Which place is cheaper, Chumphon or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Chumphon?
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 Chumphon can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Chumphon?
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.
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Chumphon $36
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Chumphon is $36. 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 Chumphon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Chumphon $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Chumphon $32
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Chumphon
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Chumphon? 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 Chumphon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Chumphon $6.32
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:
- Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi Tickets With Meal and Transfers : $98
- Warner Bros General Admission with Transfers: $150
- Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi From Dubai Included Transfer and Tickets: $235
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi HTL-APT(AUH): $52
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi APT-HTL(AUH): $56
- Transfer in private vehicle from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH)- Abu Dhabi City: $61
- Transfer in private minivan from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH)- Abu Dhabi City: $67
- Tickets to Global Village with Private Transfer: $95
- Skydive in Abu Dhabi | Tandem Skydive with transfer: $817
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) - Abu Dhabi City: $133
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $41
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Chumphon?
Prices for flights to both Chumphon 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 $45Chumphon $13
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
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari Tour with Shows and BBQ Dinner: $48
- 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
- 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 4x4, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride: $81
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $81
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.16
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Fruit at the Market$0.55
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Breakfast$1.09
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Chumphon $10
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
- Full Day Abu Dhabi City & Louvre Museum Tour: $90
- 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
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- 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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Chumphon $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$3.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Chumphon, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Chumphon is in Asia, 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 Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Chumphon.
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 Chumphon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Chumphon?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Chumphon, 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 Chumphon?
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 Chumphon in the Summer?
Both Chumphon and Abu Dhabi during the summer 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 Chumphon year-round.
Chumphon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in July than Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chumphon receives 195 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Chumphon in the summer. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Chumphon fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Chumphon 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chumphon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Chumphon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Chumphon receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Chumphon during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Chumphon receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Chumphon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Abu Dhabi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Chumphon averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Chumphon 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chumphon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Chumphon. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chumphon receives 255 hours of full sun.
In January, Abu Dhabi is generally cooler than Chumphon. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 18°C (64°F), and Chumphon fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Chumphon 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Chumphon in the Spring?
Both Chumphon and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Chumphon. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Chumphon during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Chumphon receives 239 hours of full sun in the spring.
Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Chumphon in the spring. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Chumphon fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Chumphon 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Chumphon 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) | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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