Which place is cheaper, Hvar 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 Hvar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Hvar, 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 Hvar?
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.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $32Hvar $153
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $32, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $153. 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 Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $17Hvar $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $34Hvar $88
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Hvar? 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 Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.10Hvar $55
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$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $23
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $23
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $40
- 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: $154
- 4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik with Korčula Stopover: $3,394
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $585
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar 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 $12Hvar $78
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$0.05
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:
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $54
- 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
- Addis Ababa Ethiopian cooking class Airport & hotel pick up: $68
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $70
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $75
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $76
- Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $77
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Nightlife Tour with Dinner and Live Music: $99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Traditional Hvar Cooking Classes, Dinners & 'Poje' Field Tour!: $167
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $205
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $208
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $256
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $298
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.20Hvar $8.80
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Tour: $30
- 5 hours Addis Ababa Layover city tour: $36
- Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $38
- Mercato Market & National museum Guided Tour with Coffee Tasting: $40
- Sightseeing Walking Tour: $40
- Open-bus Tour and Cycling: $41
- Local Food Open Market, City Tours & More.: $42
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa Cultural Discovery Tour: $42
- Merkato Addis Ababa Guided Tour: $42
- Mercato Market Guided Tour with Coffee Tasting: $43
- Entoto hill and Mercato Market layover tour: $45
- Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers: $45
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $113
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $24
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $32
- 50 Shades of Blue: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Boat Tour from Hvar: $12
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $94
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $154
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $1,004
- Beautiful Sites of Hvar -Private Walking Tour : $243
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $250
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $119
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $132
- Blue Cave, Blue Lagoon, Pakleni Islands Group boat tour from Hvar: $118
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.64Hvar $11
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 Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $93
- Hvar Island E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting and Starters: $115
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $117
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $129
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $173
- Private Best Beaches Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $1,001
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Hvar, we can see that Hvar 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 Hvar 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Hvar?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 750 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Hvar, 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.