Which place is cheaper, Cairo or Entebbe?
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 Entebbe or Cairo?
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 Entebbe and Cairo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Entebbe or Cairo?
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
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Entebbe Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEntebbe $117Cairo $30
The average daily cost (per person) in Entebbe is $117, while the average daily cost in Cairo is $30. 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 Entebbe and Cairo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEntebbe $42Cairo $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEntebbe $84Cairo $20
Compare Hotels in Entebbe and Cairo
Looking for a hotel in Entebbe or Cairo? 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: Entebbe Hotel Prices and Cairo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Entebbe $18Cairo $3.46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Private Airport or City Transfer to Cairo and Giza hotels: $2.70
- Arrival transfer from Cairo airport: $5.00
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport Arrival Any Hotel in Cairo Giza: $7.00
- Cairo airport or Sphinx airport transfer: $10
- Cairo Airport Transfer Service with Private Driver: $10
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hotel in Cairo/Giza: $11
- VIP Meet and assist with transfer from Cairo and SPX Airport: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from InterContinental Cairo Citystars to Cairo airport: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Windsor Hotel Cairo: $12
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Golden Hotel in Cairo: $12
- Private transfer from Sonesta Hotel, Tower& Casino Cairo to Cairo airport: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from Hotel Longchamps to Cairo airport: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Entebbe or Cairo?
Prices for flights to both Cairo and Entebbe 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 dayEntebbe $57Cairo $16
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Dinner Cruise in Nile River with Belly Dancer show From Cairo: $4.00
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $4.00
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride: $6.30
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $7.00
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $7.00
- Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $7.20
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- 5 Star Dinner Nile Cruise in Cairo Night Tour: $8.00
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $8.00
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Entebbe $35Cairo $8.27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.76
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$5.89
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs: $2.00
- Private Day tour in Khan Elkhalele Market with Shopping and Lunch: $3.00
- Giza Pyramids Tour, Sphinx, Camel Ride and Shopping: $3.00
- VIP Pyramid Tour Inside the 3rd Pyramid with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.00
- VIP All-Inclusive Grand Egyptian Museum,Pyramids & Quad Bike Tour: $4.00
- Private Shopping Customizable Tour from Cairo and Giza with lunch: $4.00
- Giza pyramids Tour with horse drawn carriage or camel ride: $4.00
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx Day Tour: $4.00
- Egyptian Spicy Shop Shopping Private Tour: $4.00
- Limited-Time Offer: Giza Pyramids Tour: $4.00
- Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx & Mummies Museum Private Guided Tour: $4.00
- ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,camel ride , inside 3rd Pyramid: $4.48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEntebbe $13Cairo $1.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Entebbe and Cairo, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Entebbe Expensive? and Is Cairo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Entebbe or Cairo?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Entebbe and Cairo, 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.
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.