Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen?
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 Chefchaouen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen?
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.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
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 Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen? 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 Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Chefchaouen $15
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:
- Skydive in Abu Dhabi | Tandem Skydive with transfer: $817
- Private Transfer from Qasr Al Sarab to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Fujairah: $274
- Private Transfer from Jebel Dhanna Resort to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Talal Liwa: $274
- Private Transfer from Talal Liwa to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Jebel Dhanna Resort: $274
- Ferrari world & Warner bros. parks with transfer from Dubai: $250
- Abu Dhabi Helicopter Ride with optional Private Transfers: $222
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury Van: $212
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Dubai in Luxury Van: $202
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$0.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $23
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- Vice versa transfer to chefchaouen with optional tour guide: $65
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tetouan: $73
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $74
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
- Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $82
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $100
- transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $107
- transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (door to door): $108
- Private Transfer Chefchaouen-Tangier or vice versa: $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen 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 $45Chefchaouen $18
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
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.95
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Dinner for Two$9.94
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- Vegetarian food Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $44
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class with Mountain View: $54
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Best Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Chefchaouen $17
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Full Day City Tour : $100
- Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entrance Ticket: $41
- Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
- Falcon Hospital Tour with Transportation : $101
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $234
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hour Ticket/Pass For Yas Water World In Dubai.: $103
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $32
- Abu Dhabi 4G & 5G Data Roaming for Tourist: $11
- Abu Dhabi : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide: $43
- Abu Dhabi City Tour: $186
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $27
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $29
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
- Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Chefchaouen, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen.
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 Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Chefchaouen, 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 Chefchaouen?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
Abu Dhabi usually gets more rain in July than Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Abu Dhabi is generally a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 35°C (95°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
Both Chefchaouen and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
Both Chefchaouen and Abu Dhabi during the winter 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 Chefchaouen year-round.
Chefchaouen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Abu Dhabi in January average around 18°C (64°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Chefchaouen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Abu Dhabi is generally much warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 27°C (81°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen 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) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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