Which place is cheaper, Aswan or Jinja?
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 Jinja or Aswan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jinja or Aswan, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jinja or Aswan?
Jinja
Jinja is a city located at the source of the Nile in Uganda, Africa. Many backpackers travel to Jinja, as it is known for its white water rafting. This city is the third largest economy in all of the East African Community. It has a population of about 72,000 people.
Aswan
Lounging along the Nile like Egyptian royalty is a fantasy for most world travelers. If you want to do it without the hustle and bustle of Cairo, there's always Aswan. This city in the south of Egypt is the smallest of the three major cities on the Nile. Located just below the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Aswan's 275,00 people include a large portion of Nubians – mostly resettled from their flooded homeland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Uganda, The Best 10-Day Tours in Egypt, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJinja $121Aswan $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinja is $121, while the average daily cost in Aswan is $31. 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 Jinja and Aswan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJinja $47Aswan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJinja $94Aswan $20
Compare Hotels in Jinja and Aswan
Looking for a hotel in Jinja or Aswan? 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: Jinja Hotel Prices and Aswan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jinja $23Aswan $5.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Aswan to Luxor Private Car Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa-Alam: $87
- Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $35
- Transfer Service to Luxor from Aswan: $100
- VIP Aswan to Hurghada Transfer: Luxury and Comfort: $95
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
- Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan with transfers : $45
- Abu Simbel Shared Transfer: $27
- Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included): $150
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise: $40
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
Is it cheaper to fly into Jinja or Aswan?
Prices for flights to both Aswan and Jinja 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 dayJinja $53Aswan $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Nubian Dinner in Nubian Village Of Aswan: $40
- Savor Nubian Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner in a Local Village: $50
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $60
- Private 3-Hour Nubian Party with Dinner and Pickup in Aswan: $77
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jinja $31Aswan $9.77
Tours and Activities in Jinja
Here are a few actual costs in Jinja for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half-Day Jinja Walking Tour: Source of Nile & Boat Ride Options: $31
- Jinja Cultural and Historical Walking Tour: $39
- Jinja Village Bike Tour : $40
- David's Shared Walking Tour in Jinja with a Local Cultural Meal: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:
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Temple Kom Ombo for Two$1.26
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $10
- Shared Half-Day tour of The Nubian Village: $10
- Private 2 Hour Guided Tour to Philae Temple from Aswan: $15
- Nubian Museum Tour: $15
- Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour: $15
- Half Day Philae Temple and High-Dam Private Tour in Aswan: $18
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
- Philae Temple Secrets: Private Aswan Adventure: $20
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Nubian Village Tour: $20
- Aswan Engineering Marvels Private High Dam & Obelisk Tour: $20
- "Aswan Gems: Private Tour of Dam, Obelisk & Philae Temple": $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJinja $14Aswan $1.12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jinja and Aswan, we can see that Jinja is more expensive. And not only is Aswan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aswan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aswan 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 Jinja would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jinja than you might in Aswan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jinja Expensive? and Is Aswan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jinja or Aswan?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Jinja. When comparing the sizes of Jinja and Aswan, 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.