Which place is cheaper, Punjab 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 Punjab?
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 Punjab can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Punjab?
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.
Punjab
Punjab is a state of northwestern India, its name roughly translating to "the land of five rivers." Like much of India, Punjab is thriving with culture evident in its royal palaces, historic monuments, shrines, temples, and more.
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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Punjab $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Punjab is $58. 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 Punjab in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Punjab $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Punjab $40
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Punjab
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Punjab? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Punjab $14
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:
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Dubai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Bab Al Shams resort: $268
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Alain: $259
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Tickets with Private Transfers: $257
- Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Full Day Ferrari world Tour with Private Transfers from Dubai: $251
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury SUV: $216
- Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village Transfers from Abu Dhabi: $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
- Ferrari World Warns Bros Tickets with Transfer: $175
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Punjab?
Prices for flights to both Punjab 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 $78Punjab $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Camel Ride BBQ Dinner: $28
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Dinner: $37
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Red Dunes 4x4 Pick Drop Dinner Shows: $39
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Show: $39
- Abu Dhabi Sunset Desert Safari With Dinner And 5 Live Shows: $43
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $50
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Live Entertainment and BBQ Dinner: $52
- Experience Abu Dhabi Yas Island by Dhow Cruise at Sea with Dinner: $55
- Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise Abu Dhabi Yas Island: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Sandboarding, Camel Ride & Dinner: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Punjab $13
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: $135
- 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
- Abu Dhabi 2 seater Desert Buggy Experience: $200
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $46
- Abu Dhabi Aladdin Tour: Grand Mosque, Etihad, Palace, & Louvre: $119
- Abu Dhabi All in One Tour Tradition to Innovation: $199
- Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing Tour from Abu Dhabi Hotels: $100
- Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing Tour with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: $267
- Abu Dhabi City Tour: $95
- Abu Dhabi City Tour Full Day - Louver Museum & Grand Mosque & Heritage Village: $189
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Punjab $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Punjab, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Punjab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Punjab 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 Punjab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Punjab 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 Punjab.
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 Punjab Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Abu Dhabi or Punjab?
Punjab has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Punjab, 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.