A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Alexandria vs. Prague for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Alexandria or Prague?

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 Prague can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Alexandria or Prague?

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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.

Prague

Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Prague or Alexandria?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $29, while the average daily cost in Prague is $147. 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 Prague in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Alexandria $11
    Prague $77
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Alexandria $22
    Prague $154
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Prague

Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Prague? 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.

Hotels in Alexandria


Hotels in Prague


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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 Prague Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Alexandria $3.92
    Prague $9.25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:


  • 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
  • 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 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 Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $43
  • transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
  • Pickup Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Alexandria Hotel: $50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:

  • VIP Private Transfer from Prague Airport to Hotel in Prague: $72
  • 1.5h Small Group Segway Tour & Free Taxi Transfer ️with PragueWay: $73
  • Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $59
  • Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $64
  • Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Car: $74
  • Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $64
  • Budapest: Private transfer to Prague or Prague to Budapest: $429
  • Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $64
  • From Prague to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $259
  • One-way Private Transfer From/To Prague Airport: $73
  • Prague Airport (PRG) to Karlovy Vary - Arrival Private Transfer : $168
  • Prague Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $42

Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Prague?

Prices for flights to both Prague 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Alexandria $15
    Prague $51

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

Typical Food Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:


  • Fruit
    $4.84
  • Lunch for One
    $15
  • Bananas
    $0.68
  • Cookies
    $0.38

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.

  • Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $17
  • Hard Rock Cafe Prague with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
  • Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $64
  • Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $70
  • Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $73
  • Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $77
  • Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $83
  • Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $85
  • Prague Night Tour and River Vltava Dinner Cruise: $85
  • Alternative bar tour with dinner in the art district: $89
  • Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen: $95
  • Prague to Detenice Medieval Castle, Brewery and Dinner Experience: $119

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Alexandria $5.47
    Prague $18

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
  • Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city : $20
  • Private Day Tour National Museum & Roman Theater & Catacomb In Alexandria: $27
  • Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $30
  • Alexandria Group Tour from Cairo : $30
  • Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
  • Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride : $35
  • Guided City Walking Tour: $35
  • Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
  • Alexandria Half day Tour: $35
  • Exclusive Tour Alexandria, It's newly opened Greek & Roman Museum: $35

Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:


  • Opera Tickets
    $4.84
  • Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower
    $6.77
  • Image Theatre for Two
    $46

Tours and Activities in Prague

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:

  • Grand City Tour of Prague on Retro Styled E-Bike : $3.59
  • Prague Trike & e-Scooter Tour: Castle Viewpoints & Charles Bridge: $3.59
  • Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague : $3.59
  • Electric Trike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.59
  • E-Bike, E-Scooter Viewpoint Fun Tour: $3.59
  • Prague Sightseeing Express Tour in Classic Car : $3.59
  • Retro Style E-Bike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.59
  • Self Guided Tours Prague With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.59
  • Classic Prague Castle Tour, Strahov Monastery & Castle District: $3.61
  • Prague Castle Walking Tour (Tip-based tour): $3.61
  • Prague’s TOP Sights - Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge (Tip-based tour): $3.61
  • Iconic Prague Tour Old Town, Jewish Quarter and Charles Bridge : $3.61

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Alexandria $1.48
    Prague $13

Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:


  • A Bottle of Wine
    $7.69

Sample the Local Flavors in Prague

Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $63
  • Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $63
  • Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $66
  • PUB CRAWL IN PRAGUE | Admission Ticket: $66
  • Brewery tour in the center of Prague: $69
  • Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $75
  • Wine Tasting and History Prague : $96
  • Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour : $114
  • 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $132
  • COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $143
  • Live-Guided 3 Hours Brewery Segway Tour + Monastic Beer: $162
  • Bohemian Switzerland From Prague with Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $179


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Prague, we can see that Prague 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 Prague is in Europe, 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 Prague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Prague 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 Prague Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Prague?

Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Prague. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Prague, 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 Prague?

Prague has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Alexandria or Prague in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Prague. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Prague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Alexandria is generally a little warmer than Prague. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Prague fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Prague. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Prague receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Alexandria 26°C (79°F) 
    Prague 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Prague in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Prague. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Prague because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Alexandria is much warmer than Prague in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Prague fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Prague. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Alexandria 22°C (72°F) 
    Prague 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Prague in the Winter?

Both Prague and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Prague this time of year.

It's quite cold in Prague in the winter. In the winter, Alexandria is much warmer than Prague. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Prague averages at about 1°C (33°F).

In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than Prague. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Alexandria 13°C (55°F) 
    Prague 1°C (33°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Prague in the Spring?

Both Prague 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. Also, many travelers come to Prague for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In April, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Prague. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Prague fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Prague. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Prague receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Alexandria 19°C (66°F) 
    Prague 10°C (49°F)

Typical Weather for Prague and Alexandria

Alexandria Prague
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in) 1°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 2°C (35°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 6°C (42°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 10°C (49°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (57°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 70 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (60°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 14°C (57°F) 50 mm (2 in) 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)