Which place is cheaper, Kampong Cham or Abu Dhabi?
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 Abu Dhabi or Kampong Cham?
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 Abu Dhabi and Kampong Cham can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Kampong Cham?
Abu Dhabi
It doesn't get more "lifestyles of the rich and famous" than a vacation to Abu Dhabi. The federal capital and center of government for the United Arab Emirates is arguably the most modern city in the world.
Abu Dhabi has a population of 1.5 million and provides a home to several oil companies and embassies, but this place is definitely a playground for the world's fanciest tourists. This city has several large projects underway including Yas Island's Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park.
Note: homosexuality is still outlawed in the UAE with harsh punishments including deportation, fines, jail time or even a death sentence.
Kampong Cham
Kampong Cham is the sixth largest city in the country, located in the east of Cambodia. Just two and a half hours away from Phnom Penh is a surprisingly large province by the same name. Kampong Cham is the capital of this province, a quiet town on the west side of the Mekong River. While the town does not cater to tourists like other large cities such as Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, the charm of Kampong Cham lies in the beauty and simplicity of local life. Visitors will also get a glimpse into agricultural life on the plantations of rubber trees, tobacco and cashews.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Arab Emirates, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Cambodia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Cambodia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Kampong Cham $36
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Kampong Cham is $36. 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 Abu Dhabi and Kampong Cham in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Kampong Cham $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Kampong Cham $40
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Kampong Cham
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Kampong Cham? 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: Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Kampong Cham $7.67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:
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Car Rental$31
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Taxi to Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:
- Yas Waterworld General Admission with Transfers: $123
- Yas Water world Abu Dhabi With Optional Transfer: $105
- Yas Water World with sharing transfer from Dubai: $97
- Yas Water World Abu Dhabi entry Ticket With Optional Transfer: $97
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Warner Bros World and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Warner Bros General Admission with Transfers: $141
- Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi From Dubai Included Transfer and Tickets: $235
- TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with Private Transfers: $167
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque-Entry to the Masterpiece with Transfer: $195
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury SUV: $238
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Kampong Cham?
Prices for flights to both Kampong Cham and Abu Dhabi 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 dayAbu Dhabi $78Kampong Cham $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Dune Bashing & BBQ Dinner: $63
- Evening Desert Safari Camel Ride Dinner Live Shows in Abu Dhabi: $69
- Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Live Shows, and BBQ Dinner: $69
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and Shows: $73
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $75
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shows and BBQ Dinner: $79
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $80
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
- Abu Dhabi Dune Bashing, Sand Surfing, Camel Ride, and BBQ Dinner: $89
- Abu Dhabi Desert safari with BBQ Dinner,Sandboarding & Camel ride: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Kampong Cham $5.76
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Yas Island Water Adventures Tour: $85
- Falcon Hospital Tour with Transportation : $101
- Ferrari World Entrance ticket : $101
- Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi Ticket: $24
- Private Full Day Dubai city tour From Abu Dhabi: $229
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $279
- Shared Abu Dhabi Adventure Tour/Sunrise safari, Dune bashing : $75
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $20
- 2 Days: Abu Dhabi Half Day City Tour & Evening Desert Safari: $140
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- A Sharing Tour of Sunset at Sheikh Zayed Mosque Abu Dhabi: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Kampong Cham $5.47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Kampong Cham, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Kampong Cham much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Kampong Cham is in Asia, 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 Kampong Cham would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampong Cham 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 Abu Dhabi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Abu Dhabi than you might in Kampong Cham.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Abu Dhabi Expensive? and Is Kampong Cham Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Kampong Cham?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Kampong Cham. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Kampong Cham, 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.