Which place is cheaper, Zurich or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Zurich?
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 Zurich 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 Zurich?
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.
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Zurich $271
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Zurich is $271. 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 Zurich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Zurich $171
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Zurich $342
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Zurich
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Zurich? 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 Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Zurich $36
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 Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- ST. Moritz Luxury Private Transfer to Zurich Airport: $1,425
- SUV LUXURY TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT ZURIGO to MILANO MALPENSA: $1,094
- TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT MILANO MALPENSA TO ZURIGO: $1,094
- Switzerland: Private Transfer to Interlaken & Grindelwald: $994
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Scuol: $866
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Gstaad Saanen: $657
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport to Adelboden: $648
- TRANSFER VAN LUXURY DA AIRPORT ZURIGO A BASEL: $646
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Disentis: $643
- Privat Transfer Zurich Airport to Interlaken: $641
- Private Transfer Interlaken to Zurich Airport: $641
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport to Thun: $620
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Zurich?
Prices for flights to both Zurich 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 $12Zurich $62
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 Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Zurich $36
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 Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- (STTZ01) - Zurich Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour : $24
- 007-Elegance: Exclusive Private Tour Schilthorn from Zürich: $633
- 3 Hours Private Tour Around Zurich: $222
- 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg: $100
- Alpine Majesty: Private Tour to Mount Titlis from Zürich: $656
- Alpine Majesty:Zürich to Jungfraujoch Exclusive Private Tour: $808
- Beer Tasting Tour in Zurich: $128
- Best Intro Tour of Zurich with a Local: $155
- Best of Zürich & Surroundings: Walking Tour, Cable Car and Ferry: $89
- Best of Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English: $7.95
- Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride : $73
- Bike Private Tour with Pickup and Drop off From Zurich: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Zurich $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $33
- Informative wine tasting with Italian appetizers in the secure wine cellar: $155
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Zurich, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Zurich?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Zurich. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Zurich, 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 Zurich?
Zurich 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 Zurich in the Summer?
Both Zurich 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Zurich for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Zurich in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Zurich fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Zurich, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Zurich. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zurich receives 241 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Zurich. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Zurich 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Zurich in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Zurich. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Zurich in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Rabat is a little warmer than Zurich. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Zurich averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Zurich during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Zurich receives 120 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Zurich. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Zurich 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Zurich in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Zurich. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Zurich for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Zurich can be very cold during winter. In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Zurich. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Zurich fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Zurich. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zurich receives 55 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Zurich. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Zurich 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Zurich in the Spring?
Both Zurich 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, the spring months attract visitors to Zurich because of the natural beauty.
Rabat is a little warmer than Zurich in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Zurich fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Zurich during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Zurich receives 150 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Zurich. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Zurich 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Zurich and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
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