Which place is cheaper, Nice 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 Nice?
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 Nice 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 Nice?
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.
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
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 $30Nice $196
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Nice is $196. 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 Nice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Nice $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Nice $142
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Nice
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Nice? 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 Nice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.46Nice $27
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$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Private City Transfer to Cairo and Giza: $4.09
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport Arrival Any Hotel in Cairo Giza: $5.60
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer ( One-Way comfort ride ): $10
- Private Transfer to/from Cairo International Airport: $10
- Private Cairo Airport Transfers & Limousine to Anywhere in Cairo or vice versa: $10
- Cairo airport or Sphinx airport transfer: $10
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hotel in Cairo/Giza: $11
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from InterContinental Cairo Citystars to Cairo airport: $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Airport Transfer to and from Nice City: $223
- Airport Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Nice City in Luxury Van: $93
- Airport Transfer: Nice City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $93
- Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car: $53
- Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Monaco by Luxury Van: $140
- Côte d'Azur Airport NCE Round-Trip Transfer in Private Van: $118
- Cannes Private Transfer from Nice Airport to central Cannes: $112
- Departure Transfer from Nice City to Côte d'Azur Airport NCE in Private Car: $53
- Departure Transfer: Monaco to Nice Airport NCE by Business Car: $124
- Departure Transfer: Villefranche Port to Nice Airport: $67
- From Nice Airport Private Transfer to Saint-Tropez: $349
- Monaco Private Transfer from Monaco-Ville to Nice Airport: $193
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Nice?
Prices for flights to both Nice 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 $16Nice $99
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.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $4.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $6.30
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $6.30
- Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $7.20
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $7.20
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $7.20
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $8.00
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.10
- Giza pyramids, Sphinx, ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise&shopping: $8.10
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.10
- Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea: $8.10
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.10
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee$2.90
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Strawberries$4.64
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Loaf of Bread$3.71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Street Food Tour in Menton 2 hours Small Groups: $71
- Food Tour Nice - Gourmet ride with local flavors: $79
- Nice Food Tour – A Full Meal on French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $94
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $96
- Nice Old Town & Local Market Food Tour with 10 Authentic Tastings: $116
- Gourmet Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - Small Groups: $118
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $136
- 3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera: $137
- Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $142
- Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera: $263
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.27Nice $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$0.76
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$5.89
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs: $2.00
- Private Day tour in Khan Elkhalele Market with Shopping and Lunch: $3.00
- Giza Pyramids Tour, Sphinx, Camel Ride and Shopping: $3.00
- Top Day Giza Pyramids the Top complete Pyramids Tour in Cairo: $3.50
- VIP Shopping Private Tour Papyrus Perfume Bazaars and Cotton: $3.60
- Cheap Day tour Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum,Felucca: $3.75
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx Day Tour: $4.00
- Grand Egyptian Museum&Giza Pyramids All-Inclusive Tour with Lunch: $4.00
- Half Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids with Camel Ride, Lunch: $4.00
- Full-Day Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, Saqqara&Memphis All-Inclusive Tour: $4.00
- VIP Pyramid Tour Inside the 3rd Pyramid with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.00
- Private 6-Hour Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Nile Felucca Tour: $4.00
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Self-Guided Tours In Nice With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.53
- Discover Monaco a Self-Guided Day Tour: $4.71
- Historical and Informative Walking Tour of Nice: $4.72
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Monaco Old Town Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.84
- Antibes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Antibes Walking tour 1h15 and 22 audio reviews: $6.96
- Menton Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h00 and 22 Audio Commentaries: $6.96
- Monaco Formula 1 Circuit Self Guided Walking Tour with App: $6.99
- Monaco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $8.24
- Ticket to Musée National du Sport: $9.31
- Old Nice Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.34Nice $20
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Distillery Day Tour: $24
- Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice: $71
- Organic Wine Tasting in Nice: $77
- Wine Tasting Class: Tour de France in 8 wines (Nice City Centre): $86
- Nice Wine tasting in the hinterland in Defender: $88
- Wine Tasting Workshop in Menton - 1,5 Hour - Small Groups: $88
- Wine tasting, Domaine des Hautes Collines: $116
- Half-day Wine Tour in Bellet wine region from Nice: $136
- Provencal Market and Wine Tasting Full-Day Shared Tour from Nice: $147
- Local Wine Tasting , Grasse perfumerie , and Provençal villages: $147
- Full Wine Tasting Tour in Menton - Early evening - 3 hours: $153
- Full Wine Tasting Tour in Nice - Early evening - 3 hours: $171
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Nice, we can see that Nice 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 Nice 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice 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 Nice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Nice?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Nice. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Nice, 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 Nice?
Nice 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 Nice in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Nice. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Nice. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Nice averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Nice. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nice receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Nice 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nice in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Nice. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Nice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Nice. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Nice fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite rainy in Nice. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Nice. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Nice receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Nice 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nice in the Winter?
Both Nice 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, many visitors come to Nice in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Cairo is much warmer than Nice in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Nice fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Nice. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Nice receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Nice 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Nice in the Spring?
Both Nice 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, most visitors come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Nice. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Nice averages at about 13°C (56°F).
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Nice. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Nice receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Nice 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Nice 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 (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
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