Which place is cheaper, New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
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.
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 Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America, and The Best Photography Tours in United States of America.
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Nairobi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $67New Orleans $270
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $67, while the average daily cost in New Orleans is $270. 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 New Orleans in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12New Orleans $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24New Orleans $248
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and New Orleans
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and New Orleans Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11New Orleans $51
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$9.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wilson Airport Private Transfer to Nairobi hotels or Airport: $30
- Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi: $20
- Professional Airport Transfer Service in Nairobi: $33
- Private Transfer in Nairobi for Pax with Disability: $40
- Private Transfer from Nairobi to Naivasha: $70
- Private Transfer from Nairobi to Maasai Mara Reserve: $215
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or city To Maasai Mara By Road: $135
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or City to Mara by road: $160
- Private Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Arusha: $46
- Private Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli national park: $197
- Private One-Way Nairobi Airport Transfer: $29
- Private Nairobi Airport Transfer: $50
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 by Minibus: $195
- Transfer from New Orleans MSY or Port to New Orleans City by SUV: $109
- Private Transfer: New Orleans to Louis Armstrong Airport MSY in Luxury SUV: $120
- Private Transfer: New Orleans to Louis Armstrong Airport MSY in Business Car: $108
- Private Transfer: New Orleans Airport MSY to Cruise Port in SUV: $120
- Private Transfer: Louis Armstrong Airport MSY to New Orleans in Luxury SUV: $125
- Private Transfer: Louis Armstrong Airport MSY to New Orleans in Business Car: $108
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to New Orleans Airport MSY in SUV: $120
- Private Transfer from New Orleans Port to New Orleans city: $46
- Private SUV Transfers | MSY Airport and NOLA Cruise Port: $75
- Private Round-Trip Transfer New Orleans and Louis Armstrong MSY: $200
- Private Mercedes Sprinter Transfer NOLA, Airport, Cruise Ship: $210
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or New Orleans?
Prices for flights to both New Orleans 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 $13New Orleans $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$5.00
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
- Popular Kenyan Food Cooking Class and Local Market Experience: $60
- Carnivore restaurant Dinner or lunch from Nairobi: $65
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Carnivore Resturant Dinner Experience: $68
- Dinner Experience with Cat Show at Safari Park Hotel: $90
- Safari Park Dinner with Safari Cats Dance Show: $97
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi with a Local: $98
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Traditional Kikuyu Cooking Class In My Village: $100
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:
- Bananas Foster Cooking Demonstration in the French Quarter: $18
- New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal: $45
- New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option: $58
- Jazz Dinner Cruise aboard the Riverboat City of New Orleans: $60
- Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans: $60
- Private New Orleans Food Tour: Tastes of the Bend Neighborhood: $65
- New Orleans Sweet Treats Food Tour: Beignets, Donuts, & Much More: $70
- New Orleans Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $71
- French Quarter Food Tour: 5 Classic Bites and NOLA Stories: $81
- French Quarter Food Tour: $89
- Lower Garden District Food Tour: $89
- NOLA Carte Food Tour: 300 Years of Flavor in the French Quarter: $96
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46New Orleans $55
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 Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate National Park Tour: $150
- 1 Day Tour to Amboseli National Park: $200
- 1 Day tour of Lake Nakuru National Park: $250
- 2-Hour Private Kibera Slum Guided Tour: $90
- 3 Day Maasai Mara Group Safari Big Five Adventure from Nairobi: $300
- 3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Tour with 4x4 Jeep: $195
- 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 Amboseli Private Safari Tour: $52
- 3 Days Maasai Mara Camping Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser Jeep: $285
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:
- 1811 Slave Revolt Tour at Destrehan Plantation: $30
- 45-Minute French Quarter Highlights Tour in New Orleans: $20
- 60-minute Tremé Walking Tour & Photo Experience: $27
- A Local's Private French Quarter Walking or Biking Tour: $200
- A Locals' Music Tour: $200
- A Spectacular Ghost Tour in New Orleans: $12
- A Walk in the Park: City Park New Orleans Audio Tour: $9.99
- Adults Only Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour in New Orleans: $40
- Adults Only Raunchy French Quarter History Tour: $21
- Adults-Only Garden District, Cemetery & Anne Rice True Crime Tour: $34
- Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour: $37
- Adults-Only True Crime, Mafia, Dark History Tour: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16New Orleans $60
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 New Orleans
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New Orleans:
- Pub Crawl: French Quarter Haunted History Cocktail Tour: $15
- Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party with Free Shot: $21
- New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl: $25
- New Orleans Old Alker Distillery Tour and Expert Guided Tasting: $25
- Crawl Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour: $27
- Haunted Pub Crawl in New Orleans: $30
- Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour: $30
- New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl: Ghosts & French Quarter Nightlife: $35
- Pub Crawl: The Drunken Telling of New Orleans Tales: $35
- Pub Crawl: New Orleans' Finest Haunted Pub Tour: $38
- New Orleans Old Alker Distillery Premium Bourbon Tasting: $40
- Last Fling in NOLA: Bachelor or Bachelorette Pub Crawl and Tour: $48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and New Orleans, we can see that New Orleans 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 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 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 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 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 New Orleans Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or New Orleans?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of New Orleans. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi 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.
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.