Which place is cheaper, Agadir 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 Agadir?
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 Agadir can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Agadir?
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.
Agadir
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
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, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Agadir $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $74. 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 Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Agadir $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Agadir $88
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Agadir? 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 Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Agadir $4.56
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: $28
- Abu Dhabi Airport Private Departure Transfer: $30
- Transfer Abu Dhabi City Center to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $31
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Cruise Port to Abu Dhabi Hotels: $37
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi Port: $37
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Cruise Port to Dubai hotels: $38
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Dubai hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- Qasr al Watan Tour with Optional Private Transfers: $50
- Guided Full-Day Tour of Abu Dhabi's Top Landmarks with Transfers: $54
- Teams Lab Phenomena Experience in Abu Dhabi with Transfers option: $56
- Private One-way Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer To Abu Dhabi: $56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- Agadir Airport Transfers (AGA) to City & Hotels: $5.85
- Airport transfer to Agadir or Agadir to airport: $7.00
- Agadir Paradise Valley Excursion with Breakfast & Hotel Transfer: $7.02
- Private Arrival Transfer from Agadir Airport to Agadir City: $10
- Taxi Transfer Agadir Airoport: $12
- Agadir Airport to Agadir city transfer: $13
- Skip the Line Ticket to Crocoparc with Optional Transfert: $13
- Agadir Airport Transfer: $14
- Agadir 2-in-1 Tour: Camel Ride & Sandboarding with Transfer: $14
- Agadir Airport Transfers service: $14
- Airport Private Transfer: $15
- Agadir Airport Transfer To or From Agadir & Taghazout: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir 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 $78Agadir $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Red Dunes 4x4 Pick Drop Dinner Shows: $43
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $50
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride and Live Shows: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $60
- Lunch Or Dinner at Emirates Palace - Ultimate Luxury Experience: $64
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- 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: BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows: $71
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner: $71
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and Shows: $73
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$25
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Dinner$8.13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Family: $6.83
- Guided Quad Biking, Sandboarding & Sunset BBQ Dinner: $8.16
- Agadir/Taghazout : Sunset Sandboarding with Dinner & Quad Bike: $8.16
- Agadir Desert: Dinner Show with Quad Bike and Sunset Camel Ride: $9.33
- From Quad Biking, Sandboarding & BBQ Dinner in the Desert: $11
- Agadir/Taghazout : Sunset Sandboarding, Canyon & Moroccan Dinner: $15
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $21
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $21
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $22
- Camel Ride Experience With Dinner Option: $23
- Agadir/Taghazout: Sunset Sandboarding Quad Bike & Moroccan Dinner: $25
- Sunset Horse or Camel Ride with Dinner in Habitant House: $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Agadir $3.48
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Admission Ticket to Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi Non prime: $15
- Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket: $16
- Qasr Al Watan Entry Tickets: $16
- Skip the Line Ticket to Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi: $17
- Louvre Abu Dhabi Ticket: $18
- Qasr Al Watan Entrance Ticket: $18
- Qasr Al Watan Ticket Pass in Abu Dhabi’s Presidential Palace: $19
- Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket: $20
- Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi - Ticket: $22
- Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi Admission Ticket: $22
- Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Transportation: $23
- Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket: $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- Paradise Valley tour Agadir with guide & argan oil breakfast: $5.60
- Argan Oil Factory Tour: $5.69
- Taghazout to Paradise Valley tour with Breakfast & Licensed Guide: $5.83
- Best Taghazout Paradise Valley Tour with Breakfast & Local Guide: $5.85
- Morning Goats on Argan Trees & Souk El Had Agadir Tour: $5.85
- Enjoy Paradise valley trip with tour guide & Berber Breakfast: $5.85
- Agadir City Tour with Sunset at Agadir Oufella kasbah and souk: $5.85
- Goats in Trees & Agadir Medina Coco Polizzi ticket and Souk Visit: $7.00
- From Taghazout & Tamraght: Sandboarding Adventure with Camel Ride: $7.00
- Visit Paradise Valley Agadir Tour and Atlas Mountains Excursion: $7.02
- Agadir Paradise Valley tour & Atlas Mountains with breakfast: $7.02
- agadir Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountains Tour incl. Berber Breakfast: $7.02
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Agadir -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Agadir, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Agadir 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 Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Agadir.
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 Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Agadir?
Agadir has a larger population, and is about 16% larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Agadir, 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 Agadir?
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 Agadir in the Summer?
Both Agadir 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 Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Abu Dhabi usually receives more rain than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Agadir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Agadir during summer. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 253 hours of full sun in the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Agadir. Typically, the summer temperatures in Abu Dhabi in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Agadir averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Agadir 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Agadir in the Autumn?
Both Agadir 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 Agadir year-round.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in October than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the autumn, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 238 hours of full sun.
In October, Abu Dhabi is generally a little warmer than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 29°C (84°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Agadir 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Agadir in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Agadir. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Agadir during winter. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 223 hours of full sun in the winter.
Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Agadir in the winter. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Agadir fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Agadir 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Agadir in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Agadir. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in April than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the spring, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Agadir. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 273 hours of full sun.
In the spring, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Agadir. Typically, the spring temperatures in Abu Dhabi in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Agadir averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Agadir 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Agadir 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) | 15°C (59°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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