Which place is cheaper, Sendai 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 Sendai?
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 Sendai 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 Sendai?
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.
Sendai
Sendai, Japan is located in the Toohoku region on the main Honshu island. It is often referred to as "Forest City" due to the large amount of green space throughout the city and the tree filled parks and public spaces. Sendai is a very pleasant city to visit; they are in close proximity to both mountains and the sea and have many large universities throughout the city, making it a popular college town.
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 from Tokyo, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $33Sendai $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $33, while the average daily cost in Sendai is $133. 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 Sendai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $11Sendai $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $22Sendai $122
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Sendai
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Sendai? 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 Sendai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.80Sendai $18
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:
- private transfer from Cairo to Alexandria: $70
- private Airport Transfer from any destination in Cairo or Giza : $35
- one transfer from airport to Cairo Giza hotels or hotels to Cairo airport: $27
- VIP Meet and Greet Private Hotel Transfer from Cairo Airport: $39
- VIP Meet and Assist in Cairo Airport with Private Transfer to Cairo Hotels: $49
- VIP Cairo and SPX International Airport Meet assist transfer: $15
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer to Cairo & Giza Hotels From Cairo Airport: $35
- Transfer from Cairo, Giza or Cairo airport to Ain Sokhna: $60
- Transfer from Cairo Int. Airport to Cairo/Giza hotels: $21
- Transfer from Cairo Airport to the Hotels in Cairo or Giza : $18
- Transfer from Cairo Airport to the Hotels in Cairo or Giza: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sendai
Also for Sendai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Odawara to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) -Departure Private Transfer: $103
- Private Transfer from Sendai Airport to Sendai City: $187
- Sendai City: Private transfer to/from Sendai Airport: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Sendai?
Prices for flights to both Sendai 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 $18Sendai $58
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: $5.00
- Great tour toThe Grand Museum of Giza and Nile River DinnerCruise: $5.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride : $7.00
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $8.00
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Local Oriental Food Tour from Cairo or Giza hotels: $9.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $9.00
- Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea: $9.00
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $9.00
- Giza pyramids,Sphinx,ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise& shopping: $9.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sendai
For Sendai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town: $135
- Michinoku Coastal Trail Sake Tasting with Dinner: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $9.09Sendai $19
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$6.47
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Private Tour in Cairo and Giza: $90
- 2 Days in Cairo & Giza Private Tour : $80
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt Tour with Pyramids and Museums: $253
- 2-Day Tour Ancient Egypt and Old Cairo Highlights Tour: $290
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 2-Days Tours at Cairo & Giza : $143
- 3 Days Private Tour in Giza, Cairo, and Alexandria: $70
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $14
- Alexandria Private Day Tour From Cairo: $95
- Alexandria day tour : $75
- 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: $39
Tours and Activities in Sendai
For Sendai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi: $24
- Sendai and Matsushima Private Tour with Licensed Guide: $101
- Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town: $120
- Afternoon Cycling Tour in Naruko: $151
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.48Sendai $11
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Sendai, we can see that Sendai 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 Sendai 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 Sendai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sendai 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 Sendai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Sendai?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sendai. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Sendai, 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 Sendai?
Sendai 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 Sendai in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Sendai. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Sendai because of the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Sendai. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Sendai averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Sendai. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sendai receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sendai. Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Sendai. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sendai receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Sendai 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sendai in the Autumn?
Both Sendai 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 city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Sendai this time of year.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Sendai. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Sendai fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sendai during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Sendai receives 149 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sendai. In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sendai. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sendai receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Sendai 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sendai in the Winter?
Both Sendai 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. Also, many travelers come to Sendai for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sendai. Cairo is much warmer than Sendai in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Sendai fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Sendai. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sendai receives 149 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Sendai. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sendai receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Sendai 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sendai in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Sendai. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many visitors come to Sendai in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Sendai. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Sendai averages at about 10°C (51°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sendai during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Sendai receives 188 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sendai. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Sendai receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Sendai 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Sendai and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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