Which place is cheaper, Hue or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Cairo or Hue?
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 Hue 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 Hue?
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.
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cultural Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $33Hue $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $33, while the average daily cost in Hue is $56. 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 Hue in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $11Hue $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $22Hue $44
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Hue
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Hue? 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 Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.80Hue $12
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 transfer from Cairo Airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $9.00
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport Arrival to any hotel in Cairo or Giza: $9.00
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer ( One-Way comfort ride ): $10
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Hotel Vise Versa: $10
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Hotels within Cairo and Giza: $10
- Private Transfer from Cairo International Airport to Cairo &Giza : $10
- Private Transfer from Cairo International Airport to Cairo Center : $11
- Departure Airport Transfer from Cairo or Giza to Cairo Airport: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to InterContinental Cairo Citystars: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from InterContinental Cairo Citystars to Cairo airport: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Novotel Cairo El Borg: $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.45
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Short Taxi Ride$0.83
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Bus Transfer From Hue to Phong Nha 1 Way: $19
- Bus Transfer From Hue - Phong Nha: $16
- Bus Transfer from Hue to Hoi An with Sightseeing: $17
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $94
- Deluxe Transfer Hue to Hoi An by Amazing way: $25
- From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $16
- From Hue to Golden Bridge - Ba Na Via Hai Van Pass (Private Roundtrip Transfer): $85
- From Bus Transfer to Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $15
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with 4 Sightseeing Stops: $13
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with Hai Van Pass & Marble …: $16
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with Hai Van Pass & Marble …: $15
- From One-Way Shared Bus Transfer to Da Nang: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Hue?
Prices for flights to both Hue 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 $18Hue $25
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.
- Great tour toThe Grand Museum of Giza and Nile River DinnerCruise: $5.00
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $5.00
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $7.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $7.00
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride : $7.00
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $9.00
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $9.00
- Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea: $9.00
- 2-hours night dinner cruise show : Eat , Dance and Sing : $9.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $9.00
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.58
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.76
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.08
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $21
- Hue Food Tour 5 Delicious Stops for Culinary Exploration: $25
- Walking Street Food tour in Hue: $26
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue City: Cyclo, Market Tour & Cooking Class at Madam Thu: $27
- Eat Like a Local with a Local Hue Food Tour : $30
- Hue Night Walking And Street Food Tour: $30
- Home Cooking Class and Dinner with Local Chef in Hue City: $31
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $31
- Hue : Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $9.09Hue $11
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$6.47
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,camel ride , inside 3rd Pyramid: $1.00
- Cheap Day tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx With Camel Rid : $2.00
- Cheap Day tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx With Camel Rid With lunch: $2.50
- Best Egypt Tour Giza Pyramids Sphinx lunch fees camel 9rd pyramid: $3.50
- VIP privatr tour Giza pyramids sphins &Saqqara and Memphis : $3.50
- Chep Day Tour Pyramids Giza, Memphis, Saqqara and Camel: $4.00
- All inclusive Tour To Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel Ride, Lunch: $4.50
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.50
- Egyptian Spicy Shop and Egyptian Cotton Shopping Private Tour: $5.00
- Full Experience Giza pyramids,Sphinx,Camel ride&inside Pyramid : $5.00
- Shopping Tour Discover Khan El Khalili & More: $5.00
- Private shopping tours from Cairo/Giza hotel with expert guide : $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.39
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.06
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.03
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Eat like a local with a local - Walking Tour: $2.00
- Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour: $2.00
- Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $4.03
- Private City Tour By Car - English Speaking Driver: $4.72
- Palaces, Pagodas, and Train Tracks: A Hidden Huế Audio Tour: $5.00
- Vietnam Song Lab Digital Art Center Entry Ticket: $7.68
- Hue Imperial City 3 Hour Walking Tour for Budget Travelers: $8.00
- City Tour with Driver - Customized Your Own Itinerary: $8.66
- Experience Paper Flower Making in Hue for a Cause: $10
- Private City Tour by Car with English-Speaking Driver: $10
- Imperial City Walk, Motorbike Tour & Private Car Options: $10
- Hue Royal Tombs Tour Visit 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.48Hue $5.49
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: $70
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$0.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Hue, we can see that Hue 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 Hue is in Asia, 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 Hue would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hue 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 Hue Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Hue?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Hue, 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 Hue?
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 Hue in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Hue. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
March to August in Hue is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Hue. In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Hue. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hue receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hue this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Hue during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo is generally around the same temperature as Hue. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Hue fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Hue 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hue in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Hue. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
September to December in Hue is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Hue. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Hue. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Hue receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Hue. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 158 hours of full sun.
Cairo is around the same temperature as Hue in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Hue fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Hue 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hue in the Winter?
Both Hue and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hue is March to August. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Hue. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Hue receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Hue during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Cairo is much colder than Hue. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Hue averages at about 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Hue 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hue in the Spring?
Both Hue 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Hue. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Hue receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Hue, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Hue. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 210 hours of full sun.
In April, Cairo is generally cooler than Hue. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Hue fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Hue 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hue and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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