Which place is cheaper, Villach 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 Villach?
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 Villach 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 Villach?
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.
Villach
Located on the Drava River in the Austrian province of Carinthia, near the Italian and Slovenian borders, the city of Villach is known as a gateway to nearby lakes Faak and Ossiach, as well as the Villach Alps. Hiking and water sports are common in the surrounding area, as well as historic sight-seeing and enjoying the picturesque town center called Altstadt.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $30Villach $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Villach is $165. 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 Villach in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Villach $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Villach $160
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Villach
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Villach? 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 Villach Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.46Villach $21
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$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Private City Transfer to Cairo and Giza: $4.09
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport Arrival Any Hotel in Cairo Giza: $5.60
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer ( One-Way comfort ride ): $10
- Private Transfer to/from Cairo International Airport: $10
- Private Cairo Airport Transfers & Limousine to Anywhere in Cairo or vice versa: $10
- Cairo airport or Sphinx airport transfer: $10
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hotel in Cairo/Giza: $11
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from InterContinental Cairo Citystars to Cairo airport: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Villach?
Prices for flights to both Villach 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 $16Villach $71
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: $4.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $6.30
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $6.30
- Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $7.20
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $7.20
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $7.20
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $8.00
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.10
- Giza pyramids, Sphinx, ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise&shopping: $8.10
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.10
- Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea: $8.10
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.10
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.27Villach $17
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$0.76
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$5.89
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs: $2.00
- Giza Pyramids Tour, Sphinx, Camel Ride and Shopping: $3.00
- Private Day tour in Khan Elkhalele Market with Shopping and Lunch: $3.00
- Top Day Giza Pyramids the Top complete Pyramids Tour in Cairo: $3.50
- VIP Shopping Private Tour Papyrus Perfume Bazaars and Cotton: $3.60
- Cheap Day tour Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum,Felucca: $3.75
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx Day Tour: $4.00
- Full-Day Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, Saqqara&Memphis All-Inclusive Tour: $4.00
- Half Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids with Camel Ride, Lunch: $4.00
- Giza pyramids Tour with horse drawn carriage or camel ride: $4.00
- VIP Pyramid Tour Inside the 3rd Pyramid with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.00
- Grand Egyptian Museum&Giza Pyramids All-Inclusive Tour with Lunch: $4.00
Tours and Activities in Villach
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Villach are as follows:
- Villach Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.34Villach $16
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 Villach, we can see that Villach 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 Villach 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 Villach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Villach 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 Villach Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Villach?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Villach. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Villach, 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 Villach?
Villach 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 Villach in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Villach. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Villach in the summer for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Villach. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Villach fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Villach this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Villach during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Villach receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Villach. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Villach receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Villach 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Villach in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Villach. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Villach for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Cairo is a little warmer than Villach in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Villach fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Villach. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Villach receives 167 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Villach. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Villach receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Villach 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Villach in the Winter?
Both Villach 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 winter months attract visitors to Villach because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Villach. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Villach averages at about 5°C (41°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Villach during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Villach receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Villach. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Villach receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Villach 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Villach in the Spring?
Both Villach 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. Also, the small town charm and the natural beauty are the main draw to Villach this time of year.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Villach. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Villach fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Villach. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Villach receives 177 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Villach. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Villach receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Villach 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Villach and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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