Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen?
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 Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen?
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.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Eco Tours in South Africa, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJohannesburg $122Chefchaouen $75
The average daily cost (per person) in Johannesburg is $122, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $75. 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 Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJohannesburg $62Chefchaouen $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJohannesburg $124Chefchaouen $52
Compare Hotels in Johannesburg and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Johannesburg or Chefchaouen? 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 Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Johannesburg $18Chefchaouen $17
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$3.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johannesburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johannesburg:
- Pilanesberg Transfer from Johannesburg and Pretoria: $244
- Private Transfer to Sun City Resort from Johannesburg: $234
- Suncity Transfer: $213
- Private Transfer from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Pretoria hotels: $174
- JHB: Lesedi Cultural Village Tour TRANSFER&ENTRANCE INCLUDED: $159
- Kwa Maritane Transfer and Game Drive Package: $156
- Private Transfers from Airport to Hotel/Game Lodge: $155
- Johannesburg Quad Biking & Return Transfer: Haartebeespoort: $145
- Abseiling & Return Transfer Included Lanseria: $145
- Go Karting & Transfer to Lanseria Included: $145
- Pilanesberg Shared Transfer and 3 Hour Safari: $143
- Pilanesberg Transfers: $121
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $23
- From Shared Transfer to Fes or Tangier: $23
- One Way Shared Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $26
- One-way transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $28
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $29
- Chefchaouen to Tangier: One-Way Transfer: $34
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $81
- Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $87
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Tangier: $87
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door To Door): $93
- Chefchaouen to Fes Transfer(Private): $110
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Johannesburg or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen 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 $33Chefchaouen $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johannesburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johannesburg.
- Joburg street food tour in it's oldest suburb!: $78
- Zulu Food Cooking & Dining Experience with a local Chef: $85
- Pan-African Cooking & Dinning Experience: $96
- Johannesburg Culture and Food Tour: $98
- Zulu Food Cooking and Dining Experience with a local Chef: $109
- Johannesburg Culture and food tour: $111
- Lesedi Cultural Village Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $122
- Lesedi Cultural Village with lunch or dinner cultural food: $133
- Pan African Cooking Class & Dinning Experience: $134
- Soweto Township Tour With African food tour: $145
- Rooftop Bar, Dinner and Clubbing (Amapiano): $217
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.62
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.32
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Dishes with a Local Family Cooking Classes: $23
- Authentic Chefchaouen Cooking Class and Market Tour and Flavors: $45
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Chefchaouen & Food Market by Chef Moha: $46
- Cooking class of the medditeranean diet: $49
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $53
- Cooking Class with Market Tour & Meal: $57
- Cooking Class with Market Tour and Meal in Chefchaouen: $58
- Cooking with a Local Family in Chefchaouen with Mountain View: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $63
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $72
- Traditional Cooking Class with Local Family | Village around Chefchaouen: $75
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $85
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Johannesburg $24Chefchaouen $18
Tours and Activities in Johannesburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johannesburg are as follows:
- 2 Day Kruger Glamping Budget Adventure: $487
- 2-Day Kruger National Park Safari Tour from Johannesburg: $1,010
- 5 Days 4 Nights Safari Tour In Madikwe And Pilanersbeg: $2,402
- 6 Days Johannesburg and Kruger National Park Tour: $1,737
- Aerial cableway Hartebeespoort Halfday tour: $160
- African Food Tasting Tour: $73
- Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg: $113
- Ann Van Dyk Cheetah Centre Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria: $204
- Apartheid Museum & Soweto Tour: $133
- Apartheid Museum & Soweto Tour with Hotel Pickup: $85
- Apartheid Museum Guided Tour: $77
- Apartheid Museum Tour: $58
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Chefchaouen Tour with Aman: $20
- Walking Night Tour at Blue City with Local Guide: $20
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- The Real Customized Walking Tour in the Blue city: $23
- Tour of Discover the Blue Pearl of Morocco: $23
- Private Tour in Chefchaouen with Local Guide: $23
- Tour of Discover the Blue Pearl of Morocco: $24
- Hidden Gems Guided Tour with Mint Tea: $26
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $28
- Chefchaouen Night Walk: Street Food & Gnawa Rooftop Experience: $29
- chefchaouen tours: $35
- Painting Experience with the Local Artist: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJohannesburg $5.37Chefchaouen $15
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: $9.14
- Wine Tasting: $12
- Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Johannesburg and Chefchaouen, we can see that Johannesburg is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Johannesburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Johannesburg than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johannesburg Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Johannesburg or Chefchaouen?
Johannesburg has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Johannesburg and Chefchaouen, 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.