Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Gijon?
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 Gijon 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 Gijon?
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.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
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 Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Gijon $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Gijon is $128. 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 Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Gijon $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Gijon $172
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Gijon? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Gijon $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:
- 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 Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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 $4.75Gijon $33
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
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Gijon $13
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 Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Gijon $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Gijon, we can see that Gijon 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 Gijon 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon 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 Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Gijon?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Gijon, 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 Gijon?
Gijon 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 Gijon in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Gijon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
In July, Cairo is generally much warmer than Gijon. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gijon this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Gijon. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Gijon in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Gijon. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cairo is a little warmer than Gijon in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Gijon. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Gijon in the Winter?
Both Gijon and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
In the winter, Cairo is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Gijon averages at about 10°C (49°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Gijon. In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Gijon. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Gijon in the Spring?
Both Gijon 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.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Gijon. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Gijon. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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