Which place is cheaper, La Fortuna or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or La Fortuna?
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 Alexandria and La Fortuna can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or La Fortuna?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
La Fortuna
La Fortuna is in San Carlos, in the province of Alajuela. It is the closest town to Arenal Volcano, and the area is often simply refered to as Arenal. The volcano itself is active and has been constantly erupting since 1968. It erupts on average 41 times a day. This area of northern Costa Rica is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Eco Tours in Costa Rica.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $29La Fortuna $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $29, while the average daily cost in La Fortuna is $123. 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 Alexandria and La Fortuna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $11La Fortuna $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $22La Fortuna $102
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and La Fortuna
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or La Fortuna? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and La Fortuna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.92La Fortuna $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
- Alexandria Airport Transfer (HBE) Borg El Arab: $14
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $24
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Borg El Arab Airport: $24
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $25
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $29
- Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport to Alexandria Hotels: $40
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port : $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Fortuna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Fortuna:
- Arenal La Fortuna to Liberia Airport (LIR) - Departure Transfer : $210
- From San Jose: One way shared transfer to La Fortuna: $74
- Guided Tour to Arenal Mistico Hanging Bridges with Transfer: $79
- La Fortuna Arenal Volcano Hotels to SJO Airport Private Transfer: $185
- One-Way Transfer from La Fortuna to Monteverde through Arenal Lake: $57
- Private Transfer From La Fortuna To Monteverde From 1 to 6 passengers: $271
- Private Transfer From Liberia Airport To La Fortuna: $40
- Private Transfer From Liberia Airport to Arenal La Fortuna: $42
- Private Transfer Service From Liberia Airport To Arenal - La Fortuna: $285
- Private Transfer from La Fortuna to Juan Santa Maria Airport: $110
- Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Arenal San Carlos: $41
- Private Transfer: La Fortuna Costa Rica: $235
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or La Fortuna?
Prices for flights to both La Fortuna and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $15La Fortuna $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Fortuna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in La Fortuna.
- Sloth Tour in La Fortuna and Tortillas Cooking Class: $35
- 2 Hours Private Cooking Class in La Fortuna: $45
- Typical Costa Rican Cooking Classes in La Fortuna: $48
- Costa Rican cuisine Cooking Class at Rancho Don Lelo: $54
- Costa Rica The Chela Cooking Experience : $55
- Costa Rican Cooking Class: $57
- Cooking Class "Cook Like a Local" La Fortuna: $63
- Private typical cooking class with a Costa Rican family: $70
- Rainforest Night Walk and Authentic Costa Rican Dinner from La Fortuna: $71
- Cooking and Salsa Dance Lesson Combo : $74
- Ceviche & Empanadas Cooking Class: $77
- Cooking with a Costa Rican family: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.47La Fortuna $44
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alexandria day tour.The catacomb, pompy's pillar,the citedal: $5.00
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Grand Egyptian museum, GEM Tour with a Licensed Private Guide: $20
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city : $20
- Private Day Tour National Museum & Roman Theater & Catacomb In Alexandria: $27
- Alexandria Group Tour from Cairo : $30
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $30
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Exclusive Tour Alexandria, It's newly opened Greek & Roman Museum: $35
- Alexandria Half day Tour: $35
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in La Fortuna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for La Fortuna are as follows:
- La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket: $20
- Petting Zoo Interactive Farm Experience: $20
- Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket: $20
- Arenal Park Self-Guided Experience: $24
- Café Experience in Bijagua : $25
- Guaranteed Sloth Watching Tour: $30
- Guaranteed Red eyed Tree Frog & Amphibians Tour: $30
- Sloth and Monkey Wild Life Tour : $30
- Tarzan Swing Adventure: $32
- Rainforest Chocolate Tour: $32
- Night tour through the Tropical Forest at Tifakara : $34
- Local Chocolate Tour Experience: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.48La Fortuna $11
Sample the Local Flavors in La Fortuna
Also in La Fortuna, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Experience : $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and La Fortuna, we can see that La Fortuna is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and La Fortuna is in Central America, 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 Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 La Fortuna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Fortuna than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is La Fortuna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or La Fortuna?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 1270 times larger than the population of La Fortuna. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and La Fortuna, 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 Alexandria or La Fortuna?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Alexandria or La Fortuna in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and La Fortuna. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. La Fortuna attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
La Fortuna receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than La Fortuna. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while La Fortuna receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as La Fortuna. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and La Fortuna fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)La Fortuna 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or La Fortuna in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as La Fortuna. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to La Fortuna throughout the year.
Also, December to April in La Fortuna is the dry season. Keep in mind that May to November is the hurricane season in La Fortuna. It's quite rainy in La Fortuna. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than La Fortuna. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while La Fortuna receives 254 mm (10 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is cooler than La Fortuna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and La Fortuna fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)La Fortuna 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or La Fortuna in the Winter?
Both La Fortuna and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to La Fortuna because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than La Fortuna. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while La Fortuna receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Alexandria is much colder than La Fortuna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and La Fortuna averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)La Fortuna 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or La Fortuna in the Spring?
Both La Fortuna and Alexandria during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to La Fortuna year-round.
December to April is the dry season in La Fortuna. Also, May to November in La Fortuna is the hurricane season. Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than La Fortuna. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while La Fortuna receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Alexandria is generally much colder than La Fortuna. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and La Fortuna fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)La Fortuna 29°C (85°F)
Typical Weather for La Fortuna and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 254 mm (10 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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