Which place is cheaper, Quebec City 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 Quebec City?
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 Quebec City 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 Quebec City?
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.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $67Quebec City $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $67, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $148. 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 Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Quebec City $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Quebec City $142
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Quebec City? 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 Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Quebec City $16
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$9.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer (one Way): $80
- Airport Transfer in Nairobi- JKIA: $30
- Airport Transfers: $40
- Airport Transfers In Nairobi: $50
- Airport Transfers In Nairobi City: $67
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $28
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi City: $70
- Airport transfer; NBO to nairobi hotels: $27
- Airport transfers: $180
- Airport transfers in Nairobi: $60
- 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 Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $108
- YQB Airport Transfer: $113
- Quebec city private transfer: $103
- Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $116
- Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $103
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $118
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $93
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $93
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $243
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $92
- Airport Transfer From YQB to Quebec City — More Than a Ride: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City 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 $13Quebec City $62
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:
- 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
- Safari Park dinner with live band music and cat dance show.: $90
- Nairobi Nightlife and Safari Park Hotel Dinner Experience: $90
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Barbecue Lunch/ Dinner At The Carnivore Restaurant - Nairobi: $100
- Nairobi National Park Afternoon Game Drive/ Dinner Carnivore Restaurant: $100
- Nairobi dinner and safari cat dancers: $100
- Authentic home dinner with a local Family in Nairobi: $108
- Authentic Local Kenyan Food Tour: $108
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- Quebec : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $108
- Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide: $111
- Quebec: Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Local Tastings: $122
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $123
- Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Authentic Local Tastings: $125
- Grande-Allée in Bistro Mystery Dinner Tour: $178
- Gourmet mystery dinner in the St-Roch district - Flavors of the world: $178
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $211
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of Old Quebec: $215
- 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $215
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Quebec City $23
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:
- Fashion African Fabric & Souvenir Market Tour: $12
- Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum: $15
- Kibera Slum Tour with a Local: $15
- Nairobi Matatu Culture Experience: $18
- Nairobi Walking City Tour +pick-up: $20
- Nairobi City Tour and Pickup: $20
- Kibera Chocolate City Tour: $22
- Nairobi History and Modern Culture Walking Tour: $22
- Nairobi City Walk Tour +pickup: $22
- Cultural Discovery Tour of Unfiltered Mathare: $23
- Experience Nairobi Night Life Partying in the City and Beyond: $25
- Giraffe Center Karen Blixen and Kobe Beads Day Tour: $25
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-hour private tour of Montmorency Falls with transportation by 7-seater SUV: $211
- 4-hour private tour of Ile d'Orleans. Discover local flavors. Live guide: $423
- 5 Course Gourmet Food and History Walking Tour of Old Quebec: $215
- 5 Course Gourmet and Historical Tour of Old Quebec: $211
- A Taste of History Walking Tour: $86
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.33
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $21
- Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $40
- Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $41
- Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $21
- Discover Old Quebec on a walking tour with a local live guide: $41
- German Christmas Market Tasting Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Quebec City $18
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 Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Quebec City: $15
- Guided visits and tasting at a Quebec distillery: $16
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $20
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $93
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $95
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $145
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Quebec City, we can see that Quebec City 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 Quebec City 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 Quebec City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quebec City 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 Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Quebec City?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Quebec City. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Quebec City, 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.