Which place is cheaper, Nantes or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Nantes?
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 Nantes 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 Nantes?
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.
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Nantes $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Nantes is $116. 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 Nantes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Nantes $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Nantes $128
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Nantes
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Nantes? 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 Nantes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Nantes $38
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:
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- private tour to Abusimble transfer to Luxor and visiting Edfu : $175
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo HTL-APT (CAI): $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer your private departure from your hotel to Cairo Airport: $20
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Nantes?
Prices for flights to both Nantes 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 $4.75Nantes $29
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 Nantes
For Nantes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Nantes $14
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:
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- 2 Days 1 Nights Tour package to Saint-Catherine from Cairo : $300
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt Tour with Pyramids and Museums: $219
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 4-Day Tours at Cairo & Giza & Alexandria: $209
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $26
- All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour to All Pyramids and Cairo and 2 evenings: $299
- All Inclusive Full-Day Tour to Pyramids, Museum, mosque and Felucca: $79
- All Inclusive day tour to Giza pyramids, Egyptian museum and Felucca : $88
Tours and Activities in Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.42
- Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $50
- Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
- Welcome to Private Tour with a Local: $51
- Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Panoramic Tour by Electric Bike: $59
- PANORAMA TOUR OF NANTES by electric bike: $60
- Nantes : Must-see Attractions Walking Tour: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Nantes $6.89
Sample the Local Flavors in Nantes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nantes:
- Château du Bois-Huaut: Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Nantes, we can see that Nantes 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 Nantes 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 Nantes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nantes 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 Nantes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Nantes?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Nantes. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Nantes, 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 Nantes?
Nantes 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 Nantes in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Nantes. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Nantes because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Nantes. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Nantes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nantes. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Nantes. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 267 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Nantes. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Nantes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nantes in the Autumn?
Both Nantes and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Nantes this time of year.
Cairo is much warmer than Nantes in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Nantes fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Nantes during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 141 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Nantes. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Nantes 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nantes in the Winter?
Both Nantes 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Nantes for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Nantes. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Nantes averages at about 6°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Nantes. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 72 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Nantes. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Nantes 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nantes in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Nantes. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Nantes in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Nantes. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Nantes fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Nantes during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Nantes. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Nantes 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Nantes and Cairo
| Cairo | Nantes | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
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