Which place is cheaper, Belfast or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Belfast?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Belfast 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.
Where Should I go: Rabat or Belfast?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and the second largest city on the island of Ireland after Dublin. It has a population of about 270,000 and almost 500,000 in the metropolitan area. It's located on the mouth of the River Lagan and is set between many low hills that rise up around it.
One of the most famous, and tragic times in Belfast's history is referred to as "The Troubles." During this time, between 1969 and 1997, there were many bomb and gun attacks throughout the city. This left many areas as essentially no-go zones. Neighborhoods became completely lawless do to the lack of security and the damage is still visible today in some areas. In 1998 the Good Friday Agreement was signed and much of the politically motivated violence ended. The city actually received praise recently as the safest city in the UK based on crime rate. Tourism is growing and many visitors enjoy seeing this less popular travel destination. The city has a lot of character and will give you an interesting take on Irish and British history.
Belfast has a temperate climate and temperature and precipitation have little variation throughout the year. The climate is influenced by the warming effects of the Gulf Stream, making it warmer than many cities that are found at the same latitude. Rain is common with precipitation falling an average of 157 days a year. Snow is much less common, although it does happen about ten days a year. The warmest days during the summer may reach a temperature around 25 degrees Celsius and the coldest days have lows that drop just below freezing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Belfast $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Belfast is $167. 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 Rabat and Belfast in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Belfast $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Belfast $172
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Belfast
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Belfast? 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Belfast Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Belfast $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $24
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $42
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Rabat To Casablanca Luxury transfer: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belfast
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belfast:
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Dublin Airport: $294
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Derrylin: $269
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bellanaleck: $269
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Kinawley: $264
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Kesh: $264
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Lisnarick: $259
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Ballycassidy: $257
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Irvinestown: $252
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Castlederg: $248
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Ballinamallard: $248
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Newtownbutler: $236
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Strabane : $227
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Belfast?
Prices for flights to both Belfast and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Belfast $64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belfast
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belfast.
- Guided Craft Beer and Street Food Tour: $82
- Belfast Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Belfast $23
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Typical Entertainment Prices in Belfast
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Belfast are as follows:
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Movie Tickets$10
Tours and Activities in Belfast
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belfast are as follows:
- Belfast A Music and StreetArt Experience. Small Gr Walking Tour : $25
- Belfast The Troubles cab tour Adventure 2hrs personal guide : $113
- Historical Private Tour in Belfast : $76
- (Small Group) Shore Tour from Giant's Causeway and Belfast Day Trip: $147
- 2 hour Private Political History & Murals Tour Belfast: $70
- 2 hours Belfast Original Drivers The Troubles Black Taxi Tour: $93
- 3 Hour extended Murals Tour: $102
- 4 Hours Private Guided Belfast City Tour: $254
- A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour : $28
- Antrim Coast Carrickfergus and Gobbins Cliff Experience: $439
- Award winners Express 2 hrs Black Taxi tours and Mural Taxi Tour: $159
- Belfast Famous Black taxi political mural peace wall tour 2 hour: $126
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Belfast $9.86
Sample the Local Flavors in Belfast
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Belfast:
- Pub Crawl and Bar Walking Tour with Two Drinks: $15
- Explore & Taste: Distillery Tour at Titanic Distillers: $32
- Belfast Giant's Causeway and Titanic Distillery Whiskey Tour: $69
- VIP Skip-the Line Titanic Museum and Distillery Tasting Tour: $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Belfast, we can see that Belfast is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa and Belfast is in Europe, 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Belfast would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Belfast than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Belfast Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Belfast?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Belfast. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Belfast, 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 Rabat or Belfast?
Belfast has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Rabat or Belfast in the Summer?
Both Belfast and Rabat during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Belfast because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Rabat is generally much warmer than Belfast. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Belfast fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Belfast. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belfast receives 151 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Belfast. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Belfast receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Belfast 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Belfast in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Belfast. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Belfast this time of year.
Rabat is much warmer than Belfast in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Belfast fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Belfast during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Belfast receives 92 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Belfast. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Belfast receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Belfast 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Belfast in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Belfast. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Belfast for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Belfast. In the winter, Rabat is much warmer than Belfast. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Belfast averages at about 4°C (39°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Belfast. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belfast receives 50 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Belfast. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Belfast receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Belfast 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Belfast in the Spring?
Both Belfast and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Belfast in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Rabat is generally much warmer than Belfast. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Belfast fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Belfast during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Belfast receives 150 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives more rain than Belfast. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Belfast receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Belfast 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Belfast and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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