Which place is cheaper, Salzburg or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or Salzburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dar es Salaam and Salzburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Salzburg?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Salzburg
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, 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 dayDar es Salaam $493Salzburg $217
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Salzburg is $217. 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 Dar es Salaam and Salzburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Salzburg $107
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Salzburg $214
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Salzburg
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Salzburg? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Salzburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Salzburg $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salzburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:
- Hallstatt daytrip: Transfer to Hallstatt + Salzburg and back: $523
- Salzburg daytrip: Private transfer to Salzburg and back: $405
- Private Transfer From Salzburg To Innsbruck, English Speaking Driver : $287
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Munich With 2h of Sightseeing: $275
- Private Transfer Salzburg → Munich, Hotel-to-Hotel, English-speaking driver: $275
- From Salzburg to Munich Airport- Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $275
- Private Salzburg transfer : $239
- Private Transfer From Salzburg To Kitzbuhel, English Speaking Driver : $201
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Salzburg, English Speaking Driver: $201
- Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Arrival Transfer: $167
- Saalbach-Hinterglemm to Salzburg Airport (SZG)-Departure Transfer: $167
- Salzburg Train Station Arrival Transfer: $119
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Salzburg?
Prices for flights to both Salzburg and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33Salzburg $84
Typical Food Prices in Salzburg
Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:
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Lunch Salad$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.
- Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $69
- Salzburg Christmas Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Lesson: $69
- Apple Strudel & Prezel Cooking Class incl. Dinner & Music: $94
- Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart and Advent/Christmas Concert with Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $102
- Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $129
- Sound of Music Tour with Edelweiss Cooking Class in Salzburg: $149
- Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $153
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Salzburg $35
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Private Insightful City Tour of Dar es Salaam: $34
- Daressalaam city sightseeing private tour: $55
- Private Tour to Jozani Forest Reserve Half-Day Guided Tour from Zanzibar: $90
- The Best/Top Rated Cultural City Tour in Dar es Salaam : $90
- Full Day Private Tour in Dar es Salaam City: $90
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
- Stone Town & Spice Tour: $110
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Dar es Salaam Guided City Experience (Shared Group): $130
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
Tours and Activities in Salzburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Salzburg are as follows:
- 3-Night Salzburg Winter Package with City Highlights Tour: $263
- A taste of An audio tour through the birthplace of Mozart: $12
- Amphibious Splash Tour on the water & on the land in Salzburg: $51
- Best of Salzburg 1-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour: $179
- Charming Sankt Gilgen Family Discovery Walking Tour: $178
- DomQuartier Salzburg Residence and Cathedral Private Tour: $249
- Eagle's Nest & WWII Bunkers & Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg: $298
- Eagle's Nest Hiking Tour: $238
- Eagle’s Nest E-Bike Tour in a Small Group: $226
- Explore Hitlers Mountain World War II Tour: $142
- From Munich: Salzburg Day Trip with Train Ticket: $226
- Full Day UNESCO Hallstatt, Austrian Lakes and Mountains Tour: $167
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Salzburg $31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:
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Beer$4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salzburg:
- Private Austrian Wine Tasting with a Pro-Sommelière: $203
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Salzburg, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Salzburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Salzburg 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 Salzburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salzburg 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Salzburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Salzburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Salzburg?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Salzburg. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Salzburg, 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 Dar es Salaam or Salzburg?
Salzburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Salzburg in the Summer?
Both Salzburg and Dar es Salaam during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Salzburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally a little warmer than Salzburg. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Salzburg fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Salzburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the summer, Dar es Salaam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 227 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in July than Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Salzburg 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Salzburg in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Salzburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Also, many visitors come to Salzburg in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Salzburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Salzburg fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Salzburg during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 108 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Salzburg 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Salzburg in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Salzburg. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Salzburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Salzburg can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Salzburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Salzburg averages at about -0°C (31°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the winter, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 44 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in January than Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Salzburg -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Salzburg in the Spring?
Both Salzburg and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Salzburg because of the natural beauty.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Salzburg. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Salzburg fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Dar es Salaam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Salzburg during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Salzburg. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Salzburg 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Salzburg and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
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