Which place is cheaper, Girona or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Girona?
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 Girona 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 Girona?
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.
Girona
Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.
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 Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Girona $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Girona is $150. 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 Girona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Girona $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Girona $148
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Girona
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Girona? 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 Girona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Girona $52
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 Girona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
- Girona Airport Bus Transfer from/to Barcelona Center: $21
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $33
- Private Transfer from Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar to Barcelona: $262
- Transfer from Barcelona to girona Airport: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Girona?
Prices for flights to both Girona 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 $4.75Girona $44
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 Girona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Girona.
- The 11 tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $88
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $91
- Girona Evening Food Tour & Tapas Bar Experience: $95
- The 11 Tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $96
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Girona $26
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 Girona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Girona are as follows:
- Girona self-guided tour app with multilingual audioguide: $4.28
- Audio Tour Imprescindible a tu ritmo: $6.41
- Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $6.42
- Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $6.54
- Museum of Cinema Entry Ticket: $7.49
- Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket: $7.74
- Self-guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $11
- Girona City Tour Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11
- Ticket pass to Girona Cathedral, Sant Felix and Girona Art Museum: $13
- Catedral, Art Museum, St Felix Church Ticket & Audio: $29
- E-ticket to Girona's Cathedral, Art Museum & S.t Feliu Church: $29
- Girona History, Legends, and Food Walking Tour with food tasting: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Girona $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Girona
Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spanish Wine Tasting in the Costa Brava: $82
- Local Wineries Tour with Breakfast and Wine Tasting: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Girona, we can see that Girona 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 Girona 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 Girona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Girona 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 Girona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Girona?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Girona. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Girona, 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 Girona?
Girona 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 Girona in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Girona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many travelers come to Girona for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Girona. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Girona averages at about 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Girona this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Girona during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Girona. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Girona 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)Girona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Girona in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Girona. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Girona in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Girona. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Girona fluctuates around 16°C (61°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 Girona. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 170 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Girona. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Girona receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Girona 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Girona in the Winter?
Both Girona and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Girona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Cairo is much warmer than Girona in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Girona fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Girona during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 148 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Girona. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Girona receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Girona 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Girona in the Spring?
Both Girona 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. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Girona because of the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Girona. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Girona averages at about 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Girona. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 177 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Girona. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Girona receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Girona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Girona and Cairo
| Cairo | Girona | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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