Which place is cheaper, New Orleans or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or New Orleans?
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 Moscow and New Orleans. 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: Moscow or New Orleans?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
New Orleans
New Orleans is the largest city in the state of Louisiana, and it is a cultural city that is the home of jazz, unique cuisine, and Mardi Gras in the U.S. It was established in 1718 and is one of the oldest cities in the country. The culture of the city has a mix of French, Creole, African American, Caribbean, Irish, Haitian, German and Vietnamese. There's an energy and atmosphere that is unlike any place else.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $63New Orleans $239
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $63, while the average daily cost in New Orleans is $239. 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 Moscow and New Orleans in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $40New Orleans $125
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $80New Orleans $250
Compare Hotels in Moscow and New Orleans
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or New Orleans? 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: New Orleans Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.18New Orleans $51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Wonorejo to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tanjung Rhu to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Tanjung Alam to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Utara to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Tampan to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Simpang Tiga to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tanjung Rhu: $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tangkerang Labuai: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sukajadi: $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sri Meranti: $68
Typical Local Transportation Prices in New Orleans
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New Orleans are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New Orleans
Also for New Orleans, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from New Orleans MSY or Port to New Orleans City by SUV: $93
- Private transfer: New Orleans to New Orleans Airport (MSY): $133
- Private Transfer: New Orleans to Louis Armstrong Airport MSY in Luxury SUV : $115
- Private Transfer: New Orleans to Louis Armstrong Airport MSY in Business Car: $103
- Private Transfer: New Orleans Airport MSY to Cruise Port in SUV: $115
- Private Transfer: Louis Armstrong Airport MSY to New Orleans in Business Car: $103
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to New Orleans Airport MSY in SUV: $115
- Private Transfer in a Luxury Sedan from Louis Armstrong Airport: $69
- Private Transfer in (Rover RSD) New Orleans MSY/Home/Hotel/Work : $47
- Private Transfer from Port Of New of New Orleans Cruise: $210
- Private Transfer New Orleans MSY or Port to New Orleans by Sedan: $76
- Private Transfer From New Orleans To Baton Rouge: $157
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or New Orleans?
Prices for flights to both New Orleans and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14New Orleans $45
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$6.00
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.27
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New Orleans
For New Orleans, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cajun and Creole Cooking Class with Meal: $38
- New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal: $42
- Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans: $55
- Evening Jazz Boat Cruise with Optional Dinner: $55
- Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option: $55
- French Quarter Food Tour: Signature Flavors of New Orleans: $59
- The Premier New Orleans Food Tour: $77
- Taste Of New Orleans Food Tour and Experience: $80
- Private New Orleans Food Tour of the French Quarter : $85
- French Quarter Food Tour with Tastings: $89
- New Orleans' Lower Garden Food Tour: $89
- Lower Garden District Food Tour: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16New Orleans $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$13
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Typical Entertainment Prices in New Orleans
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New Orleans's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Zoo & Aquarium Tickets (2)$75
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Riverboat Cruise$70
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French Quarter City Tour$100
Tours and Activities in New Orleans
For New Orleans, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bom Creole Dining Experience w/ Pool and Louisiana Native Chef : $135
- Creole French Quarter Walking Tour: $30
- Walking Instagram Photo Tour in the French Quarter New Orleans: $27
- 2-Hour Guided French Quarter Vampire Walking Tour: $25
- 45 Minute Highlights Tour of the French Quarter: $23
- 90-Minute Jean Lafitte Swamp and Bayou Tour with Transportation: $57
- A Local's Private French Quarter Walking or Biking Tour : $175
- Adults-Only History, Ghost, Vampire, and Voodoo Walking Tour: $30
- Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour: $37
- Airboat Tour of Louisiana Swamps: $130
- Audio-Guided Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation: $90
- Automated Historical Ghost Bus Tour of New Orleans: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.94New Orleans $60
Sample the Local Flavors in New Orleans
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New Orleans:
- Haunted Pub Crawl In-App Audio Tour (ENG): $13
- Guided Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting: $15
- Guided Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting: $15
- New Orleans Distillery Tour and Rum Tasting with Guide: $15
- Private New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl: $15
- Spooky Ghost and Haunted Pub Crawl Tour: $17
- New Orleans Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of The Irish Channel: $25
- Haunted Pub Crawl in New Orleans: $26
- Adults Only True Crime Pub Crawl: $27
- New Orleans Bar Crawl: $28
- True Crime Pub Crawl in New Orleans: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and New Orleans, we can see that New Orleans is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Moscow is in Europe and New Orleans is in North America, 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 Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 New Orleans would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New Orleans than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is New Orleans Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or New Orleans?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of New Orleans. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and New Orleans, 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 Moscow or New Orleans?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Moscow or New Orleans in the Summer?
Both New Orleans and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to New Orleans because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Moscow is cooler than New Orleans in the summer. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and New Orleans fluctuates around 82°F (28°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in New Orleans. In July, Moscow usually receives less rain than New Orleans. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)New Orleans 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Moscow or New Orleans in the Autumn?
Both New Orleans and Moscow during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to New Orleans this time of year.
In the autumn, Moscow is much colder than New Orleans. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moscow in October average around 6°C (43°F), and New Orleans averages at about 69°F (21°C).
Moscow usually gets less rain in October than New Orleans. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)New Orleans 69°F (21°C)
Should I visit Moscow or New Orleans in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and New Orleans. Also, many travelers come to New Orleans for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Moscow in the winter. In January, Moscow is generally much colder than New Orleans. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around -8°C (17°F), and New Orleans fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).
New Orleans receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Moscow usually receives less rain than New Orleans. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 5.2 inches (131 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)New Orleans 51°F (11°C)
Should I visit Moscow or New Orleans in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Moscow as well as New Orleans. Also, many visitors come to New Orleans in the spring for the activities around the city.
Moscow is much colder than New Orleans in the spring. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and New Orleans fluctuates around 68°F (20°C).
It's quite rainy in New Orleans. Moscow usually gets less rain in April than New Orleans. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)New Orleans 68°F (20°C)
Typical Weather for New Orleans and Moscow
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 inches (131 mm) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 5.8 inches (147 mm) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 62°F (16°C) | 5 inches (126 mm) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 inches (110 mm) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 inches (151 mm) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 inches (157 mm) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 78°F (26°C) | 5.5 inches (140 mm) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 inches (122 mm) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 5.7 inches (146 mm) |
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