Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Seoul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Seoul or Rabat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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 Rabat can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Seoul or Rabat?
Seoul
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySeoul $109Rabat $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Seoul is $109, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $43. 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 Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeoul $55Rabat $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeoul $110Rabat $54
Compare Hotels in Seoul and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Seoul or Rabat? 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: Seoul Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seoul $16Rabat $2.10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.69
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Short Taxi Ride$5.16
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Metro Ride$0.99
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport 1-12 pax: $204
- Lotte World Ticket with Private Transfer: $181
- Private Transfer from Incheon Airport to Seoul up to 12 pax: $181
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport (1-12pax): $170
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Gimpo Airport (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $138
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport: $101
- Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport <-> Seoul (1-5 people): $100
- Private Transfer l Airport to/from Seoul: $100
- Private Airport Transfer : Incheon airport to/from Seoul(~7 pax): $99
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport (1-5 pax): $98
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Seoul or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Seoul 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 daySeoul $30Rabat $12
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.42
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Waffle$0.74
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Dippin' Dots$1.47
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Chicken Fried Rice$4.05
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Chicken Stick$1.47
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.40
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Lunch Buffet$4.42
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Donut$0.74
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Mushroom Burger$3.83
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.43
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Udon & Sushi$5.16
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Fresh Burger$3.54
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.32
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.69
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Fried Rice$4.05
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Vietnamese Dinner$7.00
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$7.00
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Donut$1.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Korean Cooking @ Seoul Cooking Club!: $0.11
- Gyeongbokgung Palace : Tour, dinner and coffee: $37
- Seoul Mangwon Market Social Night Food Tour: $44
- Namdaemun Market: the Largest Traditional Market Food Tour: $47
- Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour: $48
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $54
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $54
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $58
- Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner: $58
- Half Day Seoul Afternoon Food Tour and visit 3 landMarks of Seoul: $67
- Night Market Food Tour: $70
- Energizing Korean Cooking Class in a Local Home in Seoul: $71
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Seoul $27Rabat $2.83
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.90
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Movie Ticket$5.90
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Kimchi Museum$2.21
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- Full Day Tour Jeonju Hanok Village, Wansan Park and Gakwonsa: $72
- Private Tour Nami Island with Petite France 'and/or' The Garden of Morning Calm: $98
- ‘Itaewon Class’ Night Tour: $24
- 1 Day Private Full DMZ Tour in Seoul with Crystal Gondola: $220
- 2-Hour Makgeolli Tasting Experience in Seoul: $37
- 2-Hour Private Kayaking and Paddleboarding Experience in Hanriver: $30
- 2D 1N Phoenix Pyeongchang Reseot Stay + Trout Ice-Fishing Festival Tour: $144
- 3 Hour Walking Tour in Songpa Seoul: $48
- 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation: $33
- 63 Aqua Planet and 63 Building Seoul Observatory Tickets: $14
- ARMY must visit BTS tour in Seoul: $55
- Activity - Mt. Bukhan Hiking Guided Tour: $150
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeoul $12Rabat -
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $11
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $21
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - Story of Three Pigs: $43
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seoul and Rabat, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Seoul is in Asia and Rabat 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 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 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 Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seoul Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seoul or Rabat?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Seoul and Rabat, 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 Seoul or Rabat?
Seoul 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 Seoul or Rabat in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Seoul as well as Rabat. Many travelers come to Seoul for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
Seoul is a little warmer than Rabat in the summer. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Rabat fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. In the summer, Seoul often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Seoul gets 121 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.
Seoul receives a lot of rain in the summer. Seoul usually gets more rain in July than Rabat. Seoul gets 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySeoul 26°C (78°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Rabat in the Autumn?
Both Rabat and Seoul are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Seoul in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Seoul is cooler than Rabat. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seoul in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Rabat averages at about 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seoul. Seoul usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during autumn. Seoul gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Seoul usually receives more rain than Rabat. Seoul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSeoul 15°C (59°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Rabat in the Winter?
Both Rabat and Seoul during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Seoul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Seoul can be very cold during winter. In January, Seoul is generally much colder than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Seoul average around -3°C (27°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the winter, Seoul often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Seoul gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.
Seoul usually gets less rain in January than Rabat. Seoul gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySeoul -3°C (27°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Rabat in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Seoul and Rabat. The spring months attract visitors to Seoul because of the activities around the city. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Seoul is cooler than Rabat in the spring. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Rabat fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Seoul, it's very sunny this time of the year. Seoul usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during spring. Seoul gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Seoul usually receives more rain than Rabat. Seoul gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSeoul 13°C (55°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Seoul
| Seoul | Rabat | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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