Which place is cheaper, Sibenik or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Sibenik?
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 Sibenik 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 Sibenik?
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.
Sibenik
Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Sibenik $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Sibenik is $100. 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 Sibenik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Sibenik $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Sibenik $116
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Sibenik
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Sibenik? 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 Sibenik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Sibenik $14
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 Sibenik
Also for Sibenik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport transfer from Split to Šibenik or vice versa: $164
- Private transfer from Sibenik to Split: $262
- Private transfer from Sibenik to Split airport: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Sibenik?
Prices for flights to both Sibenik 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 $4.75Sibenik $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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Sibenik $13
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 Sibenik
For Sibenik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Šibenik - Evening walking tour : $38
- Daily or night walking tour through Medieval Šibenik: $45
- Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour: $49
- Via Ferrata tour - Čikola Canyon: $74
- Krka Waterfalls National Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
- Kornati island National Park & Telascica Nature Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
- Šibenik Riviera boat tour: Zlarin + Prvić + Tijat: $120
- Kornati Experience small group (12 pax) boat tour: $137
- Sibenik Private Combined Food & Drink and Historical Tour: $152
- Full-Day Sailing Tour in Šibenik Archipelago: $164
- The Best of Sibenik Private Walking Tour: $164
- Private walking tour of Sibenik: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Sibenik $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Sibenik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sibenik:
- Vinoplod Winery - Wine Tasting Tour: $29
- Private Krka Waterfalls Tour with Wine Tasting from Sibenik: $213
- From Split or Trogir: Krka National Park & Wine Tasting Tour: $1,069
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Sibenik, we can see that Sibenik 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 Sibenik 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 Sibenik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sibenik 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 Sibenik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Sibenik?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 210 times larger than the population of Sibenik. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Sibenik, 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 Sibenik?
Sibenik 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 Sibenik in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Sibenik. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Sibenik for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Cairo is around the same temperature as Sibenik in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Sibenik fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sibenik. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sibenik. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sibenik receives 345 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Sibenik. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Sibenik 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sibenik in the Autumn?
Both Sibenik 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 Sibenik in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Cairo is a little warmer than Sibenik. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Sibenik averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Sibenik. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sibenik during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Sibenik receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sibenik. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sibenik 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)Sibenik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sibenik in the Winter?
Both Sibenik 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, most visitors come to Sibenik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Cairo is generally much warmer than Sibenik. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Sibenik fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Sibenik. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sibenik receives 128 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Sibenik. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Sibenik 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Sibenik in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Sibenik. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Cairo is a little warmer than Sibenik in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Sibenik fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sibenik this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Sibenik during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Sibenik receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Sibenik. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Sibenik 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Sibenik and Cairo
| Cairo | Sibenik | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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