Should I Visit Addis Ababa or Asuncion for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Asuncion, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and also the nation's largest when ranked by its population of over three million. There are also more than 120 international missions and embassies in Addis Ababa, making the city a hub for international diplomacy concerning Africa. Other draws include its thriving marketplaces, spicy food, and rich coffee.

Asuncion

Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.

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Which place is cheaper, Asuncion or Addis Ababa?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Addis Ababa Prices
Ethiopia Prices

Asuncion Prices
Paraguay Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Addis Ababa $36

Asuncion $75

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Asuncion is $75. 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 Addis Ababa and Asuncion in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Addis Ababa $20

Asuncion $21
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Addis Ababa $40

Asuncion $42

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Asuncion

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Asuncion? 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: Addis Ababa Hotel Prices and Asuncion Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.53

Asuncion $8.23

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:

Short Taxi Ride

$0.24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $35
City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $36
Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $15
Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $16
Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Prices for flights to both Asuncion and Addis Ababa 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

Addis Ababa $14

Asuncion $28

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:

Slice of Cake

$0.06

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

For Addis Ababa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
Ethiopian cooking class: $61
Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $81
Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116
Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $120
HALF DAY + DINNER Addis Ababa City Tour: $140
Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Coffee Ceremony at a Home in Addis Ababa: $168

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.65

Asuncion $15

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.

Addis Ababa City Tours Full-Day Tours : $113
Airport Layover Tour | Addis highlights, National Palace, Coffee Ceremony: $200
Fullday VIP Tour to The Unity Park, Friendship Park, Entoto park: $188
"Awash National Park Safari Experience": $280
1 Day Addis Ababa City Tour: $180
2 Day Private Tour in Addis Ababa Ethiopia: $151
2 Days Awash National Park Safari Tours: $311
2 Days Gheralta Tour Hidden Churches in Northern Ethiopia: $240
3 Day Private Meskel Festival, Addis Ababa City and Debre Libanos Monastery Tour: $300
3 Days Meskel Festival Package-Addis Ababa City Tour/Debre Libanos Monastery: $256
4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $59
4 Hours Addis Ababa highlights city tour from Bole airport: $75

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $34
Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $33
Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $110
Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $115
Day Tour “Cerrito”: $231
Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $230

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Addis Ababa $3.01

Asuncion $9.66

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Addis Ababa:

Pub-crawl Tour ( locally crafted beer and wine tasting ): $52
Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65

Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:

Beer

$1.14

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Asuncion, we can see that Asuncion is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Addis Ababa is in Africa and Asuncion 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 Addis Ababa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Addis Ababa 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 Asuncion would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asuncion than you might in Addis Ababa.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Addis Ababa Expensive? and Is Asuncion Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 86% larger than the population of Asuncion. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Asuncion, 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.

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Addis Ababa vs. Asuncion for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

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

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Addis Ababa

Asuncion

Which place is cheaper, Asuncion or Addis Ababa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Asuncion

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Addis Ababa vs. Asuncion for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

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

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Addis Ababa

Asuncion

Which place is cheaper, Asuncion or Addis Ababa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Asuncion

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Asuncion?

Related Articles for Asuncion

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