Which place is cheaper, Accra or Seoul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Seoul and Accra can help you decide which place is right for you.
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Seoul is $109, while the average daily cost in Accra is $37. 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 Seoul and Accra in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seoul and Accra, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Seoul is in Asia and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seoul Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Seoul and Accra, 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.
Seoul has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Accra and Seoul are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Seoul this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Seoul is around the same temperature as Accra in the summer. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Seoul. In July, Seoul usually receives more rain than Accra. Seoul gets 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Accra and Seoul during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
In the autumn, Seoul is much colder than Accra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seoul in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Accra averages at about 26°C (79°F).
Seoul usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Accra. Seoul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Seoul and Accra. Many visitors come to Seoul in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Seoul can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Seoul is generally much colder than Accra. Daily temperatures in Seoul average around -3°C (27°F), and Accra fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In January, Seoul usually receives more rain than Accra. Seoul gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Seoul as well as Accra. Most visitors come to Seoul for the activities around the city during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
Seoul is much colder than Accra in the spring. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Accra. Seoul usually gets less rain in April than Accra. Seoul gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Seoul | Accra | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
May | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Dec | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |