A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Casablanca vs. Sarajevo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Casablanca or Sarajevo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Casablanca or Sarajevo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Casablanca or Sarajevo?

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

Sarajevo

Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.


Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Casablanca?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Casablanca is $71, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $70. 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 Casablanca and Sarajevo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Casablanca $42
    Sarajevo $27
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Casablanca $84
    Sarajevo $54
Compare Hotels in Casablanca and Sarajevo

Looking for a hotel in Casablanca or Sarajevo? 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.

Hotels in Casablanca


Hotels in Sarajevo


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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: Casablanca Hotel Prices and Sarajevo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Casablanca $11
    Sarajevo $7.02
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    $6.98
  • Taxi Ride
    $7.98

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • transfers from Casablanca Airport or city to Fez (Door to Door): $148
  • transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city & hotels: $27
  • Your Private Casablanca Transfer: $21
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Casablanca APT-HTL (CMN): $42
  • Transfert Arrival - Casablanca Airport to Marrakech City: $298
  • Transfers from Casablanca, Mohamed V Airport to Marrkech: $163
  • Transfer from your hotel Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport: $20
  • Transfer from Mohammed V Airport to your hotel Casablanca: $20
  • Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $140
  • Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $150
  • Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $150
  • Transfer from Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $152

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:


  • Tram Tickets (for 2)
    $1.64

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo

Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $15
  • Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $16
  • Private Transfer to and from Sarajevo Airport: $25
  • Sarajevo Airport Private Transfer: $27
  • Airport transfers and all other transfers 4 people: $27
  • Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $27
  • Airport Transfers & Private Tours with Luxury minibus Bosnia: $27
  • Airport Transfers Sarajevo Chauffeur for Individual Clients: $27
  • Airport Transfer in Sarajevo: $27
  • Sarajevo Airport Private Transfers (from/to): $30
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Ilidža: $33
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Downtown to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $33

Is it cheaper to fly into Casablanca or Sarajevo?

Prices for flights to both Sarajevo and Casablanca 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Casablanca $19
    Sarajevo $31
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $2.99
  • Lunch
    $8.97
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.

  • Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
  • Street Food Tour by Night: $60
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $64
  • Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $67
  • Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $71
  • Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $73
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
  • Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $96
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $146
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $150
  • Market Tour & Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Transfers: $190

Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo

For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Restaurant Dinner (for 2)
    $12

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo

For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
  • Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
  • Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
  • Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
  • Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Casablanca $8.90
    Sarajevo $12

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:

  • 2-Days Private Tour of Chefchaouen and Fez, from Casablanca: $275
  • "Fes to Casablanca Tour: Discover the Fascinating Journey": $309
  • 10 Day Private Tour in Morocco Imperial Ceties+Sahara Desert: $2,421
  • 2 Days Tour And Excursion From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $204
  • 2-Hour Casablanca Walking Tour : $38
  • 20 Km Bike Tour in Exploring the Vibrant City: $59
  • 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
  • 4-Day Desert Tour From Casablanca To Marrakech Via Fes: $3,090
  • 6 Days of Desert Wonders: A Tour from Casablanca's Gateway: $1,288
  • 7 Days, 6 Nights - Imperial Cities, Blue City & Sahara Tour: $2,266
  • A True Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $46
  • An Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $45

Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • National Museum (for 2)
    $7.64

Tours and Activities in Sarajevo

For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Sarajevo Walking Tour In Small Group: $11
  • Sarajevo Talkie-Walkie Tour: $13
  • Grand Walking Tour: $16
  • Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $16
  • HISTORY OF ISLAM IN SARAJEVO TOUR: $16
  • SARAJEVO CITY TOUR - Learn something in an interesting way.: $17
  • Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
  • Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history: $19
  • Sarajevo Old Town: Bosnian Ethnic Food & Coffee Walking Tour: $19
  • Tunnel of Hope Siege Tour: $20
  • Uncovering Islam Tour: $20
  • Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $20

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Casablanca -
    Sarajevo $7.34

Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo

Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70


When comparing the travel costs between Casablanca and Sarajevo, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Casablanca is in Africa and Sarajevo is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Casablanca Expensive? and Is Sarajevo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Casablanca or Sarajevo?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Sarajevo. When comparing the sizes of Casablanca and Sarajevo, 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 Casablanca or Sarajevo?

Sarajevo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Casablanca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Casablanca or Sarajevo in the Summer?

Both Sarajevo and Casablanca during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

Casablanca is cooler than Sarajevo in the summer. The daily temperature in Casablanca averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

In Sarajevo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Casablanca. In the summer, Casablanca often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 303 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun.

Casablanca usually gets less rain in July than Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Casablanca 23°C (73°F) 
    Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Casablanca or Sarajevo in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Casablanca and Sarajevo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Casablanca is a little warmer than Sarajevo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Casablanca in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 17°C (62°F).

In Casablanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Casablanca usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during autumn. Casablanca gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Casablanca usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Casablanca 20°C (67°F) 
    Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Casablanca or Sarajevo in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Casablanca as well as Sarajevo. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Casablanca is generally much warmer than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Casablanca average around 13°C (55°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Casablanca often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. Casablanca usually gets less rain in January than Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Casablanca 13°C (55°F) 
    Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Casablanca or Sarajevo in the Spring?

Both Sarajevo and Casablanca are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.

Casablanca is around the same temperature as Sarajevo in the spring. The daily temperature in Casablanca averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Casablanca. Casablanca usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during spring. Casablanca gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. In April, Casablanca usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Casablanca gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Casablanca 16°C (60°F) 
    Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Casablanca

Casablanca Sarajevo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in) 6°C (42°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Mar 15°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in) 11°C (51°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 14°C (58°F) 127 mm (5 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 22°C (72°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (78°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (78°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 22°C (71°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 20°C (67°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 17°C (62°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Nov 16°C (62°F) 72 mm (2.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Dec 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)