Which place is cheaper, Utrecht 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 Utrecht?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Utrecht, 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 Utrecht?
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.
Utrecht
Utrecht is both a province and a city in the Netherlands. The city is a unique university city with a lively atmosphere. Imagine Amsterdam but smaller, and with fewer tourists. Utrecht has the same underlying historical/magical feel as Amsterdam, but is full of locals rather than crowds of tourists. It has a population of about 300,000 making it the fourth largest city in the Netherlands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Netherlands, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Netherlands.
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Addis Ababa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $29Utrecht $254
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $29, while the average daily cost in Utrecht is $254. 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 Utrecht in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $16Utrecht $116
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $32Utrecht $232
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Utrecht
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Utrecht? 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 Utrecht Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $2.80Utrecht $26
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:
- Airport Pickup and transfer: $18
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $23
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $29
- Bole International Airport to Addis Ababa Private Transfer: $30
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $35
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $39
- Cultural Show and Jazz Night with Transfers: $44
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- Private Addis Ababa Airport Transfer: $55
- Customizable Layover Tour with Transfers: $55
- Photography Tour with Guide & Transfer: $62
- Private Tour with Local Guide and Transfers: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Utrecht
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Utrecht:
- Private transfer from Utrecht to AMS Schiphol Airport: $130
- Private taxi transfer from Utrecht to Amsterdam: $110
- Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag: $20
- Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Utrecht?
Prices for flights to both Utrecht 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 $11Utrecht $109
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 Utrecht
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Utrecht.
- Utrecht Food Tour Trying Out 6 Dutch Bites: $51
- Guided Food Tour: $80
- Food Tour by Bike: enjoy 6 bites and cycle trough Utrecht: $81
- Utrecht Food Tour: 7 food stops and a fantastic local guide: $81
- Utrecht Bike & Bite: The Ultimate Local Food Tour with Guide: $94
- Utrecht Walking Food Tour with 7 Gourmet Dishes & Local Guide: $94
- 10 Tastes of Food Tour with Full Lunch and 2 Drinks: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $2.89Utrecht $50
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Addis Ababa City Tour & Coffee Ceremony with Shopping areas: $18
- National Museum Guided Tour with Lucy Fossil: $28
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee & Food: $28
- Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Tour: $30
- Guided City Tour with Coffee Break & Entry fee: $30
- Kebena to Entoto Green Corridor Discovery Tour: $30
- Mercato Market Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup: $32
- Premium Addis Ababa Piassa Walking Tour with Coffee Ceremony: $32
- Best Addis Ababa Half-Day Tour: $32
- Flexible City tour Museum's,other layover vist: $35
- Red Terror Memorial Storytelling Experience: $35
- Discover Addis Ababa City Tour: History, Culture & Tradition: $36
Tours and Activities in Utrecht
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Utrecht are as follows:
- Castles, Canals and Good Folk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht: $12
- Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht: $15
- Discover Utrecht with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $32
- Discover Utrecht’s Zocherpark in this Outside Escape game tour!: $32
- Discover the Dutch Countryside: Car Tour with Local Expert: $76
- Escape Tours Utrecht; find the secret exit and win!: $35
- Escape the City Game and City Walking Tour of Utrecht: $35
- Explore Gems of Utrecht Walking Tour for Couples: $371
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $294
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $348
- Our Utrecht's Private & Personalized tour: $343
- Our Utrecht, Relaxed Tours with Passionate Locals.: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.38Utrecht $27
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 Utrecht
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Utrecht:
- Ultimate Leo’s Pub Crawl with Local Host & Shots: $36
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $47
- Ludwig's Private Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $576
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Utrecht, we can see that Utrecht 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 Utrecht 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 Utrecht would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Utrecht 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 Utrecht Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Utrecht?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Utrecht. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Utrecht, 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.