Which place is cheaper, Brussels or Nairobi?
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 Nairobi or Brussels?
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 Brussels 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 Brussels?
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.
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium.
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Nairobi Prices
Kenya PricesBrussels Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $68Brussels $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $68, while the average daily cost in Brussels is $191. 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 Brussels in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Brussels $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Brussels $170
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Brussels
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Brussels? 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 Brussels Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Brussels $19
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$9.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer (one Way): $80
- Airport Transfers: $40
- Airport Transfers In Nairobi: $50
- Airport Transfers In Nairobi City: $67
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $47
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $28
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi City: $70
- Airport transfer; NBO to nairobi hotels: $27
- Airport transfers: $180
- Beyond Boundaries Tours and Transfers: $30
- From JKIA Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax max): $35
- From Wilson Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax): $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass$5.22
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Atomium train ticket (2)$9.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- VIP Transfer between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Antwerp: $268
- Transfer Chauffeur Limousines Services: $140
- Private transfer from Brussels Airport Brussels: $129
- Private Transfers Between Brussels Airport and the City: $116
- Private Transfer from Brussels Airport or city to Rotterdam By Business car: $290
- Private Airport Transfer to the City: $58
- BRU Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $31
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 7 Pax: $151
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $128
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $163
- Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) to or from Brussels (Sedan): $111
- Brussels & Atomium: Private Tour with Transfer and Tasting: $813
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Brussels?
Prices for flights to both Brussels 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 $13Brussels $77
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$5.02
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
- Kenyan Cooking Class & Authentic Dining Experience with a Local: $40
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour: $55
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Dinner/Lunch Eating Experience Carnivore Restaurant & Transport: $75
- Nairobi Nightlife and Safari Park Hotel Dinner Experience: $90
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi with a Local: $98
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Barbecue Lunch/ Dinner At The Carnivore Restaurant - Nairobi: $100
- Authentic home dinner with a local Family in Nairobi: $108
- Flavors of Brazilian Churrascaria Dinner Eating Experience: $125
- BBQ Dinner & Cat Dancers Experience at Safari Park Hotel: $125
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons$5.34
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)$5.51
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Cheese$6.50
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Olives and Snacks$8.10
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Waffle$3.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Brussels Food Tour: Main Dish, Beer, Waffle & Chocolate: $93
- Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
- Walking Food Tour with Chocolate, Beer, & Waffles: $111
- Food Tour of 10 Tastings - Waffles, Beers & More: $147
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Brussels $27
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:
- Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum: $15
- Kibera Slum Cultural and Community Walking Tour: $15
- Ankara Fabric Shopping and Same Day Tailoring Experience: $17
- Nairobi City Walking Guided Tour: $18
- Nairobi Matatu Culture Experience: $18
- Nairobi’s ultimate Walking City Tour with Hotel pickup: $20
- Half Day Nairobi National Park Game Drive tour.: $22
- Nairobi Artistic and Literary Walking Tour Experience: $22
- Nairobi City Walk Tour +pickup: $22
- Kibera Chocolate City Tour: $22
- Historical City Walk Tour in Nairobi: $23
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "From Waterloo Battlefield History Private Tour: $500
- Axe Throwing Experience: $20
- Battle of the Bulge & Gen Patton Private Tour from Brussels: $1,454
- Belgium: Discover the best of Brussels on our guided tour: $29
- Bruges Unveiled: A Private Full-Day Tour from Brussels: $979
- Brussel Beer hunting adventure "HOPPY-TOUR" with 3 tastings: $40
- Brussels - European Capital Daily Walking Tour: $547
- Brussels - Private Historic Walking Tour: $425
- Brussels 2.5-Hour Belgian Beer Tasting Experience: $48
- Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour: $35
- Brussels : Exclusive Chocolate, Beer, Waffle & Whiskey tour: $162
- Brussels : Private Street Art Tour: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Brussels $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:
- Food and Wine Tasting Experience at Five Senses Restaurant: $155
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$12
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Beer$6.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $23
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Brussels, we can see that Brussels 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 Brussels 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels 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 Brussels Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Brussels?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Brussels. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Brussels, 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.