Which place is cheaper, Baltimore or Addis Ababa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Addis Ababa or Baltimore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Baltimore, 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 Baltimore?
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.
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Historical Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $32Baltimore $184
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $32, while the average daily cost in Baltimore is $184. 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 Baltimore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $21Baltimore $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $42Baltimore $186
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Baltimore
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Baltimore? 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 Baltimore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.74Baltimore $21
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$0.25
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
- 4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
- Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $26
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $111
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Transfer Airport Washington DC- New York: $1,200
- Transfer Washington DC- New York: $800
- Airport Transfer Baltimore/Washington International Airport BWI to Washington,DC: $240
- Transfer BWI International Airport: $220
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
- Airport transfer to or from Silver Spring, MD & Reagan Airport(DCA): $200
- Transfer BWI International Airport Sedan: $190
- Transfer Dulles IAD International Airport: $190
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Ronald Reagan Airport: $174
- Airport Transfer BWI Airport to Baltimore Downtown Area Only: $160
- Airport Transfer Downtown Baltimore to BWI Airport: $160
- Private Transfer to BWI or Washington DC/Airports: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Baltimore?
Prices for flights to both Baltimore 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 $8.35Baltimore $46
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$0.06
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:
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Culinary Class and Food Tour in Addis Ababa : $82
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
- Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116
- Private Ethiopian Home Cooking Class in Addis Ababa with Transfer: $124
- Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Coffee Ceremony at a Home in Addis Ababa: $168
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $59
- Federal Hill Food Tour: $71
- Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $73
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $74
- Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $74
- Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $88
- Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home: $106
- Discover Fells Point Culinary Food Tour: $109
- Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $112
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $133
- Baltimore New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.86Baltimore $18
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Addis,Merkato City tour: $39
- Low- Cost Guiding Tour to Merkato : $55
- Half Day City Tour of Addis Ababa : $60
- Addis Ababa Group City Day Tour: $65
- Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $70
- Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour: $70
- Addis Ababa Guided City Tour With Airport & Hotel Pick Up: $70
- Addis Ababa Half Day Shopping Tour: $70
- Addis Ababa City tour: $72
- Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour: $75
- Addis Ababa City Tours: $75
- Addis Food Tasting Tour : $79
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Baltimore Driving Tour: History, Heroes, and Harbor Views: $17
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise Tour: $110
- Baltimore Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $92
- Baltimore Monuments Walking Tour: $20
- Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game Ticket at Oriole Park: $66
- Baltimore Ravens Football Game Ticket at M&T Bank Stadium: $138
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Baltimore Signature Lunch Cruise: $76
- Baltimore Walking Foodie Tour in Fells Point: $104
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Baltimore's Historical Sightseeing Tour: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $3.19Baltimore $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
- Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $30
- From Patapsco Region Wine Tour with Lunch: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Baltimore, we can see that Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Baltimore 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 Baltimore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Baltimore?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Baltimore, 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.