Which place is cheaper, Cairo or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Cairo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Cairo, 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: Paphos or Cairo?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Cairo €28
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Cairo is €28. 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 Paphos and Cairo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Cairo €9.37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Cairo €19
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Cairo
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Cairo? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Cairo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Cairo €3.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $34
- Blue Lagoon: 3 Hours Afternoon Cruise with transfer from Paphos: $45
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City by Van: $132
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $92
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Slide, Music & Hotel Transfer: $34
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise with Bus Transfer: $30
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
- Private Paphos Airport Transfer via Vintage Mercedes: $175
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride€0.07
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Taxi Ride€0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- 01 way Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Your Hotel in Cairo: $13
- 1 Day Aswan Abu Simple Tour with Transfer Included: $300
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Ride At Giza Pyramids With Private Transfer: $30
- 1 Way Pick up transfer from Cairo to Hurghada by private Car: $80
- 1 way Private Pickup transfer from Le Meridien Heliopolis to Cairo airport: $18
- 2 Day Cairo Tour upon arrival day with airport transfer: $138
- 2 Days Private Guided Tours of Cairo and Giza with Free Cairo Airport Transfers: $280
- 2 Days Private Guided Tours of Cairo and Giza with Free Cairo Airport Transfers: $200
- 2 Days Tours package Include airport transfers (Cairo & Alexandria): $208
- 2 Days and 2 Evenings Private Tour in Cairo include airport transfer and M&A: $280
- 2 Private day tours in Giza pyramids and Cairo city with 2 airport Transfers: $155
- 2 Private days in Giza and Cairo including Free Transfer from Airport: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Cairo?
Prices for flights to both Cairo and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Cairo €15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $220
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice€0.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $4.00
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride: $7.00
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $7.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $8.00
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $8.00
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.00
- 2-hours night dinner cruise show : Eat , Dance and Sing: $8.00
- 5 Star Dinner Nile Cruise in Cairo Night Tour: $8.00
- Giza pyramids, Sphinx, ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise&shopping: $9.00
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $9.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Cairo €7.55
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Pafos Zoo Ticket: $22
- The Yellow Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise Swim & Snorkel: $23
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide: $29
- From Limassol Experience: $29
- Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour: $41
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $41
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol Spritz: $41
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ, Swimming, and Kayaking: $41
- Turtle Watching Cruise,Snorkelling Adventure &Sunset: $41
- Yellow Submarine Swim Cruise with Unlimited Drinks: $41
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol: $41
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two€0.70
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two€5.38
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs: $2.00
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx Day Tour: $4.00
- Best-Selling Giza Pyramids Tour: Camel Ride, Lunch &Private Guide: $4.00
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.50
- Private Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids Tour: $4.50
- Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Private Tour with Camel Ride: $4.90
- Top : 5 Hours Day Tour Pyramid Sakkara Pyramid Memphis City: $5.00
- VIP Private Tour Giza Pyramid camel ride and inside 3rd Pyramid: $5.00
- Explore Giza Pyramids on a Private ATV or Camel Tour: $5.00
- Customized Shopping Tour and Egyptian Souvenir from Cairo Giza hotels: $5.00
- Cairo Shopping Tours and Buy Cheap Egyptian Souvenirs with Hassle free: $5.00
- Female Guided Tour for Pyramids, Bazaar and Museum Tour: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Cairo €1.23
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $40
- Paphos Highlights Baths of Aphrodite's and Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $87
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Cairo, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Cairo 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 Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Cairo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Cairo?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Cairo, 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 Paphos or Cairo?
Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Paphos or Cairo in the Summer?
Both Cairo and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Paphos is around the same temperature as Cairo in the summer. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Cairo fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Cairo during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Cairo receives 350 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paphos usually receives less rain than Cairo. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Cairo 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Cairo in the Autumn?
Both Cairo and Paphos during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
In the autumn, Paphos is around the same temperature as Cairo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Paphos in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Cairo averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the autumn, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cairo. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cairo receives 290 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in October than Cairo. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Cairo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Cairo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Cairo. Many visitors come to Paphos in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Paphos is generally cooler than Cairo. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 12°C (53°F), and Cairo fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. Paphos usually receives less sunshine than Cairo during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Cairo receives 221 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Cairo. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Cairo 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Cairo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Cairo. Most visitors come to Paphos for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
Paphos is cooler than Cairo in the spring. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Cairo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cairo. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cairo receives 276 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in April than Cairo. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Cairo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Cairo and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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