Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Sao Paulo?
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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo?
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.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Sao Paulo $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $53. 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 Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Sao Paulo $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Sao Paulo $60
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Sao Paulo? 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 Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Sao Paulo $5.96
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer | Viracopos Airport (VCP) x São Paulo City : $300
- Private Transfer from Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Santos Port: $235
- Private São Paulo Airport - Hotels Transfer In or Out : $200
- Private Transfer from Gru Airport to Port or City of Santos (1 to 15 people): $199
- Departure private transfer from São Paulo city to Guarulhos Airport by minibus: $197
- Private Transfer from VCP Airport or Campinas to GRU Airport (1 a 15 pessoas): $195
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $181
- Downtown to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $181
- Sao Paulo Airport to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
- Private Transfer from Campinas Airport to Sao Paulo (GRU) Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Campinas-Viracopos (VCP) Airport to Sao Paulo Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City to Campinas Airport (VCP): $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo 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 $12Sao Paulo $15
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Sao Paulo $4.08
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 Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- 2 Hours Private São Paulo Museum of Modern Art Tour: $240
- 3 Beaches Hiking Santo Amaro Island - Paradise Route Tour from São Paulo: $125
- 3H CITY TOUR (pick up / delivery within Sao Paulo city limits): $151
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Sao Paulo: $300
- 4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions : $134
- 4WD One Day Tour visiting Water Fall and the Big Stone from Sao Paulo: $260
- 5 Hour City Tour in São Paulo: $91
- 5-hour Pelé Private Tour: The King of Football : $162
- 5-hour Private Street Art Tour Of São Paulo – The Coolest Urban Art Scenes: $174
- 5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup: $162
- 5-hour private tour in São Paulo (departures from hotels and airport): $155
- 5h City Tour (pick up & delivery within SaoPaulo city): $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Sao Paulo $3.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Sao Paulo, we can see that Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo is in South 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 Sao Paulo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Sao Paulo, 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 Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo in the Summer?
Both Sao Paulo and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In the summer, Rabat is around the same temperature as Sao Paulo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sao Paulo. In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin January. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryRabat 23°C (73°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
Both Sao Paulo 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.
In October, Rabat is generally cooler than Sao Pauloin April. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Sao Pauloin April. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilRabat 20°C (67°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Sao Paulo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Rabat is cooler than Sao Paulo in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in July.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin July. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyRabat 13°C (56°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Sao Paulo. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Rabat is cooler than Sao Paulo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 21°C (70°F)in October.
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Sao Pauloin October. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberRabat 16°C (60°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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