Which place is cheaper, La Paz 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 La Paz?
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 La Paz can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or La Paz?
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.
La Paz
La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia, has a breathtaking setting. The city is the highest national capital in the world, with an altitude ranging from about 4,058 m (13,313 ft) above sea level in El Alto, where the airport is located, to 3,100 m (10,170 ft) in the lower residential area. The dynamic and chaotic city was built in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River. La Paz is now a fusion of architectural styles, cultures and beliefs, welcoming everyday new boutique hotels, modern shops, delicious restaurants and reinventing standing establishments. However, generally speaking, Bolivia remains more a backpacker hit than a mainstream tourist destination.
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 Luxury Tours to Bolivia, and The Best Budget Tours to Bolivia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197La Paz $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in La Paz 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 La Paz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98La Paz $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196La Paz $32
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and La Paz
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or La Paz? 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 La Paz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20La Paz $9.48
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 and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
- Warner Bro's with Private Transfers from Dubai: $279
- Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi From Dubai Included Transfer and Tickets: $235
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi APT-HTL(AUH): $56
- Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport(AUH) to Abu Dhabi City Center: $29
- Transfer in private vehicle from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH)- Abu Dhabi City: $42
- Transfer in private minivan from Abu Dhabi City - Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $58
- Transfer in private minivan from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH)- Abu Dhabi City: $58
- Transfer Abu Dhabi City Center to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $29
- Snow Park Abudhabi Premium Tickets with Optional Transfers: $120
- Snow Abu Dhabi With Transfer Optional : $87
Typical Local Transportation Prices in La Paz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in La Paz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Paz
Also for La Paz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- La Paz:Private transfer from La Paz Hotels to El Alto Aiport: $19
- Private Transfer Airport to Hotels Service 24/7: $19
- Transfer from El Alto International Airport - Hotel: $23
- Cholitas Wrestling Tickets and Transfer: $25
- Airport Transfer Out_night: $25
- Bus Station Transfer Out_day: $25
- Bus Station Transfer Out_night : $25
- Private Transfer La Paz Airport LPB to La Paz City by MiniVan/Bus: $28
- Private transfer 24/7 El Alto Airport - Hotels La Paz: $28
- Private Departure Transfer: La Paz Hotels to El Alto International Airport: $37
- Airport Transfer In_night: $47
- Private Transfer From Hotel to Bus Station in La Paz City : $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or La Paz?
Prices for flights to both La Paz 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 $78La Paz $29
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 BBQ Dinner Live Shows Pick & Drop More: $25
- Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment: $38
- Dubai Marina luxury Dhow Cruise Dinner (catamaran): $51
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari Tour with Shows & Buffet Dinner: $60
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $60
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $68
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $70
- Abu Dhabi 4x4 Desert Safari BBQ Dinner , Camel Ride , Belly Dance: $75
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari & Dinner Under the Stars: $77
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $81
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Dinner: $84
Typical Food Prices in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Fruit$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $28
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $30
- La Paz Cultural Food Tour : $65
- Real Street Food Tour La Paz: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39La Paz $16
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
- Admission Ticket To Qasr Al Hosn Abu Dhabi: $20
- Full Day Abu Dhabi City & Louvre Museum Tour: $90
- Private Full Day Dubai city tour: $229
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $279
- Yas island abu dhabi 1/2/3 park admission tickets : $95
- 1 Day 2 Yas Island Park Tickets Combo: $130
- 45 minutes Yas Experience: $42
- 8 Hours Al Ain City Tour without lunch : $117
- 20 Minutes Rolls Royce Jet Car Tour: $204
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $32
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $43
Tours and Activities in La Paz
For La Paz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Walking tour of the city of La Paz: $2.50
- Walking city tour La Paz: $2.50
- La Paz Half-Day Walking Tour: $3.00
- La Paz City Walking Tour Including Historical Streets: $5.00
- Be a Local - La Paz Walking Tour: $8.00
- Be a Local Walking Tour: $8.00
- City Tour plus Cable Car La Paz: $10
- La Paz and El Alto: Cable Car Rides and Walking Tour: $10
- La Paz Walking City tour plus Cable cars: $10
- Titicaca Lake - Bus Ticket - From La Paz City - Ow: $12
- Street Food Walking Tour: $19
- Half Day Guided Tour in El Alto City: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13La Paz $11
Sample the Local Flavors in La Paz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in La Paz:
- Cultural Pub Crawl La Paz Nightlife Tour : $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and La Paz, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is La Paz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and La Paz is in South America, 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 La Paz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Paz 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 La Paz.
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 La Paz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or La Paz?
La Paz has a larger population, and is about 35% larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and La Paz, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.