Should I Visit Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France, 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 Fort-de-France?

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.

Fort-de-France

As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.

Which place is cheaper, Fort-de-France 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

Fort-de-France Prices
Martinique Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Addis Ababa $36

Fort-de-France $203

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Fort-de-France is $203. 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 Fort-de-France in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Addis Ababa $19

Fort-de-France $82
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Addis Ababa $38

Fort-de-France $164

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Fort-de-France

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France? 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 Fort-de-France Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.47

Fort-de-France $16

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:

Short Taxi Ride

$0.23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $135
Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $37
Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $25
Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France

Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $68
Private Transfer from Martinique Airport to Fort de France Port: $68
Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France?

Prices for flights to both Fort-de-France 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 $13

Fort-de-France $105

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:

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:

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
Ethiopian cooking class: $68
Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $83
Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $86
Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
Mount Entoto View Point, Museum Palace Local Market & Food Tours : $99
Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France

For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.58

Fort-de-France $32

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

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

Addis Ababa City Tours Full-Day Tours : $100
Fullday VIP Tour to The Unity Park, Friendship Park, Entoto park: $188
Go where thelocalsgo, Eatwhat the localseat!open MarketTour&More: $72
"Awash National Park Safari Experience": $280
1 Day Addis Ababa City Tour: $180
2 Days Awash National Park Safari Tours: $295
2 Days Private Tour in Addis Ababa Ethiopia: $151
3 Days Trekking Simien Mountains Tours: $240
4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $65
4 Hours Addis Ababa highlights city tour from Bole airport: $75
A Guided Tour of Addis Ababa That Includes a City Viewpoint: $59
A guided tour of Addis Abeba that includes a city viewpoint: $69

Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.

Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
Beachcombing in Paradise South Caribbean V.I.P Tour: $288
Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $63
Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
App-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
Half-Day Martinique Dolphin & Volcano Cruise: $76
Fully Flexible Private North tour & Pigeon Island Park Tour: $110
Glide into adventure: Hiking and natural slides: $162
Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
Karaib Tour: $66
Mangrove Guided Tour: $43

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Addis Ababa $2.96

Fort-de-France $10

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:

Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $120

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Fort-de-France, we can see that Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Fort-de-France would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Fort-de-France?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Fort-de-France. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Fort-de-France, 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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