Which place is cheaper, Nairobi 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 Nairobi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Nairobi, 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 Nairobi?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Safaris in Kenya, and The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Nairobi €59
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Nairobi is €59. 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 Nairobi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Nairobi €10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Nairobi €20
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Nairobi
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Nairobi? 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 Nairobi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Nairobi €9.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Private Paphos Airport Transfer via Vintage Mercedes: $172
- Famous Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise with transfer: $40
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer: $34
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Water Slide & Hotel Transfer: $40
- Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark Admission Ticket with Transfer: $48
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $90
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City by Van: $129
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $33
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer from Paphos: $36
- Adonis Baths Waterfall Morning Transfer: $45
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€8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer (one Way): $80
- Airport Transfers: $40
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $28
- Airport transfer; NBO to nairobi hotels: $27
- Airport transfers in Nairobi: $60
- From JKIA Airport Nairobi Private Transfer in a Car 3 Pax Max: $35
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Private Transfer: $27
- Mwashi Airport Transfer & Taxi: $27
- Nairobi Airport Transfers: $69
- Nairobi Airport Transfers: $50
- Nairobi Airport Transfers to Wilson Airport and Hotels: $40
- Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive and Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Nairobi?
Prices for flights to both Nairobi 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 €65Nairobi €11
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: $67
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $78
- Discover Cypriot Tradition Cooking Class: $86
- Cyprus Food Tour: Old Town of Paphos, Cypriot Dishes and Drinks: $90
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $216
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€4.40
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Nairobi €41
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos): $63
- Adonis waterfalls Buggy Adventure: $107
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $78
- Akamas Jeep Tour from Paphos: $78
- Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure: $46
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- Blue Lagoon Cruise, Aphrodite's Grotto & Sea Caves from Paphos: $45
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $23
- CYPRUS: Private Luxury Picnic Experience: $125
- Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Aphrodite Hills: $105
- Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Paphos: $105
- Cruise from Paphos Harbour to Blue Lagoon: All Inclusive: $90
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€14
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
- Nairobi Matatu Culture Experience: $18
- Nairobi City Tour +Pickup: $19
- Nairobi Walking City Tour +pick-up: $20
- Nairobi’s ultimate Walking City Tour with Hotel pickup: $20
- Kibera Chocolate City Tour: $22
- Nairobi City Walk Tour +pickup: $22
- Nairobi Green Bus City Sightseeing Tour 4 Hours: $23
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
- Giraffe Center Karen Blixen and Kobe Beads Day Tour: $25
- Discover Nairobi City with Student Led Walking Tour: $25
- Mathare Community Slum Tour: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Nairobi €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- From Troodos Mountains & Villages Free Wine Tasting: $62
- Scenic Troodos Mountains Tour with Wine Tasting from Paphos: $63
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $69
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $86
- Paphos Hills: Boutique Wine Tour & Scenic Escape - 4+ Guests: $132
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $135
- Paphos Akamas Wine Tour: Wineries, Sea Caves & Coastal Sights: $155
- Paphos Half Day-Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
- Troodos Mountains -Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Nairobi, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Nairobi 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 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 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 Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Nairobi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Nairobi?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Nairobi, 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.