Which place is cheaper, Faro or Dahab?
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 Dahab or Faro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Dahab and Faro can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Dahab or Faro?
Dahab
Dahab is a small town on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It is located about 85 kilometers north of Sharm el-Sheikh and sits on the Gulf of Aqaba. It's a popular destination with divers and backpackers alike, and offers some of the best snorkeling and diving that you'll find in the Red Sea. It's a great alternative to the resort driven Sharm el-Sheikh, and is popular with independent travelers who are looking for affordable accommodation. There are some upmarket options however, predominantly in the Laguna area, but budget facilities are not hard to find.
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Dahab Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $26Faro $187
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $26, while the average daily cost in Faro is $187. 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 Dahab and Faro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $9.31Faro $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $19Faro $176
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Faro
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Faro? 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: Dahab Hotel Prices and Faro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $3.10Faro $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
- Saint paul and saint anthony monastery private transfer: $69
- Private Transfer To/From Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer Between Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $60
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $42
- Private Transfer Dahab Hotel to Sharm ElSheikh Airport : $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Faro APT-HTL (FAO): $36
- Transfers taxi tours golf wedding: $61
- Transfer Tavira Faro Airport: $54
- Transfer Faro Airport - Olhão: $48
- Shared Departure Transfer: Algarve Hotels to Faro Airport: $15
- Private transfers between Faro and Sagres: $167
- Private transfers between Faro and Quarteira/Vilamoura: $48
- Private transfers between Faro and Lagos/Praia da Luz: $131
- Private transfers between Faro and Júpiter Hotel Albufeira: $54
- Private transfers between Faro and Isla Canela/Cristina/Islantill: $131
- Private transfers between Faro and Huelva: $191
- Private transfers between Faro and Hotel São Rafael Atlântico: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Faro?
Prices for flights to both Faro and Dahab 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 dayDahab $13Faro $73
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$2.00
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Juice$0.11
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Breakfast for Two$0.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $36
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $39
- Dahab Desert Safari and Bedouin Dinner: $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Faro food tour (with drinks) & city highlights - 10 tastings: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $6.56Faro $11
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Camel Trek Desert and Beach Experience Private Tour in Dahab: $140
- 2 Day Hiking Canyoning Tour Colored and Wishwashi in Sinai: $72
- 4x4 Jeep Adventure from Dahab: $43
- Adventure Quad Biking Tour in Dahab: $50
- Astronomy and Bedouin Culture group Tour in sharm with Pickup: $140
- Blue Hole Snorkeling Adventure in Dahab: $195
- Cairo pyramids tour from Hurghada Small group HurghadaToGo: $60
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $49
- Dahab Windsurfing Adventure in Red Sea Waves: $60
- Dahab's Kept Secrets 5 Adventures in 1 Tour: $25
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- Quad Biking Adventure Tour in Albufeira: $54
- 2 Hours Boat Tour Fishermen's Route in Ria Formosa: $30
- 2 Hours Boat Tour in Ria Formosa: $30
- 2 Hours Kayak Island Tour in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa: $66
- 3-hour tour by Buggy or Quad in the Algarve: $105
- 5 Hour Boat Tour in Ria Formosa: $48
- 6 hour boat tour navegating through the Islands of Ria Formosa National Park : $60
- A Timeless Private Walking Tour Experience in Tavira: $221
- Algarve Day Tour Benagil Cave Seven Hanging Valleys: $74
- Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour: $66
- Algarve Uncovered: Coast, Culture, and Villages Tour: $9.55
- Amoreira River Kayak Tour: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.89Faro $3.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $23
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $30
- City Segway Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $106
- WINE TASTING & TAPAS IN THE HEART OF FARO: $115
- Portuguese Wine Tasting& Tapas in the heart of Faro: $117
- Jeep Tour - Tavira, Santa Luzia & Wine Tasting: $143
- Algarve Portugal Wine Tasting Activity with Pick Up: $191
- Algarve Private Wine Tour with Private Transportation: $227
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Faro, we can see that Faro is more expensive. And not only is Dahab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dahab is in Africa and Faro 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 Dahab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dahab 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro than you might in Dahab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dahab Expensive? and Is Faro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Faro?
Faro has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Faro, 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.