Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Port Elizabeth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Port Elizabeth and Chefchaouen 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.
Located on the Indian Ocean coastline of South Africa, Port Elizabeth is a major sea port and tourist destination featuring a pleasant climate, opportunities for water sports, historical landmarks, wildlife areas, and clean beaches.
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 2-Week Tours in South Africa, The Best Bicycle Tours in South Africa, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Port Elizabeth is $44, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Port Elizabeth and Chefchaouen in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Port Elizabeth 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.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Port Elizabeth are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port Elizabeth and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen is more expensive. And not only is Port Elizabeth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Port Elizabeth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port Elizabeth 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 Chefchaouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chefchaouen than you might in Port Elizabeth.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Port Elizabeth Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Port Elizabeth has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Port Elizabeth 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.
Port Elizabeth has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Port Elizabeth as well as Chefchaouen. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
In the summer, Port Elizabeth is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Port Elizabeth in January average around 22°C (72°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F)in July.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Port Elizabeth this time of the year. In the summer, Port Elizabeth often gets less sunshine than Chefchaouenin July. Port Elizabeth gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.
Port Elizabeth usually gets more rain in January than Chefchaouenin July. Port Elizabeth gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Chefchaouen and Port Elizabeth are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Port Elizabeth is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouenin October. Daily temperatures in Port Elizabeth average around 19°C (66°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Port Elizabeth. Port Elizabeth usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during autumn. Port Elizabeth gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In April, Port Elizabeth usually receives more rain than Chefchaouenin October. Port Elizabeth gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Chefchaouen and Port Elizabeth during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
Port Elizabeth is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Port Elizabeth averages around 15°C (58°F) in July, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Port Elizabeth. In the winter, Port Elizabeth often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouenin January. Port Elizabeth gets 228 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.
Chefchaouen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Port Elizabeth usually gets less rain in July than Chefchaouenin January. Port Elizabeth gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Port Elizabeth and Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Port Elizabeth is a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Port Elizabeth in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F)in April.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Port Elizabeth, it's very sunny this time of the year. Port Elizabeth usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during spring. Port Elizabeth gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Port Elizabeth usually receives more rain than Chefchaouenin April. Port Elizabeth gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Port Elizabeth | Chefchaouen | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
May | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Jul | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 16°C (61°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
Dec | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |