Should I Visit Abu Dhabi or Yangon for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

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 Yangon can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

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.

Yangon

Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and economic center for the nation of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The city is a mix of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is host to beautiful 19th-century colonial architecture as well as modern skyscrapers. The people of Yangon mainly follow the Buddhist religion and it is common to see monks wandering along the busy streets amidst gilded temples.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to United Arab Emirates, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United Arab Emirates.

Which place is cheaper, Yangon 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.

Abu Dhabi Prices
UAE Prices

Yangon Prices
Myanmar Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Abu Dhabi $197

Yangon $45

The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Yangon is $45. 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 Yangon in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Abu Dhabi $98

Yangon $20
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Abu Dhabi $196

Yangon $40

Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Yangon

Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Yangon? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Abu Dhabi $20

Yangon $1.54

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:

Car Rental

$31
Taxi to Airport

$14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:

Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer (Within Abu Dhabi Only): $19
Private One-way Abu Dhabi Transfer To Abu Dhabi Airport: $25
Abu Dhabi Airport Private Arrival Transfer to Any Hotel in UAE: $27
Abu Dhabi Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
Transfer Abu Dhabi City Center to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $28
Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport(AUH) to Abu Dhabi City Center: $28
Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket with Transfers Option: $33
Arrival Transfer Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Abu Dhabi by Car or SUV: $40
Abu Dhabi Airport Transfers: $40
Private Transfer Service from Abu Dhabi Airport to Dubai Hotels: $41
Kidzania Abu Dhabi with Optional Private Transfer: $50
Private One-way Abu Dhabi Airport Transfer To Abu Dhabi: $50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:

Bagan Airport Transfer with Private Car: $13
Private Arrival Transfer: Bagan Nyaung-U Airport (NYU) to Hotel: $14
Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer : $20
Private Airport Transfer at Yangon Airport to Center of Yangon: $23
Private Arrival Transfer: Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Hotel: $23
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
Private Hotel Transfers to or from YIA Airport: $26
Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer : $27
Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $40
Yangon Airport Private Transfer : $45

Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Prices for flights to both Yangon 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

Food Meals for one day

Abu Dhabi $78

Yangon $11

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: $41
Dubai Marina luxury Dhow Cruise Dinner (catamaran): $49
Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari Tour with Shows & Buffet Dinner: $60
Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner : $65
Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Festival with Dinner: $65
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 Desert safari with BBQ Dinner,Sandboarding & Camel ride: $90
Desert Safari Adventure With Dinner In Dubai: $95
Desert Safari with Sheikh Zayed Festival & Dinner: $95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangon

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yangon.

Morning Yangon Food Tour: $24
Yangon Evening Food Tour and trishaw ride: $26
Yangon morning food tour with train ride : $27
Yangon Street Food Tours: $28
Cooking Myanmar Food and Explore Dala: $46
Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
Cooking Class in Yangon,Myanmar: $67

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Abu Dhabi $39

Yangon -

Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:

Qasr Al Hosn Entry Ticket: $8.17
Qasr Al Hosn Skip the Line Tickets: $13
Qasar Al Hosn Abu Dhabi Entry Tickets: $13
Louvre Join an Express Guided Tour: $14
Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace Abu Dhabi Ticket: $15
Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi Entry Ticket: $16
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket: $16
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket: $16
Sea Breeze Boat Tour: $16
Tickets to Qasr Al Watan & Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi: $17
Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi Entry Ticket: $17
Skip the Line Ticket to Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi : $17

Tours and Activities in Yangon

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:

Authentic Burmese Lunch Experience: $18
Bus Ticket ( Yangon - Mandalay): $21
Yangon Cosmopolitan City Walking Tour: $22
Walk and Ride Yangon Foodie Tour: $25
Morning Eat, Walk & Ride Tour: $25
Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon: $25
Yangon Dala Discovery Tour on Bamboo Bicycles: $31
Half-Day Spiritual Shwedagon Pagoda Join in Tour in Yangon: $33
Yangon Full Day City Tour: $38
Yangon Group Street Food & Walking Tour: $40
Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $42
Yangon Evening Street Food and Market Walking Tour: $43

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Abu Dhabi $13

Yangon -

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Yangon, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Yangon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Yangon 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 Yangon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangon 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 Yangon.

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 Yangon Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Yangon has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Yangon, 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.

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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Abu Dhabi

Yangon

Which place is cheaper, Yangon or Abu Dhabi?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Yangon

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon

Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangon

Entertainment

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Tours and Activities in Yangon

Alcohol

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Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

Abu Dhabi

Yangon

Which place is cheaper, Yangon or Abu Dhabi?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Yangon

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon

Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

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Entertainment

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Tours and Activities in Yangon

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Yangon?

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