Which place is cheaper, Casablanca 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 Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Casablanca, 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 Casablanca?
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.
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Addis Ababa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $32Casablanca $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $32, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $95. 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 Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $17Casablanca $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $34Casablanca $94
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Casablanca? 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 Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.10Casablanca $12
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$0.21
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 transfer and shuttle service(privet): $23
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $23
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $40
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $154
- 4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.75
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Taxi Ride$8.86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Casablanca Airport To Tangier: $290
- Private transfer from Casablanca to Marrakech: $280
- Transfer Private From Casablanca To Tangier: $275
- Private Transfer from Casablanca (CMN) Airport to Marrakech: $265
- Private Transfer from Casablanca to Marrakesh Menara (RAK) Airport: $254
- Private Transfer from Casablanca (CMN) Airport to Kenitra: $244
- One-Way Transfer from Casablanca to Fez via rabat : $241
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Casablanca Airport: $240
- Transfer Casablanca Marrakech : $240
- Private transfer Fes to Casablanca: $240
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Chefchaouen: $239
- Private Transfer Casablanca to Tangier via Chefchaouen (Optional): $222
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca 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 $12Casablanca $37
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:
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $54
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Flavors of Ethiopia Explore Traditional Cooking Class : $67
- Addis Ababa Ethiopian cooking class Airport & hotel pick up: $68
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $70
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $75
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $76
- Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $77
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Nightlife Tour with Dinner and Live Music: $99
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.32
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Lunch$9.96
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Casablanca Night Tour with Andalusian Dinner Show: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $60
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $71
- Authentic Moroccan Food Tour in Casablanca with Dinner: $71
- Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $75
- Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $100
- Explore Casablanca Night Spa Relaxing Hammam and Dinner Included: $100
- Dinner and DJ Night on The James Rooftop An Elevated Casablanca : $108
- Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
- Casablanca Private Night Tour with Traditional Dinner: $144
- Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $146
- Casablanca Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.20Casablanca $9.89
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Tour: $30
- 5 hours Addis Ababa Layover city tour: $36
- Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $38
- Mercato Market & National museum Guided Tour with Coffee Tasting: $40
- Sightseeing Walking Tour: $40
- Open-bus Tour and Cycling: $41
- Local Food Open Market, City Tours & More.: $42
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa Cultural Discovery Tour: $42
- Merkato Addis Ababa Guided Tour: $42
- Mercato Market Guided Tour with Coffee Tasting: $43
- Entoto hill and Mercato Market layover tour: $45
- Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers: $45
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Amazing Morocco tour in 7 days must see : $114
- Casablanca Layover Tour Hassan II Mosque and Centuries-Old Bath: $135
- Casablanca Morocco Tour : $87
- Shared Day Trip To Fes From Casablanca or Rabat with Guided Tour: $154
- 11 Km Guided Bike Tour in Lively Casablanca: $39
- 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
- 8 Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca via Chefchaouen & Desert: $154
- Casablanca 4 Hours Private Tour with Port Pick up: $144
- Casablanca City Tour - Let's travel: $78
- Casablanca City Tour with Couscous Meal and Souvenir Gift: $18
- Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Ticket: $68
- Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.64Casablanca -
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca 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 Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Addis Ababa. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Casablanca, 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.