Which place is cheaper, London or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or London?
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 London 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 London?
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.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43London $238
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in London is $238. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27London $154
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54London $308
Compare Hotels in Rabat and London
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or London? 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 London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10London $32
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:
- Private transfer from Rabat To Chefchaouen: $285
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat-Sale Airport (RBA) to Casablanca: $222
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $191
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$18
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Heathrow Express$23
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Luggage Storage$10
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London Map$1.62
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Oyster Card$45
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$27
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Oyster Card$34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Southampton Cruise Terminals: Private Transfer to London: $1,309
- London Luton Airport (LTN): Transfer to Southampton Port: $835
- Southampton Port Transfer with Stonehenge stop-over included: $755
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR): Transfer to Bristol city: $685
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW): Transfer to Southampton Port: $654
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Port: $577
- Private Transfer Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal: $565
- Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London: $565
- Harry Potter Family Package Tickets with Transfer: $502
- Harry Potter Family Package with Transfers from London: $502
- London Stansted Airport (STN): Transfer to Southampton Port: $489
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Harwich Port: $440
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $12London $43
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 London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$16
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Tea$7.53
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$49
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Morning Tea$7.97
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Pastry$6.27
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Sushi Dinner for One$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Self-guided food tour: $5.76
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Picadilly Circus: Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $38
- Traveling Spoon Nepalese Momos Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Pizza Making Cookery Class: $53
- No Diet Club - Best food Tour in East London: $68
- African & Caribbean Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Brixton: $74
- Borough Bites, The London Food Tour: $74
- Borough Market Flavors of London Food Tour: $74
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $88
- Traditional English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83London $41
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$104
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London Symphony Orchestra$43
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London Pass$59
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Comedy Show$10
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- An Evening in London. Panoramic night Tour by Executive Luxury Vehicle: $229
- Boogie Shoes Christmas Silent Disco Walking Tours London : $32
- Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tour Camden: $64
- Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tours Christmas Special: $32
- David Bowie "Golden Years" Walking Tour of Brixton & Soho: $32
- Little Venice and Camden Walking Tour: $95
- London Covent Garden: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.27
- Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket: $45
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Medieval Legends, ghosts and fire: $10
- Silent Disco Walking Tours West End Boogie Shoes: $44
- The London Dungeon Admission Ticket: $37
- 'Downton Abbey' TV Locations and Blenheim Palace Tour from London: $221
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -London $19
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Self Guided Audio Tour in London Old Pub Crawl: $7.63
- Fun London Pub Crawl Treasure Hunt with 20% off ALL drinks!: $13
- 2-Hour Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $20
- Haunted London Pub Walking Tour: $20
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $24
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers: $25
- Shoreditch Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Guided Historic Pub Tour (London): $27
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $29
- Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London: $31
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $31
- Burlesque Cabaret Show in Covent Garden: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and London, we can see that London 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 London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London 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 London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and London, 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 London?
London 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 London in the Summer?
Both London and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to London for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Rabat is a little warmer than London. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and London averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than London during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than London. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Rabat or London in the Autumn?
Both London and Rabat during the autumn 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 autumn months attract visitors to London because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Rabat is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and London fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than London. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 107 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than London. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Rabat or London in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and London. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to London this time of year.
It's quite cold in London in the winter. Rabat is much warmer than London in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than London during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 52 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than London. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Rabat or London in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as London. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Rabat is much warmer than London. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and London averages at about 9°C (48°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than London. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 147 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets more rain in April than London. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London 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 (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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