Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Soweto?
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 Soweto 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 Soweto 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: Soweto or Casablanca?
Soweto
The name Soweto is an acronym for South Western Townships, first used in 1963 to describe the groups of townships to the south west of Johannesburg. It is a city of contrasts, featuring anything from tin shanties to luxurious mansions, and is probably best known for being the home of two Nobel Prize winners.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cape Town, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cape Town, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Soweto Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySoweto $80Casablanca $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Soweto is $80, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $95. 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 Soweto and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSoweto $33Casablanca $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSoweto $66Casablanca $94
Compare Hotels in Soweto and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Soweto 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.Soweto $12Casablanca $12
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)$7.76
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Taxi Ride$8.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city & hotels: $30
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Casablanca APT-HTL (CMN): $42
- Transfers: $49
- Transfer from Casablanca to your Riad or Hotel and Airport in Marrakech: $238
- Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $163
- Transfer from Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $165
- Transfer from Casablanca Airport : $155
- Transfer from CASABLANCA airport to Marrakesh: $155
- Transfer between Casablanca and Fez: $328
- Transfer Private From Casablanca To Tangier: $273
- Transfer Marrakech - Casablanca or return: $155
- Transfer From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $263
Is it cheaper to fly into Soweto or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Soweto 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 daySoweto $37Casablanca $37
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.33
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Lunch$9.98
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca : $55
- Casablanca Night Tour with Andalusian Dinner Show: $59
- Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $60
- Dinner and DJ Night on The James Rooftop An Elevated Casablanca : $65
- Casablanca After Sunset Traditional Photoshoot and Dinner Show: $69
- Private CousCous Cooking Class in a Traditional Family Home: $70
- Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $80
- Moroccan Royal Dinner and Cultural Storytelling with Transfer: $83
- Small Group Casablanca Food Tour with a Local: $95
- Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Soweto $17Casablanca $9.90
Tours and Activities in Soweto
For Soweto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sip & Paint Walking Tour: $42
- Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto: $47
- Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour: $61
- Johannesburg: Soweto Tour with Lunch: $72
- Johannesburg: Soweto Night Tour: $99
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Casablanca Guided tour : $119
- 14 Days Authentic Morocco Tour: $269
- 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
- Amazing Private Guided Tour of Fez with lunch from Casablanca: $177
- Amazing visit Hassan 2 Mosque included entrance ticket +transport: $47
- An Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $48
- Casablanca & Rabat Full Day Cultural Private Tour: $274
- Casablanca 4 Hours Private Tour with Port Pick up: $143
- Casablanca Airport Layover Private Cultural Tour: $237
- Casablanca Airport Layover Tour with Return to Airport or Hotel : $79
- Casablanca Airport Layover Tour with Return to Airport or Hotel Dropoff: $80
- Casablanca City Tour: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySoweto $8.53Casablanca -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Soweto and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Soweto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Soweto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Soweto 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca than you might in Soweto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Soweto Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Soweto or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 86% larger than the population of Soweto. When comparing the sizes of Soweto 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.