Which place is cheaper, Hoi An 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 Hoi An?
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 Hoi An can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Hoi An?
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.
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
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, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Hoi An $51
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Hoi An is $51. 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 Hoi An in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Hoi An $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Hoi An $40
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Hoi An
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Hoi An? 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 Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Hoi An $18
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 Water world Abu Dhabi With Optional Transfer: $105
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Warner Bro's with Private Transfers from Dubai: $279
- Ultimate Snow Park Abu Dhabi Package with transfer option: $71
- Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport(AUH) to Abu Dhabi City Center: $31
- Transfer Abu Dhabi City Center to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $31
- Teams Lab Phenomena Experience in Abu Dhabi with Transfers option: $56
- Snow Park Abudhabi Premium Tickets with Optional Transfers: $120
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury Van: $222
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury SUV: $228
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.47
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hue Private Car with Driver for Customizable Trip & Transfer: $7.09
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Hoi An?
Prices for flights to both Hoi An 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 $78Hoi An $17
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: $39
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Live Entertainment and BBQ Dinner: $44
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $50
- Experience Abu Dhabi Yas Island by Dhow Cruise at Sea with Dinner: $55
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride and Live Shows: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Camel Ride BBQ Dinner and Live Shows: $67
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari: BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows: $71
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner: $71
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $75
- Abu Dhabi Afternoon Desert Safari and BBQ Dinner: $80
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$14
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.85
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Hoi An $12
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- 17 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Abu Dhabi: $245
- 2 Days 2 Park- Ferrari World +Yas Waterworld Or Warner Bros World Combo Tickets: $155
- 4 Hour Abu Dhabi City Tour - Private Tour: $265
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hours Al Ain City Tour without lunch: $103
- Abu Dhabi 2 seater Desert Buggy Experience: $200
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $46
- Abu Dhabi All in One Tour Tradition to Innovation: $199
- Abu Dhabi City Full Day Tour from Abu Dhabi: $157
- Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing Tour from Abu Dhabi Hotels: $100
- Abu Dhabi City Tour: $222
- Abu Dhabi City Tour from Dubai: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$143
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Short Boat Ride$1.54
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hue : Shuttle bus from Hue to Hoi An and sightseeing: $16
- Hue-Da Nang-Hoi An Bus Tour with English Guide & Sightseeing: $22
- Hue: Half-Day Tour with Optional Dragon Boat Perfume River: $28
- Hoi An Experience 3 Hours Wood Carving Class with Local Artist: $47
- My Son Sanctuary Private Tour - Early Morning or Half Day Tour: $55
- Hoi An & My Son Sanctuary: Full-Day UNESCO Heritage Private Tour: $75
- My Son Holy Land Half Day Tour: $103
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & HOI AN City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & DA NANG City: $154
- Chan May Port: Private My Son Sanctuary & Marble Mountains Tour: $160
- Cruiseship Tour to MY SON HOLYLAND - DA NANG CITY From Chan May or Tien Sa Port: $179
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $180
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Hoi An $8.73
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Hoi An, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Hoi An 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 Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Hoi An.
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 Hoi An Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Hoi An?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Hoi An, 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 Hoi An?
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 Hoi An in the Summer?
Both Hoi An 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 Hoi An year-round.
February to July is the dry season in Hoi An. September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in July than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 242 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Hoi An in the summer. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Hoi An fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Hoi An 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hoi An in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Hoi An. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Hoi An receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 613 mm (24.1 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 Hoi An during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 158 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Hoi An. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Abu Dhabi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Hoi An averages at about 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Hoi An 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hoi An in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Hoi An. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
Also, February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. September to January in Hoi An is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Hoi An. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 136 hours of full sun.
In January, Abu Dhabi is generally cooler than Hoi An. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 18°C (64°F), and Hoi An fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Hoi An 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hoi An in the Spring?
Both Hoi An 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 Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Hoi An. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Hoi An during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 210 hours of full sun in the spring.
Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the spring. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Hoi An fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Hoi An 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hoi An 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) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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