Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur?
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 Jodhpur can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur?
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.
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
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 Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Jodhpur $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $39. 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 Jodhpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Jodhpur $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Jodhpur $26
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Jodhpur
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur? 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 Jodhpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Jodhpur $5.77
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: $105
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Warner Bros World and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
- 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 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
- Snow Abu Dhabi Tour with Optional Private Transfers: $110
- Ski Abu Dhabi with Optional Transfers: $100
- Qasr al Watan Tour with Optional Private Transfers: $50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur (JDH) Airport: $8.00
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur Airport: $8.00
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Airport To Jodhpur Hotels: $8.00
- Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.15
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Pushkar: $28
- One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur To Pushkar: $31
- One-Way Transfer: Jodhpur/Jaisalmer/Udaipur: $31
- Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34
- Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $37
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Udaipur Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $38
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Udaipur With Optional Stops: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur?
Prices for flights to both Jodhpur 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 $78Jodhpur $20
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: $43
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $50
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride and Live Shows: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $60
- Lunch Or Dinner at Emirates Palace - Ultimate Luxury Experience: $64
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- Evening Desert Safari Camel Ride Dinner Live Shows in Abu Dhabi: $69
- Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Live Shows, and BBQ Dinner: $69
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari: BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows: $71
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner: $71
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and Shows: $73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $11
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $21
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $23
- Jodhpur : Dakshika Private Cooking Class: $24
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $25
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $26
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $28
- Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Jodhpur $10
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- 1 Day 2 Yas Island Park Tickets Combo: $149
- 2 Days 2 Park- Ferrari World +Yas Waterworld Or Warner Bros World Combo Tickets: $155
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hours Al Ain City Tour without lunch: $103
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $34
- Abu Dhabi ,Private Layover Tour -6 hours: $299
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $47
- Abu Dhabi City Essentials Half day tour from Abu Dhabi: $44
- Abu Dhabi City Full Day Tour from Abu Dhabi: $157
- Abu Dhabi City Tour by Helicopter: $278
- Abu Dhabi City Tour from Abu Dhabi: $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.30
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Astrology Reading$3.71
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Taj Mahal and Agra fort tour with iconic photoshoot: $4.00
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.64
- Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
- Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.76
- Agra: Sunrise Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour: $6.76
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Boat Ride & Lunch: $7.89
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.69
- Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $9.02
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $10
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
- Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
- Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Jodhpur $9.06
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Jodhpur, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur.
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 Jodhpur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 53% larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Jodhpur, 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 Jodhpur?
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 Jodhpur in the Summer?
Both Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur year-round.
Jodhpur gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in July than Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Jodhpur in the summer. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Jodhpur 32°C (90°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Jodhpur. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Abu Dhabi is around the same temperature as Jodhpur. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Abu Dhabi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Jodhpur averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Jodhpur 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year.
Abu Dhabi usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Abu Dhabi is generally around the same temperature as Jodhpur. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 18°C (64°F), and Jodhpur fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Jodhpur 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Jodhpur in the Spring?
Both Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. Abu Dhabi is cooler than Jodhpur in the spring. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Jodhpur 31°C (88°F)
Typical Weather for Jodhpur 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) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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