Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Kampala?
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 Kampala or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Casablanca? 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: Kampala or Casablanca?
Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda in the South part of the country near Lake Victoria. It is the largest city in Uganda, with a population of over two million people. This city is very safe and the locals are known to be very kind and approachable.
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 Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Kampala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $71Casablanca $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $71, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $86. 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 Kampala and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $56Casablanca $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $112Casablanca $86
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Kampala 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: Kampala Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.35Casablanca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$3.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
- Entebbe Airport pickup (Entebbe - Kampala) reliable 24/7 transfer: $48
- Entebbe Kampala Airport Transfer: $55
- Private Airport & In-Country Transfers in Central Uganda: $60
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $78
- Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $78
- Private Entebbe Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-off 24/7: $80
- The best Half day Kampala City Tour with Transfers: $110
- Jinja 1 Day Source of River Nile Tour with Transfers: $250
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)$7.06
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Taxi Ride$8.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- 24/7 Private Transfer: Casablanca to Marrakech Airport or City: $197
- Aéroport transfert Casablanca taxi: $46
- Airport Transfer Marrakech: $14
- Airport transfer from Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $107
- Arrival Casablanca Airport CMN Transfer to Hotels Accommodation: $30
- Best Private Transfer Casablanca ⇄ Mohammed V Airport (CMN): $24
- Best Private Transfers Between Casablanca & Fez: $155
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $148
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $210
- Casablanca (CMN) Airport Transfer: $35
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) Private Transfer to Casablanca City: $18
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Kampala 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 dayKampala $14Casablanca $34
Typical Food Prices in Kampala
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:
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Lunch for 2$1.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Cooking class Experience in Kampala Uganda: $35
- Matoke Moments Kampala Food Tour 12+ Tastings: $49
- Private Ugandan Food Cooking Class and Culture Experience: $55
- Kampala Kitchens Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Kampala City Walking Food Tour: $77
- Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $119
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.03
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Lunch$9.08
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Authentic Berber Moroccan Cooking Experience: $40
- Experience Private Moroccan Cooking Class: $46
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca: $53
- Food Tour with Tastings in Quartier Habous: $55
- Moroccan cooking with a local family: $59
- Maghrib Meals Casablanca Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Bahja Bites Casablanca Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Cooking Moroccan Food with local & try Traditional Clothes: $60
- Casablanca : Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class with Locals: $60
- Casablanca Tour with free Traditional Moroccan Lunch or Dinner: $61
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $68
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Casablanca $9.01
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- African Fabric Market Tour: $13
- Uganda Community Tour: $15
- 7-Hills Kampala Socio-Cultural Trek & Walking Experience: $20
- Best Kampala group Walking Tour.: $25
- Complete Kampala Tour Experience: $25
- Kampala Half-Day Walking Tour with Local Female Guides: $25
- Kampala’s Best Experience walking tour: $26
- Tombs, King’s palace & Gaddafi mosque walk (Airpals Safaris tour): $26
- Steve Kampala Walking tours (Airpals Safaris tour): $26
- Kampala Walking City Tours (Women-Guided): $27
- Inside Kampala Walking Tour (Female Guided): $28
- Entebbe City Walking Tour Markets History and Botanical Gardens: $29
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Private Morocco Tour: Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert: $14
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $16
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Skip the Line Entry: $16
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $19
- Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour: $21
- Private Guided Tour: $23
- City Highlights Tour: $23
- Casablanca City Tour Hassan II Mosque Arab League Park and Sights: $23
- Hassan II Mosque Tour w/ City Highlights Option: $30
- Skip-the-Line Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $30
- Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque – 4 Options: $30
Alcohol
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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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Kampala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kampala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampala 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 Kampala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kampala. When comparing the sizes of Kampala 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.