Which place is cheaper, Cannes or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Cannes?
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 Cannes 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 Cannes?
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.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Bicycle Tours in France, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Cannes $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Cannes is $147. 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 Cannes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Cannes $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Cannes $160
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Cannes
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Cannes? 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 Cannes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Cannes $17
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$3.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rabat to Rabat Salé Airport: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $26
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $41
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Private transfer: from Casablanca to Rabat: $59
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $64
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
- Cannes-Mandelieu Airport (CEQ): Transfer to Port de la Santé: $433
- Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé: Transfer to Cannes: $399
- Private Transfer to/from Marseille: $310
- Cannes Private Transfer from Cannes city centre to Nice Airport: $295
- Private Transfer to/from Saint-Tropez: $225
- Private Transfer to/from Monaco: $181
- Cannes-Mandelieu Airport (CEQ) to Port de la Santé- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Private Direct Transfer From Cannes to Monaco: $139
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Nice Airport: $128
- Transfer Nice Airport French Riviera: $125
- Private One-way Transfer From Cannes to Nice, 2h Stop in Antibes: $124
- Private Transfer: Cannes to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Cannes?
Prices for flights to both Cannes 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 $12Cannes $49
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
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $75
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $75
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $75
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
- Gourmet Cooking Class in Rabat: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Cannes $32
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Guided Bike Tour: $1.55
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Private Surf Experience in Rabat: $44
- 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 Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $65
- Private Guided Tour in Rabat City: $76
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
- Watch the Fireworks from the boat. Unique experience: $1,593
- Cannes 2 Hours : Privat City Tour in a French Vintage Bus: $315
- Cannes 2.5-Hour E-bike Tour: $74
- Cannes : Ferrari experience: $214
- Cannes : Traditional Food Group Walking Tour: $102
- Cannes Discovery: walking Tour Led by a Local Expert: $38
- Cannes E-Bike Guided Tour: $75
- Cannes Experience private boat tour Islands French Riviera: $631
- Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Cannes Luxury Catamaran Half or Day Cruise with lunch option: $96
- Cannes Royal Regatta Catamaran cruise: $107
- Cannes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Cannes $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
- St Paul de Vence, Antibes & Wine Tasting from Cannes: $130
- Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting: $139
- French Riviera: Provencal Wine Tours: $759
- Wine Tasting, Cannes, Coco Chanel, Perfume Factory & Grasse: $1,273
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Cannes, we can see that Cannes 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 Cannes 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 Cannes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cannes 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 Cannes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Cannes?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cannes. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Cannes, 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 Cannes?
Cannes 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 Cannes in the Summer?
Both Cannes 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, most visitors come to Cannes for the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Rabat is around the same temperature as Cannes. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Cannes averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Cannes. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Cannes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Cannes in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Cannes. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Cannes because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Cannes. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Cannes fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Cannes receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Cannes. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Cannes 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Cannes in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Cannes. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Cannes this time of year.
Rabat is much warmer than Cannes in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Cannes fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Cannes. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Cannes 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Cannes in the Spring?
Both Cannes 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 travelers come to Cannes for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Rabat is a little warmer than Cannes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Cannes averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In April, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cannes. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cannes receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Cannes 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Cannes and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
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