Whether it’s a grouchy work morning, a first date, or a desperate hangover fix, coffee is often the first thing we reach for, rain, or shine. As Lorelai Gilmore famously taught us, it’s not just a beverage—it’s a lifeline.
Sure, there’s joy in brewing it yourself in a moka pot at sunrise. But let’s be honest: coffee just hits differently when it’s handed to you over the counter at your favorite café, plucked off a hand-lettered whiteboard menu next to a display of flaky pastries. Turns out, part of what makes it taste so good might just be the price tag.
According to Deutsche Bank’s 2025 “Mapping the World’s Prices” report, the cheapest cup of cappuccino in the world is in Cairo, Egypt, at just $1.57. While Zurich in Switzerland tops the chart at a steep $6.77 per cup.
In India, the numbers are more comforting. A cappuccino in Delhi averages $2.07, while in Mumbai it’s slightly pricier at $2.58. Italy, home of the cappuccino and entire espresso-fueled mornings, unsurprisingly lands on the affordable side too. In Rome, you can still sip on one for $1.79, making it the second cheapest city in the world.
Here’s where your caffeine craving might just make your wallet wince a little:
The most expensive places in the world to grab a cappuccino
- Switzerland (Zurich): $6.77
- Denmark (Copenhagen): $6.77
- United States (New York): $5.95
- United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi): $5.84
- United Kingdom (Edinburgh): $5.28
- Finland (Helsinki): $5.13
- Sweden (Stockholm): $5.10
- Hong Kong (Hong Kong): $5.09
- Qatar (Doha): $5.08
- Austria (Vienna): $4.96
The average cost of a cappuccino is based on 2025 data (in USD), but actual prices may vary depending on location, café type, and local fluctuations.
This article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller India.