Which place is cheaper, Dallas 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 Dallas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Dallas, 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 Dallas?
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.
Dallas
Located in the north central part of the state, Dallas is a prominent city in Texas and is one of the most populated metropolitan areas in the United States of America. The business reputation of Dallas rose from its historical status as the center for cotton and oil industries. It was also positioned among numerous railroads.
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Addis Ababa Prices
Ethiopia PricesDallas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $36Dallas $166
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Dallas is $166. 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 Dallas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $20Dallas $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $40Dallas $168
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Dallas
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Dallas? 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 Dallas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.53Dallas $28
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$0.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Addis Shuttles: On-Time & Reliable, Airport Transfers: $19
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $21
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $26
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $26
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $30
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dallas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dallas:
- Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW): Transfer to Dallas: $201
- Arrival Private Transfer Dallas Airport DAL to Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $135
- Dallas Airport (DFW) to Plano / Allen -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $134
- Arrival Transfer: Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas by Luxury SUV: $126
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Luxury SUV: $124
- Departure Private Transfer: Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Luxury SUV: $124
- Private Transfer Fort Worth Airport DFW to Downtown Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $109
- Arrival Private Transfer: Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $104
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $103
- One Way DFW Airport to Hotel Private Transfer: $100
- Private Transfer Fort Worth Airport DFW to Downtown Dallas by Luxury Vehicle: $92
- Private Transfer Downtown Dallas to Fort Worth Airport DFW Luxury Vehicle: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Dallas?
Prices for flights to both Dallas 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 $14Dallas $61
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:
- Dinner Cultural shows and best Nightlife : $21
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $50
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Mom's cooking class: $60
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $70
- City Tour, Food Tour, Shopping Mercato Market : $72
- Addis Ababa Private City Tour with Immersive Cooking Class Lunch: $77
- Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show: $77
- Culinary Class and Food Tour in Addis Ababa : $82
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $84
- Ethiopian cooking class: $95
Typical Food Prices in Dallas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dallas are as follows:
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Cowboys Stadium Tour (for 2)$55
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Whataburger Lunch (family of 4)$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dallas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dallas.
- Secret Food Tour of Dallas with Private Tour Option: $99
- Grapevine Foodie and Winery Tour with Food Tours of America : $99
- Dallas Secret Food Tour: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.64Dallas $13
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: $23
- Best of Merkato Addis Guided Tour: $41
- Limalimo ethiopia tours: $46
- Addis Ababa city tour.: $49
- Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
- City tour of Addis, Transit in Addis by car: $51
- Best of Addis Ababa City Tour: $53
- Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $54
- Guided City Tour: $54
- Addis Ababa highlights of the city tour: $56
- Guided: Addis Ababa City Tour: $58
- Best of Addis Privet Guided city Tour: $59
Tours and Activities in Dallas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dallas are as follows:
- 2 Hour Dallas Night Sightseeing E-Scooter Tour: $90
- 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour : $28
- 3-Hour Ropes Course & Zip Line Adventure : $60
- 3hr Dallas Cowboys Stadium Small Group Tour with Transportation: $108
- Combination Southfork Ranch and Dallas/JFK Highlights Tour: $145
- Dallas Bicycle Tours Holiday Light Ride w/ E-Bike Rental: $50
- Dallas Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $114
- Dallas JFK Assassination & History E-Bike Tour: $60
- Dallas JFK Assassination& History Scooter Tour: $60
- Dallas Mural E-Bike Tour: $60
- Dallas Mural Fat-Tire Scooter Tour: $70
- Dallas Original Food, Wine and History Walking Tour: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $3.01Dallas $12
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
- Pub crawl Addis Ababa: $69
Sample the Local Flavors in Dallas
Also in Dallas, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 1-Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Dallas: $38
- Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum and Downtown Dallas: $55
- Dallas Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Dallas, we can see that Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dallas 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 Dallas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Dallas?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Dallas. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Dallas, 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.