Which place is cheaper, Vienna 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 Vienna?
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 Vienna can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Vienna?
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.
Vienna
Vienna is the largest city and capital of Austria. It has a population of over 1.7 million and is a cultural, political and economic center for the country. The historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and some complain that it feels more like a museum than a real city. Outside of the historical center though, is a young and vibrant city with a huge music scene, many street performers, and eclectic and fun restaurants and nightclubs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Vienna $206
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Vienna is $206. 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 Vienna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Vienna $110
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Vienna $220
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Vienna
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Vienna? 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 Vienna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Vienna $22
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 Vienna
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vienna:
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Bus to Airport$35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vienna
Also for Vienna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Munich: Private transfer to Vienna with stop in Hallstatt: $899
- Private transfer to Milan or Milan to Vienna: $741
- Private transfer Warsaw to Vienna: $558
- Transfer by Car to/from Vienna & Budapest: $552
- Hallstatt daytrip: Private transfer to Hallstatt and back: $490
- Private transfer to Nuremberg or Nuremberg to Vienna: $469
- Hallstatt: Private transfer Bratislava to Hallstatt: $396
- Vienna daytrip: Private transfer from Budapest and back: $388
- Vienna to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $299
- Private transfer from Bratislava to Vienna: $293
- Private Transfer from Vienna to Prague : $286
- Private transfer from Vienna to Budapest with 2h of sightseeing: $281
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Vienna?
Prices for flights to both Vienna 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 $33Vienna $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vienna
For Vienna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1 Hour Tradtional Kaiserschmarrn Cooking Class & Tasting in Wien: $47
- Strauss Dinner Show: $118
- Evening at Schönbrunn Palace 3-course Dinner and Concert: $122
- Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $125
- Schnitzel and Strudel: Shared Cooking Class : $143
- Nuit des Lumières - The Candlelight Dinner Concert in Vienna: $154
- Authentic Vienna Food Tour inc. lunch, street food, 3 drinks: $170
- Nabiel's Vienna Cooking Class: $179
- Classic Food Tour of Vienna: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Vienna $45
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
Tours and Activities in Vienna
For Vienna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Exclusive Guided Wine and Hiking Experience in Austria : $73
- ( Night Tour ) With Private Guide + wine or prosecco: $237
- 2-Hour Guided Tour in the Footsteps of Princess Sissi in Vienna: $62
- 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour on Kalenderberg Mountain to Meet History from Vienna: $184
- 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour to Meet History at Braunsberg Mountain from Vienna: $184
- 2-hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour on Seekopf Mountain, Wachau Valley from Vienna: $184
- 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off with Ferris Wheel and River Cruise: $90
- 3-Hour Private Hiking Tour over Parapluie Mountain with a View of Vienna: $230
- 3-Hour Private Hiking Tour to historic places around Spitz in Wachau Valley: $276
- 5-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour 'Wild water at Hochwechsel': $276
- A Self-Guided Tour of Vienna the Home of Classical Music: $20
- A day in the life of Vienna - Private tour with a local: $245
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Vienna $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Vienna
Also in Vienna, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vienna Nights Pub Crawl: $14
- Friday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria: $28
- Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria: $28
- Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace with optional Palace Ticket: $54
- Small-group Vienna Wine Tour: $142
- Austrian Wine Tasting: $143
- Countryside Half Day Wine Tour near Vienna: $143
- Vienna Woods Tour with underground lake and wine tasting: $155
- Wine Tasting Tour: $161
- Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna: $161
- Vienna Woods Wine Tour - Wines, Vines & Good Times!: $190
- Private tour Neusiedler See, Rust (wine tasting), Purbach: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Vienna, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Vienna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Vienna 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 Vienna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vienna 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 Vienna.
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 Vienna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Vienna?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Vienna. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Vienna, 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 Vienna?
Vienna 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 Vienna in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Vienna. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Also, many travelers come to Vienna for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Vienna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dar es Salaam in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Vienna averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vienna this time of the year. In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Vienna during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Vienna 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vienna in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Vienna. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Vienna in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Vienna. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (78°F), and Vienna fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 140 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in October than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Vienna 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vienna in the Winter?
Both Vienna 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, most visitors come to Vienna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Vienna can be very cold during winter. Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Vienna in the winter. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Vienna fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Vienna during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 65 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Vienna 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vienna in the Spring?
Both Vienna 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. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Vienna because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Vienna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dar es Salaam in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Vienna averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In Vienna, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 202 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Vienna. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Vienna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Vienna 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) | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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