Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Nairobi?
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 Nairobi or Oslo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nairobi and Oslo 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: Nairobi or Oslo?
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Nairobi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $67Oslo $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $67, while the average daily cost in Oslo is $150. 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 Nairobi and Oslo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Oslo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Oslo $148
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Oslo
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Oslo? 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and Oslo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Oslo $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:
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Taxi from Airport$9.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi : $20
- Private Airport Transfer and Service in Nairobi: $20
- Nairobi Airport Transfer, Hotel Pick up and Drop Off: $20
- Private Airport Transfers To or From Nairobi Airports.: $25
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Private Transfer: $27
- Private One-Way Transfer from Nairobi: $27
- Mwashi Airport Transfer & Taxi: $27
- Nairobi Airport Transfers to Wilson Airport or City Hotels: $28
- From Wilson Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax): $30
- From JKIA Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax max): $35
- Nairobi airport transfer: $35
- Airport Transfers: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $194
- Round-Trip Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $250
- Private Transfer from Sandefjord (TRF) Airport to Sandefjord City: $144
- Private Transfer from Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL): $138
- Private Transfer from Oslo City Centre to Oslo Airport: $156
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport (OSL) to Oslo Cruise Port : $138
- Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $144
- Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City Centre: $129
- Private Transfer From Oslo To Drammen With a 2 Hour Stop: $156
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $91
- Airport or Hotel Private Transfer: $142
- Oslo Private Transfer from Oslo (OSL) Airport to City centre: $159
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Oslo?
Prices for flights to both Oslo and Nairobi 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 dayNairobi $13Oslo $52
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner for Two$5.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $21
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class and Dining Experience: $40
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $55
- Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
- Carnivore restaurant Dinner or lunch from Nairobi: $65
- Safari Park Dinner with Safari Cats Dance Show: $97
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Nairobi dinner and safari cat dancers : $100
- Authentic Local Kenyan Food Tour: $108
- Carnivore Restaurant Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $125
- Nairobi Carnivore Restaurant Lunch / Dinner Experience: $125
- Barbecue Dinner & Entertainment in Nairobi : $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Fjord-Style Dinner Cruise: $69
- City Tour with Traditional Norwegian Lunch or Dinner: $114
- 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $151
- Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $154
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $162
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $165
- Oslo Tour with a Michelin-Starred Chef & Lunch/Dinner: $177
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Oslo $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Village Visit$15
Tours and Activities in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Nairobi Walking City Culture Tour: $20
- Nairobi Historic Downtown City WalkingTour: $20
- Nairobi City Walk Tour : $23
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
- Mathare Community Slum Tour: $26
- Carnivore Restaurant Nairobi Dinning experience-transport: $30
- Nairobi Historical Walking Half Day Tour : $35
- Kibera Slum Tour with Lucas : $35
- Nairobi national park Elephant orphanage and giraffe center tour.: $38
- Nairobi National Park Half Day Game Drive Tour With FREE Pick up: $39
- Walking tour in Nairobi town: $40
- Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive Guided Tour: $40
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Family-friendly Fun Oslo Private Guided Tour with Kids: $299
- 2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship: $51
- 3 Hours Walking Tour for Great Food in Oslo: $158
- 4 Hours Island Hopping Tour in Oslo: $60
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $8.99
- Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo: $103
- Akerselva River Meander: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Akerselva River: Urban Paddling Adventure Kayak Tour: $101
- BIKING OSLO PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Upto 8 Participants Max: $289
- Best of Walking Tour with a local guide: $394
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $11
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Oslo $9.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- The Original Oslo Pub Crawl: $34
- The Original Oslo Pub Crawl: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Oslo, we can see that Oslo is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nairobi is in Africa and Oslo 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 Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Oslo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oslo than you might in Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Oslo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Oslo?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Oslo, 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.