Which place is cheaper, New York City or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or New York City?
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 Dar es Salaam and New York City can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or New York City?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
New York City
The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesNew York City Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493New York City $363
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in New York City is $363. 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 Dar es Salaam and New York City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452New York City $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and New York City
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or New York City? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and New York City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14New York City $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in New York City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:
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Subway$4.50
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Taxi Ride$8.00
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Subway$2.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City
Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Empire State Building NYC Tour, Pre-booked Tickets, Transfer: $300
- New York J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Baltimore City - Arrival Private Transfer: $300
- Skip the line One World Observatory Private Tour with Transfers : $296
- Central Park Zoo Skip-the-line Tickets & Private Transfers: $291
- Private Transfer from New York Airport (JFK) to New York Hotels : $287
- Private Transfer from or to New York to EWR Airport or vice versa: $280
- Airport Limousine Transfer one-way - LaGuardia Airport - Lincoln MKT: $275
- New York City Airport Arrival Transfer by Sprinter LGA JFK EWR: $260
- EWR, LGA, JFK Private Airport Transfer in NYC with SUV or Sedan: $252
- JFK/LGA/EWR to Manhattan Private Transfer - Up to 14 Pax: $250
- New York City Airport Departure Transfer by Sprinter LGA JFK EWR: $250
- Private SUV New York City Airport Departure Transfer : $235
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or New York City?
Prices for flights to both New York City and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33New York City $87
Typical Food Prices in New York City
For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Gelato$7.50
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Snacks for Two at Yankees Game$34
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Coffee$6.53
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Smoothie$6.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City
For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- East Village Noho Food Tour: $32
- The Chinatown, Little Italy, Food Tour: $35
- The Lower East Side Food Tour: $35
- Sweets and Slices Greenwich Village Walking Food Tour: $49
- New York City's Best Pizza tour: $59
- Made in Brooklyn Food Tour: $65
- Greenwich Village Pizza Walk: $75
- Brooklyn Pizza Walk: $75
- New York's Classic Eats West Village Food Tour: $75
- New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour: $75
- Union Square Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $75
- East Village Pizza Walk: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -New York City $180
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Trade Route & Kaole Ruins: $255
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour : $300
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Adventure, Historical Tour: $238
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $164
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
Typical Entertainment Prices in New York City
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Comedy Show Tickets$56
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City Map$8.00
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Broadway Musical$111
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Broadway Show Program$10
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Magazine$6.99
Tours and Activities in New York City
For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53: $42
- 9/11 Memorial Tour with Skip-the-Line Museum Ticket: $65
- Central Park Pedicab Tours - History and Movie Locations: $50
- Godfather Movie Locations New York Tour with Private Guide: $195
- Grand Central Terminal Walking Tour: $35
- Harlem Bronx Brooklyn Queens Tour in 7 Hours: $65
- New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village: $39
- Official Central Park Pedicab Tours: $50
- VIP Central Park Experience Tour with photos 50min~Skip the line: $280
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket : $94
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket with VIP Experience and Lunch: $299
- "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour: $133
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97New York City $29
Sample the Local Flavors in New York City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:
- Brooklyn Distillery Tour : $22
- NYC Pub Crawl Experience: $24
- Distillery Tour and Tasting: $25
- NYC Pub Crawl Tour: $30
- NYC Pub Crawl with Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $33
- Top Shelf Distillery Tour: $33
- New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Cheers to Chinatown Tour and Bar Crawl: $40
- Brooklyn Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Greenwich Village Piano Bar Crawl: $50
- Broadway Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
- Little Italy Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and New York City, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is New York City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and New York City is in North 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 New York City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in New York City 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in New York City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is New York City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or New York City?
New York City has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Dar es Salaam. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and New York City, 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 Dar es Salaam or New York City?
New York City has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or New York City in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and New York City. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to New York City for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as New York City in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and New York City fluctuates around 77°F (25°C).
New York City receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than New York City. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)New York City 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or New York City in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as New York City. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to New York City because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than New York City. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and New York City averages at about 57°F (14°C).
Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in October than New York City. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)New York City 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or New York City in the Winter?
Both New York City and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to New York City this time of year.
It's quite cold in New York City in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and New York City fluctuates around 31°F (-1°C).
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than New York City. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)New York City 31°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or New York City in the Spring?
Both New York City and Dar es Salaam during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to New York City for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than New York City in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and New York City fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than New York City. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)New York City 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for New York City and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 inches (88 mm) |
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