Which place is cheaper, Munnar 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 Munnar?
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 Munnar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Munnar?
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.
Munnar
The name Munnar brings the picture of vast tea estates in front of our eyes. The hilly region is full of tea plantations which spread across acres and acres. The misty valleys in between add beauty to the greenery along with clouds. With the soul-stirring surrounding and panoramic charm of nature, Munnar is enriched with an opulent floral beauty. The green tea meadows make it even more vibrant. If you want to sleep in the lap of nature for some time amid the utmost serenity, no other place in Kerala can be better than Munnar. So, unleash yourself here and get the most of it.
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 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Abu Dhabi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Munnar $32
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Munnar is $32. 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 Munnar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Munnar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Munnar $22
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Munnar
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Munnar? 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 Munnar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Munnar $4.44
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 from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Bab Al Shams resort: $278
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Alain: $269
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi From Dubai Included Transfer and Tickets: $235
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Dubai in Luxury Van: $230
- Warner Bros World and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
- Miracle Garden And Global Village Dubai Tour With Transfers From Abu Dhabi: $200
- Ferrari World, Yas and Warner Bros Word Tickets with Transfer: $200
- Abu Dhabi Combo Ticket: Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld with transfers: $195
- Dubai Full Day Trip from City Tour with Transfers: $190
- Miracle Garden Dubai Tour from Abu Dhabi with Private Transfers: $190
- Louvre Museum and Qasr Al Watan Tour With Private Transfers: $170
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munnar
Also for Munnar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer to/from CochinAirport(COK): $48
- Kochi to Munnar Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Munnar?
Prices for flights to both Munnar 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 $78Munnar $15
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 BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $50
- Experience Abu Dhabi Yas Island by Dhow Cruise at Sea with Dinner: $55
- Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise Abu Dhabi Yas Island: $56
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride and Live Shows: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Evening Desert Safari Camel Ride Dinner Live Shows in Abu Dhabi: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- 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 Munnar
For Munnar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $19
- Kerala Traditional village cooking class (Munnar): $20
- Kerala: Cooking Class in Munnar: $22
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Munnar $11
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
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $47
- Abu Dhabi Aladdin Tour: Grand Mosque, Etihad, Palace, & Louvre: $119
- Abu Dhabi All in One Tour Tradition to Innovation: $199
- Abu Dhabi City Essentials Half day tour from Abu Dhabi: $44
- Abu Dhabi City Tour: $227
- Abu Dhabi City Tour A Private Day Trip from Dubai: $279
Tours and Activities in Munnar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Munnar.
- Medium Hard Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $9.76
- Half day trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $11
- Half Day Hiking in Munnar Trekking Tour: $13
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info): $14
- Tea trail, Tea Factory, and Tea Tasting Tour: $14
- Sunrise Trekking Adventure with Breakfast: $17
- Munnar Tea-trail Tour: $20
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour , Tea factory visit & Tea Tasting: $20
- Top station tour (munnar valley Trekking & Tours): $20
- Fullday Trekking in munnar (munnar valley Trekking & Tours): $22
- Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours): $27
- From Agra: Fatehpur Sikri & Agra Local Market Half-Day Tour: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Munnar $5.33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Munnar, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Munnar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Munnar 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 Munnar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Munnar 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 Munnar.
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 Munnar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Munnar?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Munnar. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Munnar, 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.