Which place is cheaper, Tenerife or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Tenerife 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.
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
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 Spain, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Tenerife is $137. 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 Tenerife 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:
Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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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.
For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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:
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Tenerife, we can see that Tenerife 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 Tenerife 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 Tenerife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tenerife 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 Tenerife Expensive?.
Tenerife has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Tenerife. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Tenerife because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Cairo is a little warmer than Tenerife in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Tenerife fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tenerife. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Tenerife. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tenerife receives 268 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Tenerife. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Tenerife 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 hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tenerife this time of year.
In the autumn, Cairo is around the same temperature as Tenerife. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Tenerife averages at about 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Tenerife. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Tenerife during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Tenerife receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Tenerife. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Tenerife 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, many travelers come to Tenerife for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Cairo is generally cooler than Tenerife. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Tenerife fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Tenerife. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tenerife receives 191 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Tenerife. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Tenerife. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Tenerife in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Cairo is a little warmer than Tenerife in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Tenerife fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tenerife this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Tenerife during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Tenerife receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Tenerife. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Cairo | Tenerife | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |