Which place is cheaper, Hue or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Hue?
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 Hue can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Hue?
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.
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
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 Eco Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Hue $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Hue is $48. 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 Hue in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Hue $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Hue $46
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Hue
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Hue? 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 Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Hue $12
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 Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport(AUH) to Abu Dhabi City Center: $30
- Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket with Transfers Option: $33
- Abu Dhabi Airport Private Departure Transfer: $33
- Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Cruise Port to Abu Dhabi city: $38
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Port to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $38
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi city to Abu Dhabi Cruise Port: $38
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Abu Dhabi: $40
- Private transfer: Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $41
- Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport (DXB) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport to Abu Dhabi Port: $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.48
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Short Taxi Ride$0.88
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Da Nang: Airport Transfer Pick up Service: $5.91
- Transfer from Hue airport to Hue city center or vice versa: $7.10
- Transfer between Hue Hotels and Hue Airport: $7.40
- Private Transfer: Hue City Center - Hue Train Station: $12
- Hue and Hoi An/ Da Nang City Shuttle Transfer Service: $13
- Hue City: Private Transfer to/from Phu Bai International …: $14
- Phu Bai airport to/from Hue City Center - Private Transfer: $14
- Privated Hue Airport Transfer-Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $14
- Private transfer Hoi An , Da Nang, Hue: $14
- Hue Airport Phu bai Airport to Hue Hotel by Private Transfer: $15
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountain: $16
- From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Hue?
Prices for flights to both Hue 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 $45Hue $15
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 Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.99
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.80
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.20
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Private Healthy Cooking Class In Ancient Vietnamese Garden: $20
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Walking street food tour: $30
- Hue : Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Family: $31
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hue: $31
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorcycle with Driver: $33
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $33
- Hue Walking Food Tour: $35
- Exploring Hue Food Tour with Local Guide : $35
- Home Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Girl: $35
- Home Cooking Class with Local Girl: $37
- Hue:Exploring Street Food Tour With Local Guide: $37
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Hue $11
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: $8.12
- 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
- Qasr Al Watan Palace & Garden Entrance Ticket: $18
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
- Shop & Eat in Abu Dhabi’s Markets Like a Local Walking Tour: $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.79
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.12
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.20
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.60
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $3.82
- Hue City Tour by Private Car & English Speaking Driver: $8.80
- Hue Car Rental: Sightseeing City Day Trip by Car with Driver: $9.23
- Discover Vietnamese Cuisine E-Ticket: $15
- Sightseeing Bus from Hue to Hoi An (Seat in Coach): $15
- BUS TOUR HUE - PHONG NHA: $16
- HUE - HOI AN BUS TOUR (S.I.C): $16
- Hue Imperial City Sightseeing Full-Day Trip From Hue: $16
- From Hue : Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour with Lunch: $16
- Hue : City Highlights Full Day Tour with Lunch: $16
- Hue Walking Tour to Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City: $19
- Hue Imperial Walking Tour with Tour Guide: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Hue $5.79
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$1.00
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Hue, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Hue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Hue 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 Hue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hue 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 Hue.
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 Hue Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Hue?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Hue, 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 Hue?
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 Hue in the Summer?
Both Hue 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 Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hue is March to August. The rainy season in Hue is September to December. In July, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Hue. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Hue during summer. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
Abu Dhabi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Abu Dhabi is generally a little warmer than Hue. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 35°C (95°F), and Hue fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Hue 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hue in the Autumn?
Both Hue 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 Hue year-round.
September to December is the rainy season in Hue. Hue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in October than Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the autumn, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 158 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Hue in the autumn. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Hue fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Hue 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hue in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Hue. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
March to August in Hue is the dry season. Hue receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Hue during winter. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Abu Dhabi is cooler than Hue. Typically, the winter temperatures in Abu Dhabi in January average around 18°C (64°F), and Hue averages at about 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Hue 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Hue in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Hue. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in April than Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hue. 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 Hue. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 210 hours of full sun.
In April, Abu Dhabi is generally around the same temperature as Hue. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 27°C (81°F), and Hue fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Hue 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hue 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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