Which place is cheaper, Frankfurt or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Frankfurt?
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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt?
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.
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, and The Best Adventure Tours to Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Frankfurt $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Frankfurt is $131. 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 Frankfurt in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Frankfurt $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Frankfurt $124
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Frankfurt
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Frankfurt? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Frankfurt $27
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 Tangier: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $116
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $176
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $139
- Guided City Tour with Transfers: $118
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental$54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Frankfurt am Main to Prague: $1,066
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Munich: $700
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $398
- Frankfurt Highlights Private Car Tour with Airport Transfers: $385
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $284
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Kaiserlautern: $267
- Private Transfer Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg City by Minivan: $157
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $142
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): Private Transfer to Frankfurt: $141
- Private Transfer from Frankfurt City to Stuttgart City: $139
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Frankfurt City: $123
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Frankfurt?
Prices for flights to both Frankfurt 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 $12Frankfurt $44
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 Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda$2.14
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte$7.50
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee$6.43
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Sandwich and Cola$7.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sharing Plate Food Tour In Frankfurt: $65
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $81
- FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $81
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $282
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Frankfurt $39
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $132
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,924
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $720
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,397
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
- Atta Dripstone Cave and Braunfels Castle Tour from Frankfurt: $271
- Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide : $207
- Brandenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt – Walking Tour: $376
- Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $285
- Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $612
- Discover Frankfurt's Heritage: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $108
- Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20
- Frankfurt - Old Town Historic Walking Tour: $377
- Frankfurt - Private Shopping tour: $398
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Frankfurt $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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Becks Beer$2.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:
- Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $22
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $282
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $336
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $517
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $752
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Frankfurt, we can see that Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Frankfurt?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Frankfurt. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Frankfurt, 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 Frankfurt?
Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Frankfurt. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, most visitors come to Frankfurt for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Rabat is a little warmer than Frankfurt. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Frankfurt averages at about 19°C (67°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Frankfurt this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Frankfurt during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Frankfurt receives 225 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Frankfurt receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Frankfurt 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Frankfurt in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Frankfurt. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Rabat is generally much warmer than Frankfurt. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Frankfurt fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Frankfurt receives 103 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Frankfurt receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Frankfurt 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Frankfurt in the Winter?
Both Frankfurt and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year.
It's quite cold in Frankfurt in the winter. Rabat is much warmer than Frankfurt in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Frankfurt fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Frankfurt during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Frankfurt receives 41 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Frankfurt receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Frankfurt 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Frankfurt in the Spring?
Both Frankfurt and Rabat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Frankfurt for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Rabat is much warmer than Frankfurt. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Frankfurt averages at about 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Frankfurt receives 163 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets more rain in April than Frankfurt. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Frankfurt receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Frankfurt 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Frankfurt and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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