A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nairobi vs. Meknes for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nairobi or Meknes?

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 Meknes 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 Meknes?

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.

Meknes

So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Meknes or Nairobi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $68, while the average daily cost in Meknes is $56. 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 Meknes in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nairobi $12
    Meknes $26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nairobi $24
    Meknes $52
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Meknes

Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Meknes? 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.

Hotels in Nairobi


Hotels in Meknes


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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 Meknes Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nairobi $11
    Meknes $1.45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:


  • Taxi from Airport
    $9.30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi

Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Nairobi Airport One-Way Transfers: $400
  • Private Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Arusha: $262
  • Transport from Nairobi transfer Masai Mara gates Sekekani Talek: $250
  • Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli: $200
  • Private Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli national park: $197
  • Airport transfers: $180
  • Private Transfers from Nairobi Airport to Hotels: $170
  • Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or city To Maasai Mara By Road: $135
  • Return Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $120
  • Private Arrival Transfer in Nairobi: $115
  • Stopover, Layover & Transit Tour with Transfers.: $100
  • Nairobi Airports Private Transfers: $100

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Meknes

Also for Meknes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from fez to Rabat or from Rabat to Fes: $126
  • One Way Transfer from Fes To Chefchaouen Via Volubilis: $114

Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Meknes?

Prices for flights to both Meknes 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nairobi $13
    Meknes $25
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi

For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Dinner for Two
    $5.03

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi

For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $35
  • Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $35
  • 1 Hour Gastronomic and Street Food tour of Nairobi: $36
  • Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi.: $43
  • Traditional Cuisines Cooking Experience And Class.: $46
  • Cooking Class with Local Organic Market Visit: $50
  • Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi: $50
  • Local Market Tour and Traditional Meal Cooking Class: $57
  • Experience the Taste of Nairobi:A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $57
  • Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
  • Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $65
  • Carnivore Resturant Dinner Experience : $68

Typical Food Prices in Meknes

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:


  • Popcorn
    $0.20
  • Spices
    $2.49

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes

For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $96

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nairobi $46
    Meknes $3.54
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • 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:

  • Amboseli Day trip Private tour: $200
  • Coffee Factory Private tour from Nairobi.: $82
  • Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour: $95
  • Half day tour to Elephant orphanage & Giraffe Centre Nairobi: $95
  • Hells Gate Park & Lake Naivasha boat ride Day tour: $150
  • Lake Naivasha Full day Tour With Boat Rides: $156
  • Nairobi Museum Snake Park Giraffe Center and Beads Center Tour: $95
  • The 42 Stories -Kenya Culture and Walk Experience with a Local: $36
  • Tour Giraffe Centre, David Shedrick, Karen Blixen & city tour.: $110
  • half Day TOURS/NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK/ELEPHANT & GIRAFFE CENTRE: $90
  • "Nairobi's Ultimate Wildlife & Cultural Adventure: $40
  • 1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha : $130

Tours and Activities in Meknes

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.

  • Fes to Volubilis via Meknes and Moulay Idriss Day Tour: $40
  • From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $16
  • From Fez Guided Day Trip All Inclusive Tickets: $104
  • From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $260
  • Guided Tour with Entrance Fees: $33
  • Guided city Tour: $33

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nairobi $16
    Meknes $2.61

Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:

  • Nairobi bar crawl:Drink and Mingle: $15
  • Nairobi Ultimate Bar Crawl: $60

Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:


  • Bottle of Wine
    $4.57


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Meknes, we can see that Nairobi is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Nairobi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nairobi than you might in Meknes.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Meknes?

Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Meknes. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Meknes, 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.