Which place is cheaper, Zadar or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Zadar?
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 Zadar 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 Zadar?
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.
Zadar
You'll find Zadar in northern Dalmatia, Croatia. It is located on the Adriatic Sea and is the center of Zadar County. It is both the historic center for the region and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Zadar. There are a handful of sights around town, most of which can be explored on foot.
The climate for the city is a mix between humid subtropical and a Mediterranean climate. The winters are usually mild and wet, and the summers are humid and warm. The hottest months are July and August when temperatures can exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Average yearly rainfall usually exceeds 917 mm. Fall months often remain warm and temperatures are often around 30 degrees Celsius as well. In general, the temperatures rarely drop below freezing, even during the coldest month of January. The rainiest months are October and November, although winter is considered the wet season. July is usually the driest month. Water temperatures are around 25 degrees Celsius in July and August and it may be possible to swim any time between May and October.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Tours for Seniors to Croatia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Zadar $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Zadar is $95. 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 Zadar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Zadar $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Zadar $108
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Zadar
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Zadar? 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 Zadar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Zadar $10
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 Departure Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $5.00
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $9.00
- Private Transfer to Cairo and Giza from Cairo Airport: $9.00
- Private Arrival or Departure Cairo Airport Transfer: $9.50
- Pickup transfer from Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Windsor Hotel Cairo: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Novotel Cairo El Borg to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Cairo Pyramids Hotel to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Osiris Hotel to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Hotel Royal: $9.60
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Cairo Paradise Hotel: $9.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zadar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zadar:
- From Plitvice Lakes Private Round-Trip Transfer: $398
- From Private Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport: $609
- From Zagreb & Franjo Tudman Airport Private Transfer: $459
- Krka National Park Private Tour from Zadar with transfer to Split: $283
- Private One Way Transfer from Split to Zadar: $276
- Private Transfer from Biograd Na Moru to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $68
- Private Transfer from Borik Zadar to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $37
- Private Transfer from Starigrad Paklenica to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $107
- Private Transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Šibenik: $194
- Private Transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Biograd Na Moru: $68
- Private Transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Borik Zadar: $37
- Private Transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Murter: $194
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Zadar?
Prices for flights to both Zadar 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 $4.75Zadar $30
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zadar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zadar.
- Small Group Cooking Class: $39
- Private City Tour and Cooking Class: $96
- Gourmet Sunset dinner on board: $218
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Zadar $20
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:
- Dahshur Pyramids Entry Tickets: $4.25
- Baron Palace Entry Tickets : $4.60
- Cairo Shopping tour Private Papyrus Essential oils Bazar Cotton : $4.70
- Prince Mohamed Ali Palace Entry Ticket: $4.80
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Papyrus and Perfumes in Ancient Egypt: $5.00
- All Inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara: $5.00
- New Grand Egyptian Museum Tour with optional the pyramids tour..: $5.00
- Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hasan Entry Ticket: $5.10
- Baron Empain Palace Entry Tickets: $5.15
- Serapeum Of Saqqara Entry Tickets: $7.00
- Cairo Shopping Tour.: $7.00
- El Sultan Hassan Mosque Entry Ticket: $7.08
Tours and Activities in Zadar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zadar are as follows:
- Old Town Walking Tour: $16
- Zadar historical guided tour: $16
- Zadar Historical Guided Walking Tour: $16
- Old Town Highlights Guided Walking Tour: $18
- Group History Walking Tour in Zadar Old Town: $20
- Guided City Walking Tour: $21
- The Ultimate Zadar Walking Tour: $22
- Early Morning Walking Tour of the Old Town: $24
- Old Town Evening Group Guided Walking Tour: $24
- Zadar City Tour 120min Walk: $24
- Early Morning Walking Tour of the Old Town in Zadar: $26
- Evening Walking Tour of the Old Town: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Zadar $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Zadar
Also in Zadar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting, & Old Town Tour: $52
- Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting, Boat Ride & Zadar Old Town: $53
- Craft Gin and exclusive brandies in unique distillery: $60
- Wine Tasting with Finger Food: $64
- Private City and Wine Tour in Zadar with Eco Tuk Tuk: $98
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Zadar, we can see that Zadar 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 Zadar 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 Zadar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zadar 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 Zadar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Zadar?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Zadar. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Zadar, 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 Zadar?
Zadar 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 Zadar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Zadar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many visitors come to Zadar in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cairo is around the same temperature as Zadar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Zadar averages at about 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zadar this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Zadar during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Zadar receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Zadar. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Zadar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Zadar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Zadar. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Zadar for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Zadar. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Zadar fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zadar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Zadar. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zadar receives 200 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Zadar. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Zadar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Zadar in the Winter?
Both Zadar 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 Zadar because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Cairo is much warmer than Zadar in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Zadar fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Zadar during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Zadar receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Zadar. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Zadar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Zadar in the Spring?
Both Zadar 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, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Zadar this time of year.
In the spring, Cairo is a little warmer than Zadar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Zadar averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Zadar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Zadar. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zadar receives 212 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Zadar. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Zadar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Zadar and Cairo
| Cairo | Zadar | |||
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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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