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

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Bratislava?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Bratislava, 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 Bratislava?

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.

Bratislava

The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Slovakia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Slovakia.


Which place is cheaper, Bratislava 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.

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Bratislava is $162. 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 Bratislava in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Addis Ababa $19
    Bratislava $51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Addis Ababa $38
    Bratislava $102
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Bratislava

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Bratislava? 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.

Hotels in Addis Ababa


Hotels in Bratislava


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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 Bratislava Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Addis Ababa $3.47
    Bratislava $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

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


  • 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:

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:

  • Bratislava-Budapest One-Way Sightseeing Transfer: $281
  • Bratislava Airport to TurĨianske Teplice Arrival Private Transfer: $208
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest with 2h of Sightseeing: $193
  • Budapest: Transfer to Prague via scenic Bratislava: $141
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna, 2h Stop in Schlosshof: $119
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport, 2 Hour Stop: $105
  • Bratislava Airport BTS to Piestany - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City: $98
  • Private Direct Transfer From Bratislava to Vienna City Center: $83
  • Private Direct Transfer From Bratislava to Vienna Airport: $70
  • Airport to Hotel Private Transfer Service: $34

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Bratislava?

Prices for flights to both Bratislava 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 $13
    Bratislava $82
Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

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


  • 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
  • Ethiopian cooking class: $61
  • Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
  • Flavors of Ethiopia Explore Traditional Cooking Class : $67
  • Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
  • Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $82
  • Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $90
  • 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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava

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

  • Vegan Bratislava Food Tour: $99
  • Local Beer & Food Tour: $135
  • Bratislava Traditional Food Tour: $167

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Addis Ababa $3.58
    Bratislava $32

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

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

  • Explore Addis Ababa full day city tour: $43
  • Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $46
  • Best of Merkato Addis Guided Tour: $46
  • Guided City Tour: $48
  • Addis Ababa city tour.: $49
  • Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
  • City tour of Addis, Transit in Addis by car: $51
  • Historical and sightseeing tour in Addis Ababa: $53
  • Addis Ababa City Tour. : $54
  • Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $54
  • Authentic Addis Ababa City Tour with a Local Guide: $55
  • Half Day Addis Ababa Tour: $55

Tours and Activities in Bratislava

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

  • Bratislava Premium Private Walking Tour, 4 hours: $214
  • Magic Christmas tour in Komarno: $223
  • Banska Stiavnica from Bratislava, UNESCO Day Tour: $240
  • Big Castle Tour in Bratislava by Presporacik Sightseeing Vehicle: $17
  • Bratislava - Bike Tour: $52
  • Bratislava - Top Sights Guided Tour: $88
  • Bratislava 2 hours walking tour with beer tasting: $58
  • Bratislava Card with Public Transport Option & Walking Tour: $24
  • Bratislava Castle in 1 Day - Walking Tour Audioguide 7 languages: $7.81
  • Bratislava City Guided Tour: $167
  • Bratislava City Private Walking Tour: $41
  • Bratislava City Sightseeing Afternoon Walking Tour: $26

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Addis Ababa $2.96
    Bratislava $19

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:

  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $13
  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $13
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $16
  • Wine Tasting in city center: $16
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier in Bratislava: $16
  • Bratislava Wine Tasting in City Center: $16
  • Wine Tasting Experience in the Dark: $24
  • wine tasting experience in the dark: $24
  • Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $24
  • Wine tasting in the dark! (in German): $24
  • Bratislava 3-Hour Wine Tasting: $99
  • Devin Castle Tour with Wine Tasting: $151


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Bratislava, we can see that Bratislava 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 Bratislava is in Europe, 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 Bratislava would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bratislava 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 Bratislava Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Bratislava?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Bratislava. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Bratislava, 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.