Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Shanghai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Shanghai or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Shanghai and Casablanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Shanghai or Casablanca?
Shanghai
Shanghai is the largest and most modern city in China. With a population of over 23 million, it is the economic and financial hub of the country. It also continues to be one of the fastest growing cities in China with regular changes to the city's layout and skyline. It is not uncommon for buildings to be torn down, rebuilt and then torn down and rebuilt again. The city also has skyscrapers that rank among the tallest in the world. It has an ever changing downtown and street scape. In Shanghai, the general mantra remains "out with the old, in with the new".
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShanghai $140Casablanca $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Shanghai is $140, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $93. 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 Shanghai and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShanghai $87Casablanca $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShanghai $174Casablanca $92
Compare Hotels in Shanghai and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Shanghai or Casablanca? 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: Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shanghai $4.14Casablanca $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Shanghai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Shanghai:
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Taxi Ride$3.84
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Two Subway Tickets$0.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shanghai
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Shanghai:
- Private Transfers to/from Shanghai Pudong Airport(PVG): $16
- Yiwu Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Area: $18
- Yiwu Railway Station Private Departure Transfer from City Area: $18
- Private Transfer to/from Shanghai Disneyland Park: $18
- Private Transfer to Shanghai Railway Station from City Hotels or Outskirts: $22
- Shanghai City to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Private Transfer to ERA Acrobats Show at Shanghai Circus World: $22
- Shanghai Pudong and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Hotels Transfer: $24
- Shanghai Airport One Way Arrival and Departure Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer to Huangpu River Cruise Terminal: $24
- Private Transfer between Shanghai Pudong New Int’l Expo Centre and City Area: $25
- Private Transfer from Shanghai Maglev Train Station to City Area: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.59
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Taxi Ride$8.67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Airport Transfer Marrakech: $14
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) Private Transfer to Casablanca City: $18
- Private Transfer with Driver to the Airport: $20
- Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport: $20
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer: $20
- Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $21
- Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $21
- Casablanca Airport Transfer to your hotel accommodation: $21
- Casablanca Airport Private Transfer (CMN): $22
- Private airport transfer to Casablanca.: $23
- City Tour with Round-Trip Cruise Port Transfers: $23
- Hidden Gems with Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Shanghai or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Shanghai 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 dayShanghai $40Casablanca $36
Typical Food Prices in Shanghai
Some typical examples of dining costs in Shanghai are as follows:
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Dumpling Breakfast$1.48
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Desserts in Jinmao Building Observatory$22
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Ajisen Lunch for Two$7.69
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Cantelope$1.77
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Dumplings and Soup$2.22
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Duck Dinner$4.43
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Pastries$3.10
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Barbeque Dinner$9.46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shanghai
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Shanghai.
- Authentic Local Food Tour In Downtown Shanghai-Tip Based: $3.49
- Online Cooking Class Fried Rice by Sunflower Li: $20
- Online Cooking Class General Tso's Chicken by Sunflower Li: $20
- Shanghai Huangpu River Night Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $28
- Authentic Shanghai Food Tour with Chi Gua Va: $35
- Huangpu River Evening Cruise Ticket with Dinner: $68
- Authentic Local Food Tour Near the Bund: $71
- Shanghai Food Tour and Alleyways to Skyline with 8 Local Eats: $71
- Shanghai Breakfast Omakase A Home Cook Food Tour: $71
- Small Group: Shanghai After Dark Food Tour with 9 tastings: $74
- Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai: $79
- Market to Table Chinese Cooking Experience: $79
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.25
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Lunch$9.76
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Experience Private Moroccan Cooking Class: $47
- Casablanca Night Tour with Andalusian Dinner Show: $53
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca: $54
- Food Tour with Tastings in Quartier Habous: $55
- Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $58
- Maghrib Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Casablanca : Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class with Locals: $60
- Casablanca Tour with free Traditional Moroccan Lunch or Dinner: $62
- Casablanca Family Dinner Experience: $65
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $69
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $69
- Private CousCous Cooking Class in a Traditional Family Home: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shanghai $9.02Casablanca $9.68
Typical Entertainment Prices in Shanghai
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Shanghai are as follows:
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30 Minute River Cruise for Two$30
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Zoo for Two$15
Tours and Activities in Shanghai
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Shanghai are as follows:
- Shanghai Highlights Walking Tour-Tip Based: $3.49
- Shanghai Evolution Free Walking Tour: $4.00
- French Concession Multicultural Walking Tour: $4.00
- Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated: $5.00
- French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st & Best Rated: $5.00
- Shanghai Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h and 22 audio reviews: $6.88
- The History of the French Concession: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Yuyuan Garden Entrance Ticket: $10
- Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More: $10
- Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking: $11
- Shanghai Yu Garden Ticket Booking: $12
- Shanghai Double Decker Sightseeing Bus: $13
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $16
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $19
- Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour: $21
- City Highlights Tour: $23
- Private Guided Tour: $23
- Casablanca Hassan II Mosque and City Highlights Tour: $23
- Casablanca City Tour: Hassan II Mosque, Arab League Park & Sights: $23
- Hassan II Mosque Tour w/ City Highlights Option: $30
- Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque – 4 Options: $30
- Skip-the-Line Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $30
- Casablanca Half-day Guided Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShanghai $7.87Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Shanghai
Also in Shanghai, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Shanghai Pub Crawl (Guided Bar Hopping) with Shots Included: $26
- Shanghai Bar Crawl Craft Beers and TCM Cocktails: $71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shanghai and Casablanca, we can see that Shanghai is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Shanghai is in Asia and Casablanca 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Shanghai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shanghai than you might in Casablanca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shanghai Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Shanghai or Casablanca?
Shanghai has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Casablanca. When comparing the sizes of Shanghai and Casablanca, 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 Shanghai or Casablanca?
Shanghai has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Casablanca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Shanghai or Casablanca in the Summer?
Both Casablanca and Shanghai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Shanghai in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Shanghai is a little warmer than Casablanca in the summer. The daily temperature in Shanghai averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Casablanca. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shanghai. Shanghai usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during summer. Shanghai gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Shanghai. In July, Shanghai usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyShanghai 28°C (83°F)Casablanca 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Shanghai or Casablanca in the Autumn?
Both Casablanca and Shanghai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Shanghai for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.
In the autumn, Shanghai is around the same temperature as Casablanca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Shanghai in October average around 19°C (65°F), and Casablanca averages at about 20°C (67°F).
In Casablanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Shanghai often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 233 hours of full sun.
Shanghai usually gets more rain in October than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberShanghai 19°C (65°F)Casablanca 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Shanghai or Casablanca in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Shanghai and Casablanca. The winter months attract visitors to Shanghai because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Shanghai can be very cold. In January, Shanghai is generally much colder than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Shanghai average around 4°C (39°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Shanghai usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during winter. Shanghai gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Shanghai usually receives less rain than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryShanghai 4°C (39°F)Casablanca 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Shanghai or Casablanca in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Shanghai as well as Casablanca. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Shanghai this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.
Shanghai is around the same temperature as Casablanca in the spring. The daily temperature in Shanghai averages around 15°C (58°F) in April, and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Casablanca. In the spring, Shanghai often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 262 hours of full sun.
Shanghai receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shanghai usually gets more rain in April than Casablanca. Shanghai gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilShanghai 15°C (58°F)Casablanca 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Casablanca and Shanghai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 113 mm (4.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 72 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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