Which place is cheaper, Faro 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 Faro?
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 Faro 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 Faro?
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.
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $68Faro $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $68, while the average daily cost in Faro is $185. 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 Faro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Faro $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Faro $174
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Faro
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Faro? 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 Faro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Faro $11
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:
- Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli: $200
- Private Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli national park: $197
- Airport transfers: $180
- Private Transfer in Nairobi: $180
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or City to Mara by road: $135
- Private Arrival Transfer in Nairobi: $115
- Private Shuttle Van Transfer: $100
- Nairobi Airports Private Transfers: $100
- Private Transfers from Nairobi Airport to Hotels: $100
- Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive and Transfer: $95
- Airport Transfer (one Way): $80
- Private Transfer to Naivasha from Nairobi: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Faro APT-HTL (FAO): $43
- Transfer One Way From Faro Airport to Algarve Hotels: $22
- Transfer From Faro Algarve To Lisbon: $295
- Shared Departure Transfer: Algarve Hotels to Faro Airport: $14
- Private transfers between Faro and Sagres: $165
- Private transfers between Faro and Portimão/Praia da Rocha: $100
- Private transfers between Faro and Olhos de Água: $53
- Private transfers between Faro and Júpiter Hotel Albufeira: $53
- Private transfers between Faro and Huelva: $189
- Private transfers between Faro and Hotel São Rafael Atlântico: $53
- Private transfers between Faro and Guía: $59
- Private transfers between Faro and Bordeira: $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Faro?
Prices for flights to both Faro 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 $13Faro $72
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
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour: $55
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Cooking Lesson of Local Food $ Lunch: $68
- Dinner/Lunch Eating Experience Carnivore Restaurant & Transport: $75
- Safari Park dinner with live band music and cat dance show.: $90
- 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
- Traditional Kikuyu Cooking Class In My Village: $100
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $120
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hours Classic Food Tour in Faro: $105
- Faro Food Tour & Drinks and City highlights 10 Tastings: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Faro $11
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:
- 1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha: $139
- 1 Day Hiking Adventure At Mt Longonot From Nairobi(minimum 2 Pax): $225
- 1 Day Pure Adrenaline Adventure with Kenyan BBQ Lunch Experience: $200
- 2 Days 1 Night Amboseli National Park With Masai Village Tour: $280
- 2 Days Tour :Mt.Longonot Hiking TOUR &Hells Gate Bicycle Riding: $200
- 2-Hour Private Kibera Slum Guided Tour: $90
- 3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Tour with 4x4 Jeep: $210
- 3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara Safari Witness the Jungle Experience: $270
- 3 Days 8th Wonder Of The World with Maasai Mara Great Tour: $242
- 3 Days Maasai Mara Group Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser Jeep: $295
- 3 Days Maasai Mara Small Group Safari in a 4 x4 Land Cruiser Jeep: $220
- 3 Days Masai Mara Budget Camping Safari on 4X4 Land Cruiser: $285
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- 1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa: $33
- 2 Hours Boat Tour Fishermen's Route in Ria Formosa: $29
- 2:30 Hours Tour: $295
- 3-Hour Boat Tour in Ria Formosa on Olhão Algarve: $41
- 5-hour tour with 3 stops around the islands and beaches of Ria Formosa: $53
- Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour: $65
- Amoreira River Stand Up Paddle Tour: $59
- Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast: $59
- Benagil Caves, Albufeira and Carvoeiro Private Tour From Algarve: $212
- Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro: $47
- Boat Tour of 2 Ria Formosa Islands: Culatra and Armona: $41
- Boat Tour to Desert Island at The Ria Formosa: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Faro $3.63
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $24
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $29
- Faro Pub Crawl Night of Drinks Games VIP Club Entry: $45
- Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour: $88
- Portuguese Wine Tasting& Tapas in the heart of Faro: $116
- Jeep Tour - Tavira, Santa Luzia & Wine Tasting: $141
- Algarve Portugal Wine Tasting Activity with Pick Up: $188
- Algarve Private Wine Tour with Private Transportation: $224
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Faro, we can see that Faro 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 Faro 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro 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 Faro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Faro?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Faro. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Faro, 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.