A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Addis Ababa vs. Frankfurt for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Frankfurt?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Frankfurt, 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 Frankfurt?

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.

Frankfurt

Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Frankfurt 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.

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Frankfurt is $157. 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 Frankfurt in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Addis Ababa $20
    Frankfurt $59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Addis Ababa $40
    Frankfurt $118
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Frankfurt

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Frankfurt? 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.

Hotels in Addis Ababa


Hotels in Frankfurt


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Addis Ababa $3.53
    Frankfurt $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

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


  • 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:

  • Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
  • City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $35
  • City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $36
  • Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
  • Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $15
  • Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $16
  • Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
  • 4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
  • Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:


  • Car Rental
    $52

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt

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

  • Vienna: Private transfer to Frankfurt or Frankfurt to Vienna: $717
  • Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $380
  • Frankfurt Highlights Private Car Tour with Airport Transfers: $368
  • Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $272
  • Private transfer b/w Frankfurt to Heidelberg: $203
  • Private Transfer from Frankfurt airport to Heidelberg.: $199
  • Private Transfer from Frankfurt City to Stuttgart City: $196
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $126
  • Frankfurt City to Frankfurt Airport Private Transfer : $83
  • Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Airport FRA by Luxury Van: $77
  • Airport Transfer: Frankfurt to Airport FRA by Luxury Van: $77
  • Arrival Transfer: Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Luxury Van: $77

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Frankfurt?

Prices for flights to both Frankfurt 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 $14
    Frankfurt $73
Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

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


  • 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
  • Ethiopian cooking class: $61
  • Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
  • Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
  • Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $81
  • Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
  • Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
  • Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
  • Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116
  • Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $120
  • HALF DAY + DINNER Addis Ababa City Tour: $140
  • Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Coffee Ceremony at a Home in Addis Ababa: $168

Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Soda
    $2.06
  • Bagel Sandwich and Latte
    $7.22
  • Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee
    $6.19
  • Sandwich and Cola
    $7.22

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $77
  • VEGAN FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $77

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Addis Ababa $3.65
    Frankfurt $37

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 : $113
  • Airport Layover Tour | Addis highlights, National Palace, Coffee Ceremony: $200
  • Fullday VIP Tour to The Unity Park, Friendship Park, Entoto park: $188
  • "Awash National Park Safari Experience": $280
  • 1 Day Addis Ababa City Tour: $180
  • 2 Day Private Tour in Addis Ababa Ethiopia: $151
  • 2 Days Awash National Park Safari Tours: $311
  • 2 Days Gheralta Tour Hidden Churches in Northern Ethiopia: $240
  • 3 Day Private Meskel Festival, Addis Ababa City and Debre Libanos Monastery Tour: $300
  • 3 Days Meskel Festival Package-Addis Ababa City Tour/Debre Libanos Monastery: $256
  • 4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $59
  • 4 Hours Addis Ababa highlights city tour from Bole airport: $75

Tours and Activities in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Frankfurt Self Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.32
  • 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
  • A Frankfurt Meander: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Germany's Cradle of Democracy: $9.99
  • Bike tour city tour by bike to Skyline, Goethe, and apple wine: $51
  • Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt - Walking Tour: $232
  • Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $272
  • Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $647
  • Discover Frankfurt secrets: Your game. Your city. Your adventure.: $4.10
  • Discover Frankfurt's secrets: Your interactive treasure hunt adventure: $5.12
  • Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $104
  • PRIVATE SPANISH TOUR THROUGH OLD AND NEW CITY: $164
  • Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Addis Ababa $3.01
    Frankfurt $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 ): $52
  • Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65

Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:


  • Becks Beer
    $2.06

Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:

  • Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $23
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $269
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $274
  • from Frankfurt - romantic Black Forest & brewery, private tour: $276
  • Private pub crawl with insider-guide & free shots: $296
  • Frankfurt Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $296
  • Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $385
  • Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $800


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


Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Frankfurt?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Frankfurt. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Frankfurt, 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.