Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Johannesburg?
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 Johannesburg or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Johannesburg and Casablanca can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Johannesburg or Casablanca?
Johannesburg
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa with a population of over 3 million people. Most of the population is made up of South Africa's black residents, who predominately reside in the Soweto area. There are approximately half a million white residents and 300,000 residents of other descent. Half of the population live in the Soweto area as well as the nearby suburbs.
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 Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Eco Tours in 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 dayJohannesburg $104Casablanca $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Johannesburg is $104, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $90. 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 Johannesburg and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJohannesburg $53Casablanca $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJohannesburg $106Casablanca $90
Compare Hotels in Johannesburg and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Johannesburg 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: Johannesburg Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Johannesburg $16Casablanca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Johannesburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Johannesburg:
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Taxi Ride$3.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johannesburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johannesburg:
- Private Transfer in Johannesburg OR Tambo and Lanseria: $22
- O.R. Tambo International Airport to city transfer（JNB）: $22
- Airport Shuttle and Private Transfers: $23
- 24 Hour Private Transfer Sandton to OR Tambo: $27
- 24 hour Airport Shuttle and Transfer: $27
- Tour operator. airport and hotels transfers chauffeur and safari tours services.: $30
- O R Tambo Airport Transfers: Sandton, Rosebank and Melrose: $30
- 1-3 Passenger Private Johannesburg - Airport Transfer: $34
- OR Tambo Airport Private Transfer To Sandton: $35
- Johannesburg to Johannesburg Airport JNB Private Transfer: $36
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Johannesburg - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Luxury Car Johannesburg Airport Private Transfer: $38
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)$7.36
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Taxi Ride$8.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Marrakesh Airport Private Transfer: $7.00
- Private Airport Transfer from or to Marrakech Menara Airport.: $15
- Private transfer from Casablanca CMN Airport to Hotel and Cities: $18
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport transfer to Hotel - Arrival transfer: $18
- Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $20
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $20
- Transfers from or to Marrakech Airport and Marrakech: $22
- Casablanca Cruise Transfer or Airport Transfer Service: $23
- Private Transfer in Casablanca Airport CMN From or To city center: $23
- Casablanca Cruise Port to Casablanca - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Casablanca Port - Private Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Johannesburg or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Johannesburg 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 dayJohannesburg $28Casablanca $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johannesburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johannesburg.
- Maboneng Street Art and Street Food Tour: $50
- Pan-African Cooking & Dinning Experience: $77
- Zulu Food Cooking & Dining Experience with a local Chef: $78
- A Private Traditional Cape Malay Cooking Class, with a MKR Finalist: $95
- Johannesburg Culture and food tour: $97
- Lesedi Cultural Experience + Lunch or Dinner: $114
- Lesedi Cultural Village with lunch or dinner cultural food: $122
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.15
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Lunch$9.46
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca : $53
- Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
- Casablanca Night Tour with Andalusian Dinner Show: $59
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $68
- Private CousCous Cooking Class in a Traditional Family Home: $70
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $78
- Casablanca Food Tour: $104
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $106
- Food Tour with Tastings in Quartier Habous: $108
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Return Hotel Transfers: $108
- Beach view cooking class: $139
- Casablanca Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Johannesburg $20Casablanca $9.38
Tours and Activities in Johannesburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johannesburg are as follows:
- Johannesburg Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto: $16
- Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Optional Soweto Tour: $18
- Soweto: Hector Pieterson Memorial, to Orlando Towers Tour: $19
- Architectural Walking Tour: $25
- Ponte Experience: $27
- Guided Walking Tour in Johannesburg: $28
- Soweto Township Tour: $29
- Soweto: Bike Tour with a Local Tour Guide: $29
- Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour : $30
- Braamfontein Street Art & Culture Tour: $32
- Half-Day Walking Tour in Soweto: $32
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $19
- Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour: $28
- Casablanca City Tour with Hotel Pickup and drop off: $33
- Casablanca Tour: Private or Small Group Guided Experience: $33
- Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $33
- Casablanca Airport Layover Tour with Return to Airport or Hotel Dropoff: $33
- Casablanca Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $35
- From Marrakech: Casablanca Day Tour: $37
- 11 Km Guided Bike Tour in Lively Casablanca: $39
- Traditional Souks Shopping Private Tour: $40
- The Medina and Beyond Cultural Walking Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJohannesburg $4.59Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Johannesburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Johannesburg:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Johannesburg: $8.13
- Wine Tasting: $11
- Hop on Hop Off Johannesburg Pub Crawl: $12
- Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour: $133
Sample the Local Flavors in Casablanca
Also in Casablanca, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Lunch at the oldest Domaine from Casablanca: $299
When comparing the travel costs between Johannesburg and Casablanca, we can see that Johannesburg 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. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johannesburg Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Johannesburg or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Johannesburg. When comparing the sizes of Johannesburg 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.
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.