Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Sarajevo $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $70. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Sarajevo $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Sarajevo $54
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Sarajevo $7.02
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer in Sarajevo: $27
- Airport Transfers & Private Tours with Luxury minibus Bosnia: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo Chauffeur for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $16
- One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $15
- Private Sarajevo Airport Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer From Sarajevo To Beograd : $142
- Private Transfer from Hrasnica to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $68
- Private Transfer from Konjic to Mostar Airport (OMO): $174
- Private Transfer from Konjic to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $155
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Bojnik : $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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 $4.75Sarajevo $31
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
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Sarajevo $12
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.64
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sarajevo Walking Tour In Small Group: $11
- Sarajevo Talkie-Walkie Tour: $13
- Grand Walking Tour: $16
- Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $16
- HISTORY OF ISLAM IN SARAJEVO TOUR: $16
- SARAJEVO CITY TOUR - Learn something in an interesting way.: $17
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
- Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history: $19
- Sarajevo Old Town: Bosnian Ethnic Food & Coffee Walking Tour: $19
- Tunnel of Hope Siege Tour: $20
- Uncovering Islam Tour: $20
- Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Sarajevo $7.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Sarajevo, we can see that Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Sarajevo?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Sarajevo. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo?
Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Sarajevo. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cairo is around the same temperature as Sarajevo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
Both Sarajevo 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, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sarajevo in the Winter?
Both Sarajevo 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, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Cairo is much warmer than Sarajevo in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sarajevo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Sarajevo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Cairo is a little warmer than Sarajevo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Cairo
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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) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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