Which place is cheaper, New York City or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or New York City?
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 New York City 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 New York City?
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.
New York City
The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, and The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43New York City $326
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in New York City is $326. 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 New York City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27New York City $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Rabat and New York City
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or New York City? 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 New York City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10New York City $49
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 New York City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:
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Subway$4.50
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Taxi Ride$8.00
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Subway$2.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City
Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private New York Downtown Transfer for 10 hours Up to 12pax: $1,000
- Private Transfer: between Manhattan and Philadelphia: $528
- La Guardia Airport Private Limousine Transfer: $489
- NYC Instagram Tour with a Photographer, Tickets & Transfers: $427
- Skip-the-line Tickets to Bronx Zoo with Private Transfers: $410
- JFK Airport To Manhattan Luxury SUV Transfer: $370
- JFK Departure - Private Van Transfers to JFK Airport: $300
- Empire State Building NYC Tour, Pre-booked Tickets, Transfer: $300
- Private New York City Airport Departure Transfer : $299
- Skip the line One World Observatory Private Tour with Transfers : $296
- Skip-the-line One World Observatory Tour with Transfers: $296
- Central Park Zoo Skip the line Tickets and Private Transfers : $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or New York City?
Prices for flights to both New York City 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 $12New York City $50
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 New York City
For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Gelato$7.50
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Snacks for Two at Yankees Game$34
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Coffee$6.53
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Smoothie$6.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City
For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- New York, Queens Culinary Stroll : Food Tour on Foot: $26
- Lower East Side and Essex Market Multicultural Food Tour: $39
- Half-Day Private Pizza Crawl in Manhattan: $40
- Ultimate Greenwich Village NYC Food Tour: $63
- NYC: Greenwich Village Guided Food Tour: $63
- Pizza Walking Tour of Downtown Brooklyn: $65
- Greenwich Village NYC Pizza Walking Tour: $65
- West Village Pizza Walk: $65
- East Village Pizza Walk: $65
- Downtown Brooklyn Pizza Walking Tour: $65
- East Village NYC Pizza Walking Tour: $65
- Gastro Pub Pre/Post Theater Dinner in Times Square: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83New York City $180
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 New York City
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Comedy Show Tickets$56
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City Map$8.00
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Broadway Musical$111
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Broadway Show Program$10
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Magazine$6.99
Tours and Activities in New York City
For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53: $42
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Amish FarmNHouse Tour from NY: $137
- Classic 1-Hour Central Park Pedicab Tour : $69
- Grand Central Terminal Walking Tour: $35
- New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village: $36
- Official Central Park Pedicab Tours: $50
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket : $110
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket with VIP Experience and Lunch: $299
- 1 Day Tour to Philadelphia and Hershey's Chocolate World: $195
- 1 HR - NYC Private Classic Car Experience - Downtown: $249
- 1 HR - NYC Private Classic Car Experience - Midtown: $75
- 1 Hour Private Guided Pedicab Tour in New York City: $45
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -New York City $29
Sample the Local Flavors in New York City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:
- NYC West Village Pub Crawl: $22
- Pub Crawl and Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $29
- New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $34
- NYC: Brooklyn Nightlife Pub Crawl: $34
- New York Rooftop Pub Crawl: $39
- NYC: Tour Manhattan's Only Whiskey Distillery with Tastings: $42
- Lower East Side & Alphabet City divebar crawl w the Bar Buds: $48
- Little Italy Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
- Lower East Side Prohibition Pub Crawl: $74
- New York Wine Tasting Experience : $98
- Guided Brooklyn Craft Brewery Tour: $99
- Hudson Valley Craft Brewery Bike Tour: $145
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and New York City, we can see that New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New York City 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 New York City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or New York City?
New York City has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and New York City, 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 New York City?
New York City 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 New York City in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and New York City. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, many travelers come to New York City for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Rabat is generally around the same temperature as New York City. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and New York City fluctuates around 77°F (25°C).
New York City receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than New York City. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)New York City 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Rabat or New York City in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as New York City. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to New York City in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Rabat is a little warmer than New York City in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and New York City fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than New York City. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)New York City 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Rabat or New York City in the Winter?
Both New York City 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, most visitors come to New York City for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
New York City can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Rabat is much warmer than New York City. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and New York City averages at about 31°F (-1°C).
In January, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as New York City. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)New York City 31°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Rabat or New York City in the Spring?
Both New York City 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, the spring months attract visitors to New York City because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Rabat is generally a little warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and New York City fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than New York City. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)New York City 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for New York City and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 inches (88 mm) |
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