Which place is cheaper, Paris or Mombasa?
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 Mombasa or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mombasa and Paris. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Mombasa or Paris?
Mombasa
Mombasa is a beautiful, large city on the eastern coast of Kenya, bordering the Indian Ocean. The city is famous for its stunning beaches, friendly locals, and diverse marine life. Mombasa experiences a tropical climate year round, meaning temperatures rarely drop below 70° Fahrenheit. The rainiest months of the year are April and May and the driest months are January and February. Temperatures tend to be more mild from May through October, usually in the 70's and 80's. Temperatures get much warmer from November through April, with daily averages reaching the high 90's.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMombasa $81Paris $308
The average daily cost (per person) in Mombasa is $81, while the average daily cost in Paris is $308. 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 Mombasa and Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMombasa $26Paris $178
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMombasa $52Paris $356
Compare Hotels in Mombasa and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Mombasa or Paris? 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: Mombasa Hotel Prices and Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mombasa $18Paris $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mombasa
Also for Mombasa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mombasa Airport Transfers to Mtwapa: $130
- Mombasa Airport Transfers: $129
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfer To Watamu Hotels: $114
- Mombasa Kenya Minivan Airport Transfer: $100
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfer to Diani Beach: $81
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfer To South Coast Diani Hotels: $80
- Private Departure Transfer in Mombasa: $80
- From Mombasa Airport: Diani transfer in a minivan (5 pax): $75
- Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Mombasa - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $73
- DianiBeach: Private Transfer from Airport or Railway Station: $70
- Diani Taxi and Airport Transfers: $70
- Private Arrival Transfer in Mombasa: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.45
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Train from Airport$10
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Metro tickets$7.91
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- roundtrip transfer to Disneyland from airports: $142
- VIP VAN driver Transfer to Disneyland Paris: $260
- VERSAILLES CASTLE Private Round-Trip Transfer from Paris in Van: $207
- VAN transfer from Paris to Roissy CDG or Orly airport: $182
- VAN and Sedan Transfers CDG Airports Disney Asterix Paris: $154
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Paris HTL-APT (CDG): $120
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Paris APT-HTL (CDG): $120
- Transfert privé en van de Paris à Disneyland Paris: $166
- Transfert Paris Charles de Gaulle Disneyland Paris: $142
- Transfers from Paris to Parc Disneyland paris: $71
- Transfers between Paris, CDG, Orly, Disneyland & Versaille by van: $83
- Transfers between Paris and Paris Disneyland Versaille Airports: $183
Is it cheaper to fly into Mombasa or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris and Mombasa 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 dayMombasa $41Paris $84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Special African Dinner: $46
- Mombasa Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $49
- Swahili Street Food Tour: $55
- Swahili Cooking Class Experience with a Local Chef: $65
- Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise & Nightlife: $137
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.31
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Breakfast$8.15
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Breakfast for 2$34
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Dinner on River Cruise$100
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Dinner$66
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $65
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $67
- Paris Seine River dinner cruise from Alexandre III bridge: $70
- 2 Hour Express Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $71
- Paris Food Tour: Eat Like a Local with Cheeses, Wines & Secrets: $71
- Paris Food Tour: $82
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $83
- #1 Montmartre Pastries & Chocolate Food Tour with 6+ Tastings: $94
- Paris Guided Food Tour by Bike - Ile de la Cité and Marais: $94
- Notre Dame and Latin Quarter Food Tour with 10 Authentic Tastings: $99
- Paris Le Marais Food Tour with French Onion Soup, Cheese and Wine: $101
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mombasa $18Paris $89
Tours and Activities in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Group tour to Tsavo East National Park with Buffet Lunch: $160
- 1 Day Wasini Dolphin Tour From Diani Beach: $110
- 4 Hours Guided Mombasa City Tour: $45
- Day Tour To Shimba Hill Reserve From Mombasa: $270
- Day tour to Shimba hills National Reserve from Mombasa/Diani: $336
- Diani: Full-day Guided Mombasa City Tour from Diani: $110
- Elky Shimba Hills and Sheldrick Waterfall Day Tour: $180
- Fort Jesus Museum Walking Tour in Mombasa: $40
- Fort Jesus and Mombasa Old Town City Tour: $80
- Full Day Group Joining Tour In Mombasa From Kilindin Harbour Port: $144
- Full Day Group Joining Tour of Mombasa: $107
- Full Day Mombasa Excursion Tour: $162
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.82
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Catacombs (2)$27
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- #1 Paris Chocolate and Pastry Food Tasting Tour: $77
- Île de la Cité Guided Tour & Audio-Guided Visit of Notre-Dame: $24
- Île de la Cité Guided Tour & Exterior Notre Dame: $46
- Île de la Cité Private 2h Tour with Latin Quarter & Seine River: $195
- Île de la Cité, the Old Town of Paris Private Guided Tour: $216
- 1 Hour Express Paris Tour with Scenic Stops: $176
- 1 Hour Paris Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Illuminations Ticket: $33
- 1 Hour Private Photo Session experience with the Eiffel Tower: $225
- 1-Hour Seine River Cruise Ticket from Eiffel Tower: $20
- 1.5-hour cruise on the Seine departing at 6:30 PM: $21
- 1h30 Private Guided Tour in a Pink Citroën 2CV: $117
- 1st Day in Paris Discovery Private Tour: 'How-to' Orientation & Sightseeing Fun!: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMombasa $8.83Paris $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $19
- The Original Pub Crawl + Free Shots + VIP Club Entry: $24
- Pub Crawl Experience in Bars with Club Entry: $30
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $30
- Paris Guided Pub Crawl with Bars Shots and Club Entry: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $36
- Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise & l'Atelier des lumières: $53
- Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise: $53
- Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $55
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $70
- Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $82
- Paris Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting in a Cheese Cellar: $83
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Paris, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Mombasa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mombasa is in Africa and Paris is in Europe, 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 Mombasa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mombasa 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Mombasa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mombasa Expensive? and Is Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mombasa. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa and Paris, 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 Mombasa or Paris?
Paris has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Mombasa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Mombasa or Paris in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mombasa and Paris. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mombasa year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Mombasa is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 24°C (75°F), and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paris this time of the year. In Mombasa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mombasa usually receives less sunshine than Paris during summer. Mombasa gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Mombasa usually receives more rain than Paris. Mombasa gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMombasa 24°C (75°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Paris in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Mombasa as well as Paris. Mombasa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Paris in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Mombasa is much warmer than Paris in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mombasa this time of the year. In the autumn, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Paris. Mombasa gets 291 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
Mombasa receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Mombasa usually gets more rain in October than Paris. Mombasa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMombasa 26°C (79°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Paris in the Winter?
Both Paris and Mombasa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mombasa throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
Paris can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Mombasa is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mombasa in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Paris averages at about 5°C (40°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually receives more sunshine than Paris during winter. Mombasa gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mombasa usually receives less rain than Paris. Mombasa gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMombasa 27°C (81°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Paris in the Spring?
Both Paris and Mombasa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mombasa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Paris because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Mombasa is generally much warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 27°C (81°F), and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It's quite sunny in Mombasa. In the spring, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Paris. Mombasa gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually gets more rain in April than Paris. Mombasa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMombasa 27°C (81°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Mombasa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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