Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Casablanca?
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 Dubai and Casablanca can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Casablanca?
Dubai
Ever wonder what it would be like to see the lifestyles of the rich and famous up close. There's no more upscale destination than Dubai. It's by far and away the spot for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining and the most luxurious of luxury. As the most modern and progressive of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, this area has experienced an unbelievable economic boom and tourism spike. It's a desert city with an amazing infrastructure.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Casablanca $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $73. 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 Dubai and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Casablanca $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Casablanca $86
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Casablanca? 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: Dubai Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Casablanca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:
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Taxi Ride$12
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Airport Taxi$12
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Sea Taxi$0.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubai
Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Global Village entry tickets with transfer option: $9.77
- Global Village Dubai Skip the Line Tickets with Transfer Option: $12
- Private Dubai Airport Arrival/Departure Transfer to Dubai City: $13
- Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Ski Dubai/Wild Wadi: $15
- Dubai Airport Transfer to Dubai Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer Arrival Dubai International Airport (DXB): $17
- Private Transfer to Any Attraction in Dubai: $18
- Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Aquaventure/Lost Chamber: $18
- Sharing Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Dubai Mall (Burj Khalifa, VR Parks, DAUZ): $18
- Dubai Airport Private Departure and Arrival Airport Transfer: $19
- Dubai Airport Shuttle - One Way Departure Transfer: $22
- Sharing Transfers from Dubai Hotels to IMG Worlds of Adventures: $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.11
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Taxi Ride$8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Casablanca Tour with Hassan II Mosque Ticket+Hotel transfers: $1,087
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $338
- Casablanca Airport Departure Private Transfer From Agadir: $317
- Transfer between Casablanca and Fez: $310
- Private Transfer Casablanca - Maknes : $292
- Casablanca Airport Arrival to Agadir Private Transfer: $290
- From Casablanca Airport: Private Transfer to Marrakech 1 Way: $264
- Private Transfer from Casablanca (CMN) Airport to Safi: $264
- Private transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca: $259
- Transfer Private From Casablanca To Tangier: $255
- Private Transfer from Casablanca (CMN) Airport to Oualidia: $246
- Transfer From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $244
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Dubai 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 dayDubai $56Casablanca $20
Typical Food Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
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French bread$0.95
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Sumo salad in Dubai Mall + Juice$10
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Lemon Mint Tea$4.36
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Coffee & Cake$6.53
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Smoothie$5.45
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Shawarma$1.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- DINNER +PARTY + CITY of old city Dubai : $6.00
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- 2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $15
- Dhow Cruise Dubai Creek Dinner with Sharing Transfer : $18
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner - Creek: $20
- Dubai Evening Desert safari & BBQ Dinner-Centralized pickup: $24
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Buffet (Multi Cusine): $25
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Canal Ocenan Queen: $25
- Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek: $26
- Desert Safari Dubai with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $26
- Dubai Desert Safari with Quad Bike, BBQ Dinner & Shows: $26
- Extreme Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & BBQ Dinner: $27
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.05
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Lunch$9.14
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $30
- Street Food Tour by Night: $61
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $65
- Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $68
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $72
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $101
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Return Hotel Transfers: $108
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $113
- Casablanca Food Tour: $115
- Beach view cooking class: $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Casablanca $9.07
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Visit to the Dubai Museum$0.82
Tours and Activities in Dubai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
- A Self-Guided Tour of Dubai’s Origins in Deira: $5.99
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.59
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Fountain Walk Bridge Ticket: $9.49
- Dubai Fountain Bridge Walk Tickets : $11
- Desert Safari Self Drive Tour: $12
- AL Shindagha Museum Admission Tickets: $13
- Al Shindagha Museum Ticket: $13
- Al Shindagha Museum Ticket: $13
- Dubai Fountain Show Boat Lake Ride or Bridge Walk Tickets: $13
- Snapshot Tour of Dubai includes photo stop at Atlantis & Madinath Jumeirah: $15
- Dubai Frame Ticket: $16
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": $317
- 10 Day Private Tour in Morocco Imperial Ceties+Sahara Desert: $2,481
- 13 Km Bike Tour in Lively Casablanca: $39
- 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
- 4-Day Desert Tour From Casablanca To Marrakech Via Fes: $2,851
- 6 Days of Desert Wonders: A Tour from Casablanca's Gateway: $1,320
- 7 Days, 6 Nights - Imperial Cities, Blue City & Sahara Tour: $2,323
- A True Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $47
- An Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $46
- Beatifull Casablanca Night Tour: $58
- Casablana chill tours : Private Beaches & Restaurants: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Casablanca -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dubai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
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A Couple Drinks$25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Casablanca, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Casablanca is in Africa, 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Dubai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubai than you might in Casablanca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Casablanca, 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 Dubai or Casablanca?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Dubai or Casablanca in the Summer?
Both Casablanca and Dubai during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.
June to August is the dry season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets more rain in July than Casablanca. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
Dubai can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Dubai is generally much warmer than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 35°C (95°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Casablanca 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Casablanca in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Casablanca. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Casablanca. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Dubai is a little warmer than Casablanca in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Casablanca fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Casablanca 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Casablanca in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Casablanca. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.
January to March in Dubai is the rainy season. Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Casablanca. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Dubai is a little warmer than Casablanca. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dubai in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Casablanca averages at about 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Casablanca 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Casablanca in the Spring?
Both Casablanca and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Dubai is June to August. In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Casablanca. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Dubai is generally much warmer than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 26°C (79°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Casablanca 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Casablanca and Dubai
| Dubai | Casablanca | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 72 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.