Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Durban?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Durban or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Durban and Casablanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Durban or Casablanca?
Durban
The third largest city in South Africa, Durban sits on the east coast of the country in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The city also has the country's most active port. The city's comfortable weather and vast beaches make it one of the country's major tourist centers. There's a population of about 3.5 million in the entire metropolitan area that spreads over 2,295 square kilometers.
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 Overlanding Trips in South Africa, The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, 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 dayDurban $52Casablanca $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Durban is $52, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $71. 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 Durban and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDurban $24Casablanca $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDurban $48Casablanca $84
Compare Hotels in Durban and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Durban 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: Durban Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Durban $13Casablanca $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Durban
Also for Durban, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Durban Airport (DUR) to Durban - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Durban to Durban King Airport (DUR) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- 1-3 Passenger Private Durban - Airport Transfer: $45
- Durban King Airport (DUR) to Durban - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Arrival Private Transfer from Durban Airport DUR to Durban City by Minivan: $84
- Private transfers from King Shaka Airport: $106
- From Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Overnight Safari w/ Transfer: $500
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)$6.98
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Taxi Ride$7.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Transfer between Casablanca and Fez: $479
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $328
- Casablanca Airport Departure Private Transfer From Agadir: $307
- Transfert Arrival - Casablanca Airport to Marrakech City: $298
- Private Transfer Casablanca - Maknes : $287
- Transfer Private From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $284
- Casablanca Airport Arrival to Agadir Private Transfer: $282
- From Fez: Private 1-Way Transfer to Casablanca: $277
- Private Transfer from Casablanca (CMN) Airport to Safi: $260
- From Casablanca Airport: Private Transfer to Marrakech 1 Way: $256
- Private transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca: $255
- Transfer Casablanca to Essaouira: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Durban or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Durban 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 dayDurban $16Casablanca $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Durban
For Durban, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Guided Taste of Africa Food Tour in Durban: $40
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$2.99
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Lunch$8.97
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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: $66
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $70
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $72
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $95
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Durban $16Casablanca $8.90
Tours and Activities in Durban
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Durban.
- 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise: $5.33
- 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf: $8.00
- Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise: $8.00
- Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka: $8.29
- Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban: $8.56
- Pontoon Boat Harbor Cruise: $10
- Durban Walking Tour: $26
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour: $40
- Durban Half-Day City Tour - Golden Mile, Botanical Gardens: $42
- Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban: $51
- Culture Walking Tour of Durban: $51
- Durban Shore Excursion: Private Small Group Durban City Tour: $63
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": $307
- 10 Day Private Tour in Morocco Imperial Ceties+Sahara Desert: $2,408
- 2 Days Tour And Excursion From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $225
- 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: $2,920
- 6 Days of Desert Wonders: A Tour from Casablanca's Gateway: $1,281
- 7 Days, 6 Nights - Imperial Cities, Blue City & Sahara Tour: $2,254
- A True Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $46
- An Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDurban $13Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Durban
Also in Durban, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl in Durban : $36
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Durban and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Durban much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Durban would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Durban 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca than you might in Durban.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Durban Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Durban or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Durban. When comparing the sizes of Durban 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 Durban or Casablanca?
Durban 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 Durban or Casablanca in the Summer?
Both Casablanca and Durban during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.
Durban is around the same temperature as Casablanca in the summer. The daily temperature in Durban averages around 25°C (76°F) in January, and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in July.
In Casablanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Durban often gets less sunshine than Casablancain July. Durban gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 303 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Durban. Durban usually gets more rain in January than Casablancain July. Durban gets 134 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyDurban 25°C (76°F)Casablanca 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Durban or Casablanca in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Durban and Casablanca. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Durban is a little warmer than Casablanca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Durban in April average around 22°C (71°F), and Casablanca averages at about 20°C (67°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Casablanca this time of the year. In Durban, it's very sunny this time of the year. Durban usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during autumn. Durban gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 233 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In April, Durban usually receives more rain than Casablancain October. Durban gets 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberDurban 22°C (71°F)Casablanca 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Durban or Casablanca in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Durban as well as Casablanca. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.
In July, Durban is generally a little warmer than Casablancain January. Daily temperatures in Durban average around 17°C (62°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Durban this time of the year. In the winter, Durban often gets more sunshine than Casablancain January. Durban gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 190 hours of full sun.
Durban usually gets less rain in July than Casablancain January. Durban gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryDurban 17°C (62°F)Casablanca 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Durban or Casablanca in the Spring?
Both Casablanca and Durban are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Durban is a little warmer than Casablanca in the spring. The daily temperature in Durban averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Casablanca. Durban usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during spring. Durban gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Durban usually receives more rain than Casablancain April. Durban gets 98 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilDurban 21°C (69°F)Casablanca 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Casablanca and Durban
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (76°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (76°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (71°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (71°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 72 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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