Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paphos or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Chefchaouen, 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 Chefchaouen?
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.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €97Chefchaouen €54
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is €54. 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 Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Chefchaouen €23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Chefchaouen €46
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Chefchaouen? 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 Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Chefchaouen €14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Larnaca in Minivan(Taxi): $191
- Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Paphos City by Luxury Car: $138
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
- Private Airport Transfer from Hotel to Paphos Airport in a 4-seater taxi: $42
- Blue Lagoon trip with slide, music & transfer from Paphos: $32
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride€0.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $296
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $126
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $119
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $174
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
- One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $23
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez via volubilis: $132
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen 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 €38Chefchaouen €17
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: $52
- Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $54
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $66
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two€8.41
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Dinner for Two€9.34
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Cupcake€0.28
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Nutella and Yogurt€1.87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
- Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $122
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Chefchaouen €16
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guided Tour of Limassol with Kourion and Kolossi Castle : $49
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $52
- 3 Hours Sunset Cruise in Atlantida Bay: $54
- 6 hour Buggy Tour Akamas incl lunch and Adonis Falls: $209
- 6-Hour Quad or Buggy Tour incl Lunch and Entrance to Adonis Falls: $87
- Adonis Falls Lazy Sunday Quad and Buggy Adventure : $76
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $62
- Akamas Panorama: Private Mini Bus Tour With Local Guide: $588
- Akamas Peninsula Full Day 4x4 Winter Tour: $71
- Ancient Kourion, Kolossi Castle, Omodos & Winery Tour - Paphos: $94
- Authentic Cyprus Historic Day Tour from Paphos: $33
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Cruise: $31
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
- Discover the Blue Pearl - A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $38
- Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Chefchaouen €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $28
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $64
- Regional Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $80
- WINE TOUR from Paphos: $104
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Chefchaouen, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Chefchaouen, 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 Chefchaouen?
Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Paphos or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Paphos during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
In July, Paphos is generally a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 27°C (80°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the summer, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in July than Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Chefchaouen. Many travelers come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Paphos is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during autumn. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Paphos usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Chefchaouen. Many visitors come to Paphos in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
In the winter, Paphos is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paphos in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the winter, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Chefchaouen. Paphos usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
Both Chefchaouen and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Paphos for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Paphos is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 17°C (62°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during spring. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Paphos usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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