Which place is cheaper, Lastres or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Lastres?
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 Lastres 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 Lastres?
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.
Lastres
A city by the sea, Lastres (or Llastres) started out as a small fishing and whaling village accessible only by a dangerous path over cliffs. Today, it is still known as the "beautiful village of Asturias," with breathtaking views of the sea, streets full of historic charm, and a grand chain of mountains just inland. It is the perfect little getaway for someone wanting to bask in the beauty of nature with all the comforts of civilization at hand.
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 Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Lastres $142
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Lastres is $142. 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 Lastres in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Lastres $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Lastres $166
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Lastres
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Lastres? 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 $2.99Lastres $20
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:
- Airport and excursion in Hurghada , Luxor or Cairo Transfer: $16
- Cairo Airport Arrival Transfer: $20
- Private Pickup transfer from Windsor Hotel Cairo to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx With Camel Ride,Lunch and Hotels Transfers: $27
- Private Transfer from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh : $290
- Private transfer from The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx Half Day Tour With Private Guide & Transfers : $135
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer in Cairo or Giza: $49
- Transfer from Anywhere in Cairo to Cairo International Airport: $25
- Transfers From Cairo Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from/to Cairo International Airport: $26
- 01 way Private Transfer from your Hotel in Cairo to Cairo Airport: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Lastres?
Prices for flights to both Lastres 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 $4.75Lastres $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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Lastres $22
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Lastres $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Lastres, we can see that Lastres 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 Lastres 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 Lastres would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lastres 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 Lastres Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Cairo or Lastres?
Lastres 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 Lastres in the Summer?
Both Lastres and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Lastres. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Lastres averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Lastres. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Lastres during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Lastres receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Lastres. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lastres 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)Lastres 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lastres in the Autumn?
Both Lastres and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Lastres. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Lastres fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Lastres. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lastres receives 138 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Lastres. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lastres 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)Lastres 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lastres in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Lastres. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
Cairo is much warmer than Lastres in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Lastres fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Lastres during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Lastres receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
Lastres receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Lastres. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Lastres 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)Lastres 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lastres in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Lastres. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Lastres. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Lastres averages at about 12°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Lastres. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lastres receives 143 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Lastres. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Lastres 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)Lastres 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Lastres and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 9°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) | 10°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°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 (53°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.