Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Tokyo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Eilat or Tokyo?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $140Tokyo $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $140, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $157. 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 Eilat and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $93Tokyo $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $186Tokyo $152
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Tokyo? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Tokyo $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Private airport transfer]Haneda Airport (HND)⇔Tokyo City: $150
- Yokohama Private Arrival Transfer : Tokyo Hotels to Yokohama Port or Hotels: $152
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $328
- Transfer in private vehicle from Tokyo City Center to Narita Airport: $90
- Transfer in private minivan from Tokyo City Center to Narita Airport: $110
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Tokyo Narita Airport to City Center: $110
- Tokyo:Haneda Airport (HND) Private One-Way Transfer to Tokyo: $125
- Private transfer to/from Yokohama Osanbashi Port: $189
- Private Transfer from/to Tokyo Narita Airport: $226
- Private Transfer from/to Tokyo Haneda Airport: $136
- Private Transfer from Haneda Airport for Arrivals: $75
- Private One-Way Transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Tokyo $37
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.22
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.22
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Meal at Airport$6.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $22
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $25
- 2 Hours Japanese Style Pub and Food Tour in Ueno: $32
- 【Contemporary Culture】Food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $38
- 【Contemporary Culture】food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $39
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class! Sushi Making Experience in Tsukiji: $52
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class！ Sushi making class in Tsukiji: $55
- Japanese Traditional Cooking Class: $58
- Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class: $59
- Tokyo Wagyu Culinary Tour Cooking Culture and Tasting: $65
- Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class: $68
- Private Food Tour in Downtown Yanesen and Nezu Shrine: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Tokyo $68
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $63
- Full Day Petra Tour from Eilat: $289
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- Park Timna: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Petra 2-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Authentic Lunch: $290
- Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Eilat: $299
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Art Japanese Fan Crafting Experience in Tokyo Asakusa: $23
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $97
- Mt. Fuji Roundtrip Tours From Shinjuku, Japan: $84
- “Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle <Roppongi, Shinanomachi, Shinjuku> A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car): $133
- "Nippori Fabric Town" Walking Tour: $41
- *Starting / Ending at Your Hotel* 3hr Private E-bike Tour Tokyo: $134
- 1 Day Bus Tour To Mitsumine Shrine From Shinjuku: $88
- 1 Day Tokyo Charter Private Tour with English & Hindi Driver: $347
- 1 Day Tokyo Private Charter Sightseeing Tour with Guide: $484
- 1 Day Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Private Wagon: $474
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $143
- 1 Day private Tour in Hakone with Hakone Freepass & Train Ticket: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Tokyo $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.91
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $25
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $78
- barhopping tour&bar crawl in Retro Town Shimokitazawa: $82
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $88
- Tokyo | 3 Hours Brewery Tour with Sake Sommelier: $101
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $104
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $133
- Private Local Craft Brewery Tour in Tokyo: $150
- Wooden Barrel Sake Brewery Tour and Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $161
- Private Walking Tour with Sake Brewery Visit in Chichibu: $190
When comparing the travel costs between Eilat and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo 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 Eilat is in Middle East and Tokyo is in Asia, 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 Eilat Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Tokyo, 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 Eilat or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Eilat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Eilat or Tokyo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round. Furthermore, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
It's very hot in Eilat this time of the year. Eilat is a little warmer than Tokyo in the summer. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Eilat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during summer. Eilat gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Tokyo. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Eilat is a little warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Eilat in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Tokyo averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Eilat this time of the year. In the autumn, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Eilat gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Tokyo in the Winter?
Both Tokyo and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Eilat is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 14°C (57°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Eilat. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during winter. Eilat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Eilat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Eilat is much warmer than Tokyo in the spring. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Eilat. In the spring, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Eilat gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Eilat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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