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Luxor vs Cairo

Egypt vs Egypt · 503 km apart

Luxor

Egypt

£13,580 ($280)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cairo

Egypt

£17,996 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Luxor	Cairo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.00	$3.90	Luxor
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$12.00	$15.60	Luxor
Cappuccino	$0.90	$1.17	Luxor
Monthly groceries (single person)	$68.00	$88.40	Luxor
Monthly public transport pass	$11.00	$14.30	Luxor
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$29.00	$37.70	Luxor
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$8.40	$10.92	Luxor
Fitness club membership	$8.40	$10.92	Luxor
Cinema ticket	$2.20	$2.86	Luxor
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$115	$160	Luxor
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$80.00	$111	Luxor
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$240	$333	Luxor
Total single-person budget	$280	$371	Luxor
Average net salary	$250	$325

Verdict

Luxor is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Luxor runs about $280 versus $371 in Cairo — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Luxor leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Luxor · Full cost of living in Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luxor cheaper than Cairo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $280 per month in Luxor versus $371 in Cairo — about 33% less.

How far is Luxor from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Luxor and Cairo is approximately 503 km (312 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Luxor or Cairo?

The estimated average net salary is $250 in Luxor and $325 in Cairo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Luxor versus $0 in Cairo per month.