Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Seoul 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.
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.
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $20, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $130. 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 Seoul in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Seoul, we can see that Seoul 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 Seoul 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul 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 Seoul Expensive?.
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Cairo. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Seoul, 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.
Seoul has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Seoul. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, most visitors come to Seoul for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Cairo is around the same temperature as Seoul. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Seoul averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun in the summer.
Seoul receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Seoul. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Seoul. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Seoul because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seoul. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Seoul. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Seoul 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, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
It's quite cold in Seoul in the winter. Cairo is much warmer than Seoul in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Seoul. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Seoul 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, many travelers come to Seoul for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Seoul. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Seoul averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In Seoul, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Seoul. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Cairo | Seoul | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |