Which place is cheaper, Faro 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 Faro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Faro, 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 Faro?
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.
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Addis Ababa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $29Faro $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $29, while the average daily cost in Faro is $185. 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 Faro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $16Faro $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $32Faro $172
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Faro
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Faro? 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 Faro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $2.80Faro $11
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$0.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Golf Club Experience with Hotel Transfer: $100
- Addis Ababa Layover Tour: Mercato Market & Airport Transfer: $77
- Luxury Private Mercedes Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $75
- Private Tour with Local Guide and Transfers: $65
- Photography Tour with Guide & Transfer: $62
- Private Addis Ababa Airport Transfer: $55
- Customizable Layover Tour with Transfers: $55
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- Cultural Show and Jazz Night with Transfers: $44
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $39
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $35
- Bole International Airport to Addis Ababa Private Transfer: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Algarve to Seville Private Transfer Up To 4 Stops: $295
- Transfer From Faro Algarve To Lisbon: $295
- Private Transfer from Faro Airport to Lisbon: $265
- Private transfer: Faro to Seville: $259
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Huelva: $217
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Vila do Bispo: $213
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Quinta Falzina: $213
- Algarve to Lisbon Private Transfer Up to 4 Stops: $212
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Islantilla: $204
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Burgau: $202
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Budens: $202
- Private transfers between Faro and Huelva: $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Faro?
Prices for flights to both Faro 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 $11Faro $72
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$0.04
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:
- Authentic Ethiopian Cooking Class with a Local Host: $47
- Addis Eats Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- Addis Ababa Food Tour: Ethiopian Cuisine, Coffee & Drinks: $50
- Addis Eats Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $50
- Berbere Bites Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $50
- Flavors of Ethiopia: Hands-On Cooking Class in Addis Ababa: $55
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $60
- Addis Ababa Ethiopian Food Cooking Class and Kitchen Tour: $60
- Addis Ababa Cooking, Coffee & Traditional Drink Tasting: $65
- Addis Ababa Food Tour: Eat Like a Local: $70
- Ethiopian Cooking Class with Coffee Ceremony: $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olhão Fish Market & Food Tour: $111
- Faro Food Tour & Drinks and City highlights 10 Tastings: $117
- Algarve Private Wine and Food Tour From Faro: $212
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $2.89Faro $11
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- • Ethiopia Danakil Experience: Fire, Salt & Color Adventure: $450
- • Explore the Wild: 5-Day Chebera Churchura Adventure Tours: $1,775
- "Awash National Park Safari Experience": $280
- 14-Days Northern Ethiopia Tours: $1,580
- 2-Day Wenchi Crater Lake & Ethiopian Highland Experience: $300
- 2-Day: Addis Ababa city tour & Debre Libanos with Lunch: $265
- 2-Night 3-Day Danakil Depression Tour without Flights: $300
- 3 Day Private Meskel Festival, Addis Ababa City and Debre Libanos Monastery Tour: $300
- 3-Day Addis Ababa — Monastery, Gorge & Crater Lake Tour: $1,650
- 3-Day Awash National Park Wildlife & Hot Springs Tour: $730
- 3-Day Coffee Farm & Local Culture Experience in Yirgalem: $288
- 3-Day Lalibela Rock-hewn churches and Addis Ababa City Tour.: $890
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- 1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa: $33
- 2 Hours Kayak Island Tour in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa: $77
- Adventure Tour Serra de Monchique: $100
- Algarve Buggy Tours: $236
- Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour: $69
- Algarve Uncovered: Coast, Culture, and Villages Tour: $1.16
- Algarve and Tavira East Coast Private Tour From Faro: $212
- Algarve: 4x4 Adventure, Flamingos, Salt Pans & Local Tasting: $81
- Amoreira River Kayak Tour: $59
- Amoreira River Stand Up Paddle Tour: $59
- Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast: $59
- Benagil Caves, Carvoeiro and Algar Seco Private Tour From Algarve: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.38Faro $3.62
Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Addis Ababa:
- Pastry, Chocolate, and Wine Tour with Pickup: $60
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $24
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $29
- Algarve Wine Tasting - Curated Wines & Pairings (Faro): $53
- Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting: $99
- Portuguese Wine Tasting& Tapas in the heart of Faro: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Faro, we can see that Faro 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 Faro 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro 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 Faro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Faro?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Faro. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Faro, 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.