Which place is cheaper, Havana or Luxor?
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 Luxor or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Havana? 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: Luxor or Havana?
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Luxor Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $33Havana $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $33, while the average daily cost in Havana is $74. 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 Luxor and Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $11Havana $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $22Havana $84
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Havana? 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: Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $5.64Havana $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Horus, Kom Ombo and Khnum Temples from Luxor with Transfers : $53
- Luxor Airport Transfer : $15
- Luxor airport transfer : $35
- Private Transfer Luxor International Airport to Luxor Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer Service from Luxor to Hurghada: $128
- Private Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels: $30
- Transfer Service from Luxor to Aswan (Private): $51
- Transfer from Luxor Airport to Anywhere in Luxor: $15
- Transfer from Luxor Hotel to Luxor Airport: $35
- Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise: $17
- private transfer one way from Luxor to Hurghada : $70
- "Pet-Friendly Private Transfer: Luxor Station to Hotel": $6.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana and Luxor 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 dayLuxor $16Havana $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing: $31
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing in luxor: $60
- Saray El Nile restaurant Dinner : $60
- Enjoy Lunch or Dinner on a Luxor Nile River Boat: $60
- Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca : $64
- private day in east bank & dendera with dinner on boat: $86
- Luxor Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show with Dinner and Transfers: $95
- Egyptian cooking class and Luxor museum : $120
- Full day trip west Bank, Dandara and dinner on a boat.: $128
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $10Havana $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.57
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.73
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Camel Ride for Two$1.26
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full tour to Karnak and Luxor temples, and felucca: $5.00
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor City : $6.00
- Historic Corniche Walking Experience with Refreshment: $8.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Mamnon: $9.00
- Tour in the East Bank of Luxor: $9.00
- Karnak Sound and Light Display Tour in Luxor (Private): $9.00
- Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show Experience in Luxor: $9.00
- 4 Hour Private East Bank Tour to Luxor and Karnak Temples: $10
- Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Private Day Tour: $10
- Private Half-Day tour to Karnak temple: $10
- Half Day East Bank Tour to Luxor and Karnak Temples: $10
- Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Havana
Here are a few actual costs in Havana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate: $2,000
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $3.10Havana $5.76
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Havana, we can see that Havana is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Luxor is in Africa and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Havana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Havana than you might in Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luxor Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Havana, 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 Luxor or Havana?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Luxor or Havana in the Summer?
Both Havana and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Luxor usually receives less rain than Havana. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Luxor. In the summer, Luxor is a little warmer than Havana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Luxor in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Havana averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuxor 33°C (91°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Havana in the Autumn?
Both Havana and Luxor during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Luxor usually gets less rain in October than Havana. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Luxor is generally around the same temperature as Havana. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 25°C (77°F), and Havana fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuxor 25°C (77°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Havana in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Havana. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Luxor usually receives less rain than Havana. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Luxor is cooler than Havana in the winter. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuxor 14°C (57°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Havana in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Havana. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
Luxor usually gets less rain in April than Havana. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Luxor is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Luxor in April average around 25°C (77°F), and Havana averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuxor 25°C (77°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Luxor
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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.