Which place is cheaper, Addis Ababa or Antalya?
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 Antalya or Addis Ababa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Addis Ababa? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Antalya or Addis Ababa?
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and also the nation's largest when ranked by its population of over three million. There are also more than 120 international missions and embassies in Addis Ababa, making the city a hub for international diplomacy concerning Africa. Other draws include its thriving marketplaces, spicy food, and rich coffee.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.
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Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesAddis Ababa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $130Addis Ababa $32
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $130, while the average daily cost in Addis Ababa is $32. 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 Antalya and Addis Ababa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $43Addis Ababa $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $86Addis Ababa $34
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Addis Ababa
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Addis Ababa? 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Addis Ababa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $86Addis Ababa $3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center: $525
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $438
- Land of Legends Night Show with Private Transfer from Antalya: $296
- Antalya Tahtalı Summit Tandem Paragliding with Cable Car Transfer: $280
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Belek Transfer - Premium: $257
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Akdeniz Port Transfer - Premium: $257
- Antalya Airport: Private Transfer to Patara: $240
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Lara Transfer - Supercars: $239
- Private Transfer to Antalya Airport: $238
- Private Transfer from Antalya to Cappadocia with Konya tour : $220
- Private Transfer From Antalya Airport To Finike / Demre: $212
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Antalya: $212
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $154
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $40
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $23
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $23
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- 4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Addis Ababa?
Prices for flights to both Addis Ababa and Antalya 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 dayAntalya $35Addis Ababa $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Home Cooking Class: Make Traditional Baklava in Antalya: $68
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:
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Slice of Cake$0.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa
For Addis Ababa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $54
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Flavors of Ethiopia Explore Traditional Cooking Class : $67
- Addis Ababa Ethiopian cooking class Airport & hotel pick up: $68
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $70
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $75
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $76
- Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $77
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Nightlife Tour with Dinner and Live Music: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $36Addis Ababa $3.20
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya City Tour: $71
- Antalya Premium Pass Nature Adventure and Top Attractions: $148
- Aphrodisias and Pamukkale with Balloon Ride from Antalya 2 Days Tour: $177
- Full Day Tour in Altınbeşik Cave and Ürünlü : $118
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $58
- Jeep Safari Private Nature and village Tour: $60
- Side Sunset Cruise: Ancient History and Mesmerizing Sunsets: $131
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya: $70
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $48
- 2 Days Guided Tour of Cappadocia : $60
- 2-Day Cappadocia Adventure from Antalya with Hotel Stay: $95
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Antalya: $60
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- "Awash National Park Safari Experience": $280
- 1-Day Tour Old Bridge, Monastery,WaterFalls Wildlife,Birds, : $128
- 2 Days Awash National Park Safari Tours: $315
- 2 Days Gheralta Tour Hidden Churches in Northern Ethiopia: $300
- 2-Night 3-Day Danakil Depression Tour without Flights: $300
- 3 Days Meskel Festival Package-Addis Ababa City Tour/Debre Libanos Monastery: $256
- 3 Days Rock Hewn Churches Cultural Tour in Lalibela: $300
- 3-Day Wild Wonders and Nature, Awash National Park Tour: $490
- 4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $65
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa Cultural Discovery Tour: $42
- 5 hours Addis Ababa Layover city tour: $36
- 8 Hours Tour to Taste the Authentic Flavours of Ethiopia: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $16Addis Ababa $2.64
Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Addis Ababa:
- Pub-crawl Tour ( locally crafted beer and wine tasting ): $58
- Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Addis Ababa, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Addis Ababa 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Addis Ababa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Addis Ababa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Addis Ababa, 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.