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

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Caracas?

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

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

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.

Caracas

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.

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Which place is cheaper, Caracas 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

Caracas Prices
Venezuela Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Addis Ababa $36

Caracas $0.00

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Caracas is $0.00. 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 Caracas in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Addis Ababa $20

Caracas -
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Addis Ababa $40

Caracas $0.00

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Caracas

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Caracas? 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.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.53

Caracas -

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:

Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $19
Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $15
Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $35
City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $36
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: $135

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Caracas?

Prices for flights to both Caracas 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

Caracas -

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
Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show: $77
Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $81
Addis Ababa Private City Tour with Immersive Cooking Class Lunch: $85
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

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.65

Caracas -

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

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

Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $36
Addis Ababa city tour.: $49
Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
Best of Merkato Addis Guided Tour: $50
Guided City Tour: $52
Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $54
Authentic Addis Ababa City Tour with a Local Guide: $55
4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $59
Ethiopia Half-Day Market Food & Coffee Ceremony Tours: $60
Limalimo ethiopia tours: Full-Day Addis Ababa City Tour: $60
City Highlights and Market Tour: $60
Layover Tour with National Museum & Mercato: $60

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Addis Ababa $3.01

Caracas -

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

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

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 Caracas Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Caracas?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Caracas. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Caracas, 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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