Which place is cheaper, Austin 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.
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Should you visit Addis Ababa or Austin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Austin, 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 Austin?
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.
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $34Austin $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $34, while the average daily cost in Austin is $167. 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 Austin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $19Austin $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $38Austin $112
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Austin
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Austin? 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 Austin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.36Austin $47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $34
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $17
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $40
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $35
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $152
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- Austin Texas Airport Transfer Premium Black SUV: $189
- Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels: $80
- AUS Airport Private Transfer to Austin(downtown): $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Austin?
Prices for flights to both Austin 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
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Food Meals for one dayAddis Ababa $13Austin $60
Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:
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Slice of Cake$0.05
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
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $60
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Flavors of Ethiopia Explore Traditional Cooking Class : $67
- Ethiopian cooking class: $68
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $68
- Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $90
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Austin: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Tap Room in Austin: $75
- Austin South Congress Walking Food Tour for Small Groups: $95
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $95
- Austin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Secret Food Tour: $104
- Secret Food Tour of South Congress: $114
- Taste & Sounds of the Chitlin Circuit: Music & Food Tour: $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.47Austin $28
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers: $25
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa Cultural Discovery Tour: $39
- Entoto hill and Mercato Market layover tour: $41
- Half day Addis Ababa Layover city tour: $41
- Addis Ababa DayTours with Hotel/Airport pick up and drop off: $45
- Addis Ababa half day tour: $45
- Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
- Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour: $50
- Addis Ababa City Tour: $50
- Local Food Open-Air Market, City Tours &More: $52
- Addis Ababa City Tour. : $52
- Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 30 Minute Private Tour F1 Circuit of the Americas: $265
- Austin Art & Architecture Bicycle Tour: $56
- Austin Biker Gang E-Bike Tour: $79
- Austin E-Bike Brunch Tour : $118
- Austin E-Bike Foodie Tour : $128
- Austin E-Bike Tour: $75
- Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride: $70
- Austin Family Explorer Private Magical Urban Adventure Tour: $249
- Austin Ghosts Spirits & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour: $27
- Austin Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour: $32
- Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours: $68
- Austin Guided Outdoor Climbing Experience: $127
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.86Austin $28
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 ): $58
- Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Sixth Street Spree Austin Bar Crawl: $12
- Austin Rainey Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $27
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Austin’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Lost Legends of Texas Pub Crawl in Austin: $35
- Austin's Bachelorette Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- McKinnie-Gene's Paranormal Pub Crawl: $35
- Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin: $39
- Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $43
- Austin Bar Crawl: Austin's 6th Street Bar Crawl: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Austin, we can see that Austin 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 Austin is in North 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 Austin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Austin 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 Austin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Austin?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Austin. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Austin, 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.