Which place is cheaper, Seattle or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Seattle?
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 Seattle 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 Seattle?
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.
Seattle
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Seattle $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Seattle is $205. 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 Seattle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Seattle $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Seattle $240
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Seattle
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Seattle? 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 Seattle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Seattle $30
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seattle
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
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Lightrail from Airport (for 2)$5.50
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Roundtrip Ferry to Bainbridge Island (for 2)$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seattle
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
- Smith Cove Terminal: Private Transfer to Seattle hotels: $310
- Seattle Tacoma Airport(SEA): Transfer to Smith Cove Terminal: $310
- Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA): Private Transfer to Seattle: $267
- Seattle, WA: Seaplane transfer to Vancouver, BC: $265
- Private Transfer Seattle Airport SEA to Seattle center or port by Minibus or SUV: $195
- From Seattle Hotels - Hotel Transfer to Airport: $175
- From Seattle Airport - Transfer to Hotel & Homes: $175
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Seattle Airport (SEA) -Seattle Downtown: $171
- Seattle Tacoma Airport to Summit at Snoqualmie Arrival Transfer: $153
- Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) to Smith Cove Terminal - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $149
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- From Snoqualmie Falls and Wineries Tour w/ Transfer: $145
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Seattle?
Prices for flights to both Seattle 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 $12Seattle $51
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 Seattle
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
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Expresso & cookie at Pier 70$7.00
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Cashews at Pike Place Market$6.00
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6 Mini Donuts at Pike Place Market$3.25
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Chinese Lunch in International District (for 2)$21
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Breakfast at Lowel's in Pike Place Market (for 2)$32
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Breakfast at French Cafe (for 2)$37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seattle
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
- Secret Food Tours Seattle: $65
- Seattle Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours: $67
- Eat Around the World Seattle Food Tour: $69
- International District Food Tour: $69
- Street Food Tour of South Lake Union: $75
- Secret Food Tours: Seattle Pike Place Market: $85
- Pike Place Market Food Tour: $99
- Small Group Cooking Class: $138
- Private Seattle Cooking Class with a Chef in Her Home: $198
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Seattle $16
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 Seattle
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
- 3 Hour Seattle City Tour: $90
- 2 Hour Seattle City Snapshots Tour: $85
- 2 Hour Sound Tour: $98
- 2-Hour Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour: $45
- 3 Hours Electric Bike Tour of Seattle's Waterways, Nature and Neighborhoods: $87
- 5-hour Seattle and Suburbs Attractions Tour: $185
- Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour: $29
- Best of Seattle Small Group Walking Tour W/ Space Needle: $244
- Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle: $125
- Chef Guided Happy Hour Tour - Cocktails, Bubbles and Bites: $140
- CitySightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras: $43
- Customized Mount Rainier Tour from Seattle: $195
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Seattle $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Seattle
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $38
- Where the Hops Grow! Yakima Brewery Tour : $40
- Woodinville Wine Country: Downtown Wine Tasting Pass: $65
- Woodinville Wine Country: Artisan Hill Wine Tasting Pass: $65
- Brewery and Restaurant Tour of Historic Seattle Neighborhood: $109
- Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour : $120
- From Snoqualmie Falls & Woodinville Wine Tasting: $262
- Snoqualmie Falls + Wine Tasting: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour: $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Seattle, we can see that Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seattle 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 Seattle Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Seattle?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Seattle. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Seattle, 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 Seattle?
Seattle 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 Seattle in the Summer?
Both Seattle 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. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Seattle because of the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Rabat is a little warmer than Seattle. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Seattle averages at about 67°F (19°C).
In Seattle, 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 Seattle. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 313 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Seattle. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Seattle 67°F (19°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Seattle in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Seattle. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Seattle this time of year.
In October, Rabat is generally much warmer than Seattle. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Seattle fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Seattle during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 143 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Seattle. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Seattle 54°F (12°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Seattle in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Seattle. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Seattle for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Rabat is much warmer than Seattle in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Seattle fluctuates around 42°F (5°C).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Seattle. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 67 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Seattle. Rabat usually gets less rain in January than Seattle. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Seattle 42°F (5°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Seattle in the Spring?
Both Seattle 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 visitors come to Seattle in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Rabat is much warmer than Seattle. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Seattle averages at about 51°F (11°C).
It's quite sunny in Seattle. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Seattle during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as Seattle. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 2.5 inches (64 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Seattle 51°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for Seattle and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 inches (136 mm) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4 inches (102 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 inches (64 mm) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 inches (144 mm) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 6 inches (152 mm) |
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