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

Should you visit Cairo or Jodhpur?

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 Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur?

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.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.

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 India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.


Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Cairo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $39. 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 Jodhpur in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cairo $10
    Jodhpur $13
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cairo $20
    Jodhpur $26
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Jodhpur

Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Jodhpur? 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 Jodhpur


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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 Jodhpur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cairo $3.46
    Jodhpur $5.65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo

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


  • Metro Ride
    $0.08
  • Taxi Ride
    $0.29

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:

  • transfer from Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels to Alexandria: $55
  • private transfer from Cairo to Alexandria: $95
  • private Airport Transfer from any destination in Cairo or Giza: $35
  • cairo to siwa transfers service - safe ,comfortable easy rides: $120
  • Welcome to Private Airport Pickup & Transfer: $24
  • VIP Private Cairo Airport Transfer To Or From Cairo , Giza Hotels: $12
  • VIP Meet and assist with transfer from Cairo and SPX Airport: $7.00
  • VIP Meet and Greet Private Hotel Transfer from Cairo Airport: $39
  • VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
  • VIP Luxury Airport Transfer: Mercedes E-Class Meet & Greet: $50
  • VIP Ain Sokhna Red Sea Day Trip from Cairo with Private Transfer: $90
  • Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.31

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
  • Airport Transfer: Jodhpur Airport (JDH) to Hotels in Jodhpur: $73
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
  • From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
  • Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $40
  • Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
  • Jaisalmer: Stress-Free Private Transfer to Jodhpur: $48
  • Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $7.94
  • Jodhpur Hotel to Bikaner Hotel drop: Private Transfers: $64
  • Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok Temple One Way Private Transfer: $51
  • Jodhpur To Jaipur One Way Private Transfer: $60
  • Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34

Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Jodhpur?

Prices for flights to both Jodhpur 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 $16
    Jodhpur $19
Typical Food Prices in Cairo

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


  • Juice
    $0.04

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo

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

  • Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $5.00
  • Explore Giza Pyramids with Camel, ATV, Dinner Cruise, & Shopping: $5.00
  • Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $5.40
  • Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $7.00
  • 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $7.00
  • Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
  • Cairo Dinner Nile Cruise with Belly Dancer Show on Nile River: $7.00
  • Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
  • Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.00
  • Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.00
  • night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
  • Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $8.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • chai and pakora cooking class: $11
  • Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
  • Jodhpur Temple Tour & Food Tour with Local Guide: $21
  • street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $21
  • Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $24
  • Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
  • Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $26
  • Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $26
  • Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $26
  • Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $26
  • Jodhpur Cooking Experience 11 Authentic Dishes Pickup & Drop: $27
  • Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $29

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cairo $8.29
    Jodhpur $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:


  • Entry to Camel Market for Two
    $0.77
  • Egyptian Museum Entry for Two
    $5.90

Tours and Activities in Cairo

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

  • "Private Half-Day Tour to the Giza Pyramids Saqqara and Memphis: $25
  • (Egypt jewel) Day Tour To Giza Pyramids, Museum, Mosque &Felucca: $55
  • 01 Day Tour to Pyramids Of Giza Memphis And Sakkara: $86
  • 1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $30
  • 1 Day tour to Giza pyramids Memphis city Dahshur and Saqqara pyramids: $15
  • 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
  • 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
  • 1 Hour adventure in the Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
  • 1 Night 2 Days Bahariya Oasis Camp and Desert Tour in Cairo: $225
  • 1-Hour Private Felucca Boat Tour on the Nile: $9.00
  • 1-Hour Private Felucca Boat Tour on the Nile: $7.00
  • 1-Hour Quad Bike Tour Around the Giza Pyramids: $55

Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Fort Entrance for Two
    $5.19
  • Astrology Reading
    $3.63

Tours and Activities in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Jodhpur Private Blue City walking tour with breakfast: $3.71
  • Taj Mahal and Agra fort tour with iconic photoshoot: $4.00
  • Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
  • Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.34
  • Blue City Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $8.45
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.47
  • Mehrangarh Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
  • (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
  • Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cairo $1.35
    Jodhpur $8.87

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: $69
  • Cairo Autumn Downtown Food & Bar Crawl with Drinks: $109


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Jodhpur, we can see that Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cairo or Jodhpur?

Cairo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Jodhpur, 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 Jodhpur?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Cairo or Jodhpur in the Summer?

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

It's quite rainy in Jodhpur. Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Jodhpur. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. Cairo is cooler than Jodhpur in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Cairo 28°C (82°F) 
    Jodhpur 32°C (90°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Jodhpur in the Autumn?

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

In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Jodhpur. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

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


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

Should I visit Cairo or Jodhpur in the Winter?

Both Jodhpur and Cairo during the winter 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 Jodhpur year-round.

Cairo usually gets more rain in January than Jodhpur. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In January, Cairo is generally cooler than Jodhpur. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Jodhpur fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Cairo 14°C (57°F) 
    Jodhpur 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Jodhpur in the Spring?

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

In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Jodhpur. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.

The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. Cairo is cooler than Jodhpur in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Cairo 21°C (70°F) 
    Jodhpur 31°C (88°F)

Typical Weather for Jodhpur and Cairo

Cairo Jodhpur
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 17°C (63°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) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 21°C (70°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 31°C (88°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 35°C (95°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 34°C (93°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 1 mm (0 in) 32°C (90°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 29°C (84°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sep 26°C (79°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 1 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)