Which place is cheaper, Bratislava or Nairobi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nairobi or Bratislava?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nairobi and Bratislava 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: Nairobi or Bratislava?
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.
Bratislava
The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Slovakia, and The Best River Cruises in Slovakia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $61Bratislava $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $61, while the average daily cost in Bratislava is $130. 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 Nairobi and Bratislava in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $11Bratislava $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $22Bratislava $106
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Bratislava
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Bratislava? 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and Bratislava Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $10Bratislava $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:
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Taxi from Airport$9.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $20
- Nairobi Airport Transfer, Hotel Pick up and Drop Off: $20
- Private Airport Transfer and Service in Nairobi: $20
- Private Transfer from Airport to Accommodation: $22
- NAIROBI AIRPORT TRANSFER: $23
- Nairobi Airport Transfers to City Hotels or Wilson Airport: $24
- Nairobi Airport One Way Private Transfer: $24
- Nairobi Airport One-Way Transfers: $25
- Nairobi NBO Airport One-Way Transfers: $25
- Private One-Way Transfer from Nairobi: $27
- Nairobi Airport Transfer: $29
- Nairobi Airport Transfers: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:
- Vienna Airport VIE to Bojnice Resorts Round Trip Private Transfer: $132
- Private transfer from Bratislava to Vienna: $263
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Bratislava (hotel OR airport pick-up): $28
- Private Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest with 2h of Sightseeing: $202
- Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City: $98
- Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna, 2h Stop in Schlosshof: $125
- Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport, 2 Hour Stop: $110
- Airport to Hotel Private Transfer Service: $24
- Bratislava-Budapest One-Way Sightseeing Transfer: $295
- Bratislava Airport to Turčianske Teplice Arrival Private Transfer: $66
- Bratislava Airport BTS to Poprad - Arrival Private Transfer: $170
- Bratislava Airport BTS to Piestany - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Bratislava?
Prices for flights to both Bratislava and Nairobi 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 dayNairobi $7.35Bratislava $48
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner for Two$4.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $21
- Carnivore Restaurant Dinner Experience.: $32
- Nairobi:Carnivore Restaurant Dinner and Pub Crawling.: $47
- Local Market Tour and Traditional Meal Cooking Class: $48
- Enjoy Traditional Kenyan Food Cooking Class With a Host.: $54
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $55
- Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $55
- Nairobi Cooking and Food Tasting Activity: $60
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Cooking Lesson of Local Food $ Lunch: $68
- Carnivore Resturant Dinner Experience : $68
- Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bratislava.
- Local Beer & Food Tour: $142
- Bratislava Traditional Food Tour: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $45Bratislava $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Village Visit$15
Tours and Activities in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ebike adventure Hire Nairobi (Electric mountain bike hire): $15
- Nairobi cultural shopping experience: $18
- Nairobi City Walking and Historic Tours: $19
- Nairobi City;culture and historical guided tour: $19
- Nairobi;Downtown walking tour: $20
- vibrant kibera slum tour: $24
- Private Guided Nairobi City and Cultural Walking Tour: $25
- Kibera slums half day tour from nairobi: $25
- Memorable Daily KIBERA Slums/Toi Market Tour with Locals (2 hours): $25
- Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour: $25
- From Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour: $25
- Half-Day Tour Giraffe Center and Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: $25
Tours and Activities in Bratislava
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bratislava are as follows:
- Bratislava Premium Private Walking Tour, 4 hours: $224
- Banska Stiavnica from Bratislava, UNESCO Day Tour: $230
- Beautiful Bratislava Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Bratislava - Bike Tour: $54
- Bratislava - Grand City Tour: $85
- Bratislava Big Castle Tour by Presporacik: $18
- Bratislava Brunch Tour: $93
- Bratislava Card with Public Transport Option & Walking Tour: $25
- Bratislava Castle: Self-Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $7.29
- Bratislava Castle: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.07
- Bratislava City Private Walking Tour: $27
- Bratislava City Sightseeing Afternoon Walking Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $15Bratislava $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:
- Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
- Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
- Wine Tasting with Sommelier in Bratislava: $14
- Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $15
- Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $16
- Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $21
- Bratislava 3-Hour Wine Tasting: $104
- Devin Castle Tour with Currant Wine Tasting: $144
- Devin Castle Tour with Wine Tasting: $159
- Bratislava Food and Wine Tour: $181
- Little Carpathian Wine Tour: $201
- 6-Hour Carpathian Wine Tour and Tasting: $210
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Bratislava, we can see that Bratislava is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nairobi is in Africa and Bratislava 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 Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Bratislava would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bratislava than you might in Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Bratislava Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Bratislava?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Bratislava. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Bratislava, 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.