Which place is cheaper, Glasgow or Dakar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dakar or Glasgow?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Glasgow, 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: Dakar or Glasgow?
Dakar
Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal, The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $61Glasgow $181
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $61, while the average daily cost in Glasgow is $181. 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 Dakar and Glasgow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $32Glasgow $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $64Glasgow $186
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Glasgow
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Glasgow? 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: Glasgow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.37Glasgow $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $211
- Transfer - Dakar <-> Saint-Louis (One way): $197
- DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $120
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $82
- Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $66
- AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport and Glasgow Centre Private Transfer to Oban: $314
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Business Car: $93
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Luxury Car: $139
- Departure Private Transfers: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Business Car: $98
- Executive transfer Glasgow/Edinburgh: $276
- From Private Day Trip to Edinburgh with Transfers: $840
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Edinburgh: $214
- Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $104
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Luxury Van: $145
- Glasgow Airport to Lecht Ski Resort - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $154
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow Airport to City centre: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Glasgow?
Prices for flights to both Glasgow and Dakar 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 dayDakar $20Glasgow $56
Typical Food Prices in Dakar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
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Breakfast$4.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
- Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market$2.26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $14Glasgow $28
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
- 2-day tour Lac rose- desert of Lompoul: $290
- Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
- Dakar City Tour and Goree Island: $162
- Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour: $200
- Private City Tour: $109
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $30
- Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159
- From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $138
- From Dakar/Saly: Half-Day Bandia Wildlife Reserve Tour: $247
- Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants): $142
- Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $109
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)$15
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Two Bike Rental$43
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Glasgow Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Uncover Historic In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Glasgow City Centre Daily Walking Tour: 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm: $15
- Private Historical Walking Tour: $16
- Street Art Guided Walking Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $9.00Glasgow $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine$15
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie$4.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dakar and Glasgow, we can see that Glasgow is more expensive. And not only is Dakar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dakar is in Africa and Glasgow 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 Dakar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dakar 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow than you might in Dakar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dakar Expensive? and Is Glasgow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Glasgow?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Glasgow, 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 Dakar or Glasgow?
Glasgow has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dakar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dakar or Glasgow in the Summer?
Both Glasgow and Dakar during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dakar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Glasgow this time of year.
In July, Dakar is generally much warmer than Glasgow. Daily temperatures in Dakar average around 28°C (82°F), and Glasgow fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Dakar. In the summer, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Glasgow. Dakar gets 218 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Glasgow receives 159 hours of full sun.
Dakar usually gets less rain in July than Glasgow. Dakar gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDakar 28°C (82°F)Glasgow 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Glasgow in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dakar and Glasgow. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round. Also, many travelers come to Glasgow for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Dakar is much warmer than Glasgow in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Glasgow fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dakar usually receives more sunshine than Glasgow during autumn. Dakar gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Glasgow receives 69 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Glasgow receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Dakar usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Dakar gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDakar 28°C (82°F)Glasgow 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Glasgow in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dakar as well as Glasgow. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Glasgow in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Glasgow can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Dakar is much warmer than Glasgow. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dakar in January average around 22°C (72°F), and Glasgow averages at about 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In the winter, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Glasgow. Dakar gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Glasgow receives 40 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Glasgow. Dakar usually gets less rain in January than Glasgow. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDakar 22°C (72°F)Glasgow 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Glasgow in the Spring?
Both Glasgow and Dakar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Glasgow for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Dakar is generally much warmer than Glasgow. Daily temperatures in Dakar average around 21°C (70°F), and Glasgow fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. Dakar usually receives more sunshine than Glasgow during spring. Dakar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Glasgow receives 134 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Dakar usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDakar 21°C (70°F)Glasgow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Glasgow and Dakar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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