Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Antwerp?
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 Antwerp can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Antwerp?
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.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
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 Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Antwerp $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $132. 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 Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Antwerp $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Antwerp $154
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Antwerp? 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 Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Antwerp $13
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:
- Abrahamic Family House Tour with Transfer: $89
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Abu Dhabi Hotel or Address): $131
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Dubai hotel - Arrival Private Transfer: $59
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Dubai hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): Private Transfer to Abu Dhabi: $100
- Abu Dhabi Airport Departure Transfer (Abu Dhabi Hotels to Abu Dhabi Airport): $131
- Abu Dhabi Airport Private Departure Transfer: $33
- Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer To or From Anywhere within Abu Dhabi: $70
- Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer to Hotel or Vice Versa: $65
- Abu Dhabi Airport Transfers : Airport AUH to Abu Dhabi City by Luxury Van: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $141
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $163
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $235
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $274
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp 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 $45Antwerp $42
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 Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Antwerp $8.80
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 Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historical Walking Tour in the Old City: $3.22
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.00
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.11
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.07
- Walking Tour with Audioguide App: $8.07
- Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $16
- Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Antwerp $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $66
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Antwerp, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Antwerp much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Antwerp is in Europe, 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 Antwerp would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antwerp 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 Antwerp.
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 Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Antwerp?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Antwerp, 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 Antwerp?
Antwerp has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Abu Dhabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Antwerp. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
The heat can be very extreme in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the summer temperatures in Abu Dhabi in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Antwerp averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antwerp this time of the year. In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during summer. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Antwerp in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Antwerp. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Antwerp for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Abu Dhabi is generally much warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 29°C (84°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the autumn, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in October than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Antwerp in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Antwerp can get quite cold in the winter. Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Antwerp in the winter. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Antwerp fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during winter. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Antwerp in the Spring?
Both Antwerp and Abu Dhabi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Antwerp for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the spring temperatures in Abu Dhabi in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Antwerp averages at about 8°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the spring, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in April than Antwerp. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Abu Dhabi
| Abu Dhabi | Antwerp | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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