Which place is cheaper, Accra or Osaka?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Osaka or Accra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Accra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Osaka or Accra?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $88Accra $37
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $88, while the average daily cost in Accra is $37. 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 Osaka and Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $45Accra $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $90Accra $38
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Accra? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $14Accra $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Osaka Itami Airport to/from Osaka City: Shared Transfer: $23
- Shared Departure Transfer: Osaka City to Osaka Itami Airport: $26
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Osaka Itami Airport to Osaka City: $26
- Private Transfer from Osaka Airport (ITM) to Maizuru Cruise Port: $48
- Osaka Airport ITM to Arima Onsen Resorts Arrival Transfer: $55
- Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket with Private Transfer: $63
- Private Transfer from Osaka Cruise Port to Osaka city hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Osaka city hotels to Osaka Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer from Osaka Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM): $66
- Osaka Int Airport (ITM) to Osaka city - Arrival Private Transfer: $66
- Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka City to Kansai International Airport: $69
- Airport Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $109
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $115
- Arrival Transfer From Accra Airport To Hotel: $100
- Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $25Accra $9.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $23
- Osaka:Food Tour & Shopping(Grand Opening Limited Time Offer): $26
- 2-Hour Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Private Takoyaki Cooking Class by Natives in Osaka: $37
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $47
- Nosatlgic Namba Osaka Street Food Tour.: $48
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $50
- Home Cooking Class: $51
- Homemade Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka: $51
- Enjoy artistic TEMPURA Cooking Class: $60
- Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori: $63
- Three Types of RAMEN Cooking Class: $65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Private Ghanaian Cuisine Cooking Class: $40
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Cooking Class: $75
- Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $78
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Cooking Class with Auntie KK in Osu: $89
- Ghanaian Cooking Class Authentic Tour: $100
- Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $128
- Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $204
- Ghanaian Local Foods Cooking Class: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $20Accra $3.32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$30
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Castle: Museum and Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.58
- Table Tennis Experience with Local Players: $4.58
- Ryurei Teicha: Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony) Experience in Osaka: $5.23
- Osaka Sakishima Observatory Advance Ticket: $5.88
- Tsutenkaku Tower Entry Ticket: $6.54
- Tsutenkaku Entry Ticket: $7.68
- Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount: $7.84
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $8.02
- Umeda Sky Building E-Ticket: $9.81
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory E-Ticket: $12
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
- Accra City Tour: $161
- Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $100
- Accra Zoo, Canopy Walk and Botanical Gardens Private Tour: $145
- 3 Days Special Tour of Ghana: $950
- 6 Hours Cape Coast Tour: $210
- 6-Day Electric Enchantment-Off the grid Tour: $1,650
- 7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
- A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
- Aburi Botanic Gardens and Boti Falls Full-Day Private Tour: $180
- Aburi Botanical Gardens And Boti Falls Private Tour: $220
- Accra - Guided City Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $12Accra $4.76
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $23
- Namba Pub Bar Crawl with a Born & Raised Local Guide: $31
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $33
- Local Bar Crawl in Dotombori and Uranamba Area: $39
- Osaka Local Bar Crawl in Dotombori & Uranamba Area: $40
- 3 Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Namba : $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Accra, we can see that Osaka is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Osaka is in Asia and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Osaka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Osaka than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Accra?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Accra, 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.
When is the best time to visit Osaka or Accra?
Osaka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Osaka or Accra in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Accra. The summer months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
In July, Osaka is generally around the same temperature as Accra. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 28°C (82°F), and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the summer. Osaka usually gets more rain in July than Accra. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Accra 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Accra in the Autumn?
Both Accra and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Osaka this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Osaka is cooler than Accra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Accra fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite rainy in Osaka. In October, Osaka usually receives more rain than Accra. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Accra 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Accra in the Winter?
Both Accra and Osaka during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
In the winter, Osaka is much colder than Accra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Osaka in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Accra averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Osaka usually gets more rain in January than Accra. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Accra 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Accra in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Accra. Many visitors come to Osaka in the spring for the activities around the city. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Osaka is generally much colder than Accra. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 15°C (59°F), and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Accra receives a lot of rain in the spring. Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Osaka usually receives more rain than Accra. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Accra 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Accra and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
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