Which place is cheaper, Accra or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi and Accra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Accra?
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.
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 Budget Tours to United Arab Emirates, The Best Tours for Seniors to United Arab Emirates, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Accra $37
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Accra is $37. 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 Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Accra $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Accra $38
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi 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: Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Accra $16
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:
- Private One-way Abu Dhabi Transfer To Abu Dhabi Airport: $26
- Private One-way Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer To Abu Dhabi: $26
- Abu Dhabi Airport Private Departure Transfer: $33
- Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi Port: $38
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi city to Abu Dhabi Cruise Port: $38
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi: $40
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $41
- Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport (DXB) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Cruise Port to Abu Dhabi Hotels: $43
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi HTL-APT(AUH): $52
- Abu Dhabi hotel to Dubai Airport (DXB) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
- Arrival Transfer From Accra Airport To Hotel: $100
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $109
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $115
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra 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 $45Accra $9.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Dubai: Dhow Cruise Marina Multi Cusine Dinner & Tanura Show: $35
- Dubai Marina luxury Dhow Cruise Dinner (catamaran): $42
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Live Shows Pick & Drop More: $45
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Marina: $46
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $49
- Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $50
- Desert Tour with BBQ Dinner and Hotel Transfer: $51
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and all Camp Activities : $72
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $75
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari & Dinner Under the Stars: $77
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Private Ghanaian Cuisine Cooking Class: $40
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Cooking Class: $75
- Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $78
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Cooking Class with Auntie KK in Osu: $89
- Ghanaian Cooking Class Authentic Tour: $100
- Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $128
- Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $204
- Ghanaian Local Foods Cooking Class: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Accra $3.32
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Qasr Al Hosn: Entry Tickets with 1 GB Data eSIM: $8.16
- Sea Breeze Boat Tour: $8.17
- Fast-Track Admission Ticket to Qasr Al Hosn: $8.37
- Abu Dhabi 4G & 5G Data Roaming for Tourist: $11
- Louvre Join an Express Tour: $14
- Qasr Al Watan Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket: $17
- Louvre Abu Dhabi with Tourist Shuttle Bus & eSIM: $17
- Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum General Admission Ticket: $17
- Qasr Al Watan Admission Ticket: $18
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
- Shop & Eat in Abu Dhabi’s Markets Like a Local Walking Tour: $19
- Abu Dhabi Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big UAE Quiz (1 Day Pass): $19
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- Quabus Accra City Tour : $20
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $58
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
- Accra Central: Street Food Walking Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $72
- Walking Tour of Accra: $75
- Accra City Tour Experience: $75
- Experience Ghana in a Tailored Accra City Tour.: $79
- Accra Detailed City Tour: $80
- Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $80
- Accra City Tour Experience: $80
- The Agbogbloshie (Accra E-waste and Recycling experience) Private Tour: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Accra $4.76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Accra, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East 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 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 Accra.
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 Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Accra?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi or Accra?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Accra in the Summer?
Both Accra and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Accra. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Accra. Typically, the summer temperatures in Abu Dhabi in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Accra averages at about 25°C (77°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Accra 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Accra in the Autumn?
Both Accra and Abu Dhabi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in October than Accra. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Abu Dhabi is generally a little warmer than Accra. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 29°C (84°F), and Accra fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Accra 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Accra in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Accra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Accra. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Abu Dhabi is cooler than Accra in the winter. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Accra fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Accra 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Accra in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Accra. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Accra. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in April than Accra. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Accra. Typically, the spring temperatures in Abu Dhabi in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Accra averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Accra 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Accra and Abu Dhabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
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