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Faro?
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 Faro 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 Faro?
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.
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Faro $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Faro is $143. 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 Faro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Faro $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Faro $160
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Faro
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Faro? 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 Faro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Faro $10
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:
- From Private Day Trip to Luxor w/ Transfer & Flights: $659
- 3 Private Full-Day Tours to Cairo Top Attractions+One Airport Transfer: $300
- Private Transfer from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh : $290
- Cairo - Sharm El Sheikh: One-Way or Return Private Transfer: $290
- Full-Day Private Trip to Fayoum from Cairo, with Transfer: $286
- 2 Days and 2 Evenings Private Tour in Cairo include airport transfer and M&A: $280
- From One-Way Private Transfer To Luxor: $275
- Private Transfer from El Cairo (CAI) Airport to Hurghada: $264
- Private 3 Days in Giza Cairo and Alexandria including Free airport transfers: $250
- Cairo To El Gouna Private Transfer: $248
- Overnight camping White Desert (Baharaya Oasis) & Cairo Private Transfers: $240
- Day Trip to Luxor East and West Bank from Cairo with private airport transfer and lunch included: $235
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ) Transfers airport Faro X Sevilla: $91
- Aiport Transfer from FARO to TAVIRA or CABANAS: $72
- Airport Transfer to Albufeira: $62
- Airport Transfer to Armação da Pera: $81
- Airport Transfer to Burgau: $143
- Airport Transfer to Cadiz: $669
- Airport Transfer to Carvoeiro: $87
- Airport Transfer to Evora: $414
- Airport Transfer to Gale: $67
- Airport Transfer to Huelva: $155
- Airport Transfer to Isla Antilla: $129
- Airport Transfer to Lagos: $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Faro?
Prices for flights to both Faro 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 $4.75Faro $39
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 Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Most Delicious Private Food Tour of 6 or 10 Tastings: $83
- 3 Hours Classic Food Tour in Faro: $97
- Authentic Portuguese Cooking Experience in Algarve: $162
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Faro $10
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 Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- Camera Obscura - Tavira Eye - Admission Ticket: $5.45
- Faro Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Lagos Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Tavira Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $7.84
- Faro Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Algarve Life Sciences Center Museum Family Ticket: $13
- Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop: $18
- Ria Formosa Sunset Boat Tour: $21
- Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro: $22
- 1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa: $26
- 2 Hours Boat Tour in Ria Formosa: $27
- Tavira Route Boat Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Faro $3.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Wine tastings, with Tour option - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $19
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $27
- Algarve Traditional Food and Wine Tasting: $48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Faro, we can see that Faro 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 Faro 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro 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 Faro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Faro?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Faro. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Faro, 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 Faro?
Faro 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 Faro in the Summer?
Both Faro and Cairo during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Faro because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
Cairo is around the same temperature as Faro in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Faro fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
In Faro, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the summer, Cairo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Faro. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Faro receives 374 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Faro. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Faro receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Faro 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Faro in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Faro. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the shopping scene are the main draw to Faro this time of year.
In the autumn, Cairo is a little warmer than Faro. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Faro averages at about 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Faro this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Faro during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Faro receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Faro. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Faro receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Faro 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Faro in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Faro. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Faro for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Faro. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Faro fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Faro. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Faro receives 161 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Faro. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Faro receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Faro 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Faro in the Spring?
Both Faro and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Faro in the spring for the beaches.
Cairo is a little warmer than Faro in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Faro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Faro. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Faro during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Faro receives 248 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Faro. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Faro receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Faro 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Faro and Cairo
| Cairo | Faro | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
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