Which place is cheaper, Dallas or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Dallas?
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 Dallas 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 Dallas?
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.
Dallas
Located in the north central part of the state, Dallas is a prominent city in Texas and is one of the most populated metropolitan areas in the United States of America. The business reputation of Dallas rose from its historical status as the center for cotton and oil industries. It was also positioned among numerous railroads.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Dallas $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Dallas is $141. 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 Dallas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Dallas $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Dallas $168
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Dallas
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Dallas? 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 Dallas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Dallas $28
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 Dallas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dallas:
- Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW): Transfer to Dallas: $205
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Dallas Airport (DFW) - Dallas City Center: $138
- Arrival Private Transfer Dallas Airport DAL to Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $135
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Luxury Van: $126
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Luxury SUV: $126
- Departure Private Transfer: Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Luxury SUV: $126
- RoundtripTransfer Executive Private Car Dallas Airport (DFW) -Dallas City Center: $120
- Private Transfer Fort Worth Airport DFW to Downtown Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $109
- Arrival Private Transfer: Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $105
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $104
- Private Transfer from Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Business Car: $101
- Private Transfer Downtown Dallas to Fort Worth Airport DFW Luxury Vehicle: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Dallas?
Prices for flights to both Dallas 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 $12Dallas $35
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
Typical Food Prices in Dallas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dallas are as follows:
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Cowboys Stadium Tour (for 2)$55
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Whataburger Lunch (family of 4)$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dallas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dallas.
- West Village Happy Hour Food Tour: $39
- Dallas Secret Food Tour: $98
- Secret Food Tour of Dallas with Private Tour Option: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Dallas $13
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
Tours and Activities in Dallas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dallas are as follows:
- 2 Hour Dallas Night Sightseeing E-Scooter Tour: $90
- Private Walking Tour of Dealey Plaza Assassination of JFK: $135
- 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour: $28
- 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour : $28
- 2-Hour Historic Dallas Segway Tour: $79
- 3-Hour Ropes Course & Zip Line Adventure : $60
- 3hr Dallas Cowboys Stadium Small Group Tour with Transportation: $108
- Combination Southfork Ranch and Dallas/JFK Highlights Tour: $145
- Dallas Highlights Tour: $205
- Dallas Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $114
- Dallas Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures: $30
- Dallas and Cowboys Stadium Combo Tour: $153
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Dallas $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Dallas
Also in Dallas, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Terrors Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum and Downtown Dallas: $55
- Dallas Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Dallas, we can see that Dallas 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 Dallas is in North America, 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 Dallas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dallas 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 Dallas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Dallas?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 37% larger than the population of Dallas. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Dallas, 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 Dallas?
Dallas 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 Dallas in the Summer?
Both Dallas 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 Dallas for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Rabat is cooler than Dallas in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Dallas fluctuates around 88°F (31°C).
In Dallas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Dallas. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dallas receives 337 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Dallas. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dallas receives 2.4 inches (60 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Dallas 88°F (31°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Dallas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Dallas. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Dallas because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Rabat is around the same temperature as Dallas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Dallas averages at about 69°F (21°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dallas this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Dallas during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Dallas receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Dallas. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Dallas receives 3.9 inches (98 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Dallas 69°F (21°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Dallas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Dallas. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Dallas this time of year.
In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Dallas. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Dallas fluctuates around 46°F (8°C).
In the winter, Rabat often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Dallas. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dallas receives 183 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets more rain in January than Dallas. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Dallas receives 1.8 inches (45 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Dallas 46°F (8°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Dallas in the Spring?
Both Dallas 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 Dallas for the activities around the city.
Rabat is cooler than Dallas in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Dallas fluctuates around 68°F (20°C).
It's quite sunny in Dallas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Dallas during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Dallas receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Dallas. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Dallas receives 3.9 inches (98 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Dallas 68°F (20°C)
Typical Weather for Dallas and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 inches (59 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 5 inches (128 mm) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 83°F (29°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 88°F (31°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 87°F (31°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 inches (91 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
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