Which place is cheaper, Denver 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 Denver?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Denver, 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 Denver?
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.
Denver
The capital of Colorado, Denver is commonly referred to as "The Mile-High City" because it is at an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,600 meters) above sea level. It also sits where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, giving a beautiful backdrop for this metropolitan city. The city is the largest in the Rocky Mountains with a population of more than 600,000 and nearly 3 million in the metropolitan area. Denver is a cosmopolitan city with cowboy roots. It's cultural scene is thriving, and the outdoor recreation in the area is superb. Denver is a rapidly growing city but with change comes challenges. Urban sprawl is a problem and the city's infrastructure has reached its limits. Still, efforts are in place to maintain the character and personality that Denver is known for.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, and The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America.
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Addis Ababa Prices
Ethiopia PricesDenver Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $36Denver $248
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Denver is $248. 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 Denver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $20Denver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $40Denver $174
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Denver
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Denver? 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 Denver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.53Denver $101
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 Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $16
- Addis Shuttles: On-Time & Reliable, Airport Transfers: $19
- Addis Ababa Airport Transfer and pickup: $19
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $21
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- Bole Airport Transfer: $25
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $26
- 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: $139
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Denver
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Denver:
- Denver Airport Transfer To/From Aspen for 6-14 Sprinter Van: $1,950
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Denver hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $295
- Denver Airport (DEN): Private Transfer to Denver hotels: $249
- Private One Way Transfer From and To Denver Colorado: $200
- Private One-way Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport: $171
- Denver hotel or address to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $148
- Private City Tour in Denver with Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Luxury Van: $134
- Private Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer: Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Luxury Van: $134
- Private Transfer Denver International Airport DEN to Denver City: $116
- Private Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Business Car: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Denver?
Prices for flights to both Denver 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 $14Denver $73
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:
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Ethiopia Half-Day Market Tour Food Tour & Coffee Ceremony Tours: $60
- Mom's cooking class: $60
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- City Tour, Food Tour, Shopping Mercato Market : $72
- 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: $83
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Ethiopian cooking class: $95
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
Typical Food Prices in Denver
Some typical examples of dining costs in Denver are as follows:
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Sushi Dinner (for 2)$61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Denver
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Denver.
- Denver : Hands-on Cooking Classes With Chef Kevin: $60
- LoHi Neighborhood Food Tour: $71
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $79
- Mystery Puzzle Food Tour in Golden, CO: $80
- Denver RiNo Arts District Food Tour: $80
- Downtown Denver Food Tour: $80
- walking Secret Food Tour: $95
- Dinner Food Tour in RiNo Denver : $99
- RiNo Evening Food Tour with a Local Guide: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.64Denver $52
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
- Authentic Addis Ababa City Tour with a Local Guide: $44
- Limalimo ethiopia tours: $46
- Addis Ababa city tour.: $49
- Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
- Best of Addis Privet Guided city Tour: $50
- City tour of Addis, Transit in Addis by car: $51
- Best of Merkato Addis Guided Tour: $52
- Best of Addis Ababa City Tour: $53
- Guided City Tour: $54
- Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $54
- Addis Ababa highlights of the city tour: $56
Tours and Activities in Denver
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Denver are as follows:
- Small-Group Cocktail Tour in Denver: $99
- 2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver: $28
- 3 Hour Whiskey and History Tour: $99
- Best of Denver Walking Tour: $27
- Bike and Booze Tour of RiNo & Downtown: $95
- Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver: $139
- Colorado Avalanche Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Ball Arena: $54
- Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver: $99
- Colorado: Red Rocks, Dinosaur Tracks, & Gold Mine Tour: $169
- Denver Art and Culture Odyssey: Private Walking Tour: $254
- Denver Art and Culture Odyssey: Private Walking Tour: $498
- Denver Botanic Gardens General Admission Ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $3.01Denver $5.31
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
- Locally crafted beer and wine tasting and nightlife in Addis tour: $85
Sample the Local Flavors in Denver
Also in Denver, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Denver Pub Crawl in RiNo Arts District: $25
- Downtown Denver Pub Crawl - Food & Drinks Included!: $26
- California Vs. Colorado Wine Tasting: $30
- Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Denver Street Art & Murals Tour + Brewery Visit/Beer Tasting: $39
- Golden Ghosts & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $45
- Wild West Pub Crawl in Golden: $65
- Buds & Brews Cannabis Grow Tour and Brewery Visit: $67
- Wine Tasting with Cheese, Charcuterie, and Dessert : $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Denver, we can see that Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Denver 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 Denver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Denver?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Denver. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Denver, 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.