Which place is cheaper, Perth or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Perth?
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 Perth can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
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 Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Perth $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Perth is $133. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Perth $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Perth $152
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Perth? 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 Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Perth $25
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:
- Skydive in Abu Dhabi | Tandem Skydive with transfer: $817
- Private Transfer from Qasr Al Sarab to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Fujairah: $274
- Private Transfer from Jebel Dhanna Resort to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Talal Liwa: $274
- Private Transfer from Talal Liwa to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Jebel Dhanna Resort: $274
- Ferrari world & Warner bros. parks with transfer from Dubai: $250
- Abu Dhabi Helicopter Ride with optional Private Transfers: $222
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury Van: $212
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Dubai in Luxury Van: $202
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer from Perth City Hotels to Fremantle Cruise Port : $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $33
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $59
- Perth Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Perth city: $67
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $221
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth : $261
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $45Perth $36
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
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Marina: $46
- 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
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and all Camp Activities : $72
- 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 (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- American BBQ Food Tour: $79
- Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $80
- Swan River Dinner Cruise with Beverages: $112
- Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $114
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $116
- Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Experience a Small Group Tour: $117
- Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $142
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Perth $14
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Full Day City Tour : $100
- Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entrance Ticket: $41
- Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
- Falcon Hospital Tour with Transportation : $101
- Full Day Abu Dhabi City & Louvre Museum Tour: $90
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $234
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hour Ticket/Pass For Yas Water World In Dubai.: $103
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $32
- Abu Dhabi 4G & 5G Data Roaming for Tourist: $11
- Abu Dhabi : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide: $43
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $3.77
- Perth Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.38
- City Exploration Escape Game and Tour: $6.46
- Perth Bell Tower Entry Ticket and Bell Chiming Experience: $12
- Skip the Line: Perth Video Game Console Museum Ticket: $13
- Perth Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Fabulous Fremantle Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- The Perth Mint Gold Tour: $16
- Female trailblazers: self-guided women's history tour of Perth: $17
- Optus Stadium Guided Tour: $19
- The Optus Stadium Tour: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Perth $7.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Little Creatures Brewery Tours : $17
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $63
- Half Day Swan Valley Wine Tour: $64
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $76
- Small-Group Gin Distillery Tour in Perth: $90
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $92
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $130
- VIP Swan Valley Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Wine Tour: $132
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Perth, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Perth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Perth is in Pacific, 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 Perth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Perth 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 Perth.
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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Perth?
Perth has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Abu Dhabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Perth in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Perth. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Perth in the summer. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Perth fluctuates around 25°C (76°F)in January.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Perth. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Perthin January. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 331 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets more rain in July than Perthin January. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Perth in the Autumn?
Both Perth and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Perth for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Perth. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Abu Dhabi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Perth averages at about 19°C (67°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Perth. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Perth during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 219 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Perthin April. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Perth in the Winter?
Both Perth and Abu Dhabi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Perth in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Abu Dhabi is generally a little warmer than Perthin July. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 18°C (64°F), and Perth fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Perthin July. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 166 hours of full sun.
Perth gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Perthin July. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Perth in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Perth for the beaches during these months.
Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Perth in the spring. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Perth fluctuates around 17°C (62°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Perth this time of the year. In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Perth during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 273 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Perthin October. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Abu Dhabi
| Abu Dhabi | Perth | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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