Which place is cheaper, Accra or Seoul?
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 Seoul or Accra?
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 Seoul and Accra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Seoul or Accra?
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySeoul $128Accra $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Seoul is $128, while the average daily cost in Accra is $49. 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 Seoul and Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeoul $54Accra $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeoul $108Accra $42
Compare Hotels in Seoul and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Seoul or Accra? 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: Seoul Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seoul $15Accra $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.58
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Short Taxi Ride$5.01
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Metro Ride$0.97
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Night Views Tour with Guide and Transfers: $41
- From Round-Trip Transfer to Dae Jang Geum Park: $50
- Transfer Service from Gimpo Airport to Hotel City: $57
- Seoul Gimpo Airport (GMP) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $60
- Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Incheon Airport (ICN) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $68
- Seoul to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) - Departure Private Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul hotels: $80
- Private Airport Transfer Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) to Seoul City: $83
- Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $89
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport: $90
- Private Gimpo Airport Transfer to/from Seoul(1~7pax): $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $77
- Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $80
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
Is it cheaper to fly into Seoul or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra and Seoul 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 daySeoul $51Accra $18
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.30
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.43
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.94
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Chicken Stick$1.43
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.36
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Lunch Buffet$4.30
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.72
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.36
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Udon & Sushi$5.01
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Fresh Burger$3.44
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.22
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.58
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Fried Rice$3.94
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.80
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.80
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Donut$1.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
- Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
- Namdaemun Market Food Tour: $65
- Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
- Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $25
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Ghana Jollof Cooking Class with Bottomless Wine : $80
- Accra Makola Market Food Tour With Full Lunch: $82
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $90
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $90
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $100
- Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Market Tour Option : $130
- Accra Ghana Private Food and Cooking Class: $130
- Fulani Dinner Experience: $150
- Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $218
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Seoul $26Accra $3.70
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.73
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Movie Ticket$5.73
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Kimchi Museum$2.15
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- K-Culture Adventure in Seoul Self-Guided Walking Tour : $3.58
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
- Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.10
- Alternative A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Gwanghwamun Tour l 120 Minutes to Understand South Korea: $10
- [Seoul] Football Faentasium Admission Ticket (내국인 불가): $10
- Gwanghwamun Tour about Korean Society and Local Mindset: $11
- Street Hustle Adventure in Seoul: $11
- SPAREX Jjimjilbang Sauna Dongmyo branch Admission Ticket(내국인불가): $11
- Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket (내국인 불가): $11
- Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong(내국인불가): $12
- Seoul Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid (내국인 불가): $13
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
- African Alcoholic Drinks Tasting Experience: $50
- Accra Guided City Tour Experience: $60
- Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $65
- Half-Day Private Tour of Nima Market with Pick Up: $65
- Accra Explored: A Full-Day Private City Tour for Culture Seekers : $80
- Malabu Guided Tour: $80
- Accra City Tour Experience: $80
- Accra Luxury Beachfront Experience : $81
- Western Used Cloth & African print Market in Accra Tour: $85
- Private Makola Market & Art Centre Sightseeing & Shopping : $85
- Half Day Fantasy Coffins and Art Tour in Accra.: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeoul $12Accra $5.30
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $59
- Korean Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $60
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $73
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seoul and Accra, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Seoul is in Asia and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seoul Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seoul or Accra?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Seoul and Accra, 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 Seoul or Accra?
Seoul has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Seoul or Accra in the Summer?
Both Accra and Seoul are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Seoul this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Seoul is around the same temperature as Accra in the summer. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Seoul. In July, Seoul usually receives more rain than Accra. Seoul gets 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySeoul 26°C (78°F)Accra 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Accra in the Autumn?
Both Accra and Seoul during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
In the autumn, Seoul is much colder than Accra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seoul in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Accra averages at about 26°C (79°F).
Seoul usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Accra. Seoul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSeoul 15°C (59°F)Accra 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Accra in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Seoul and Accra. Many visitors come to Seoul in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Seoul can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Seoul is generally much colder than Accra. Daily temperatures in Seoul average around -3°C (27°F), and Accra fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In January, Seoul usually receives more rain than Accra. Seoul gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySeoul -3°C (27°F)Accra 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Seoul or Accra in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Seoul as well as Accra. Most visitors come to Seoul for the activities around the city during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
Seoul is much colder than Accra in the spring. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Accra. Seoul usually gets less rain in April than Accra. Seoul gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSeoul 13°C (55°F)Accra 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Accra and Seoul
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
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