Which place is cheaper, Vilnius 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 Vilnius?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
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.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $35Vilnius $139
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $35, while the average daily cost in Vilnius is $139. 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 Vilnius in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $19Vilnius $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $38Vilnius $94
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Vilnius
Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Vilnius? 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 Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.40Vilnius $9.32
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$0.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $23
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $24
- Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $34
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $35
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $40
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $226
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $226
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $200
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $200
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $158
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $149
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $68
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $40
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $34
- Private transfer from Vilnius (VNO) airport to/from Vilnius: $30
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Vilnius?
Prices for flights to both Vilnius 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 $13Vilnius $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:
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Totot Cultural Feast & Rhythm Show With Dinner: $60
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Flavors of Ethiopia Explore Traditional Cooking Class : $67
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $68
- Ethiopian cooking class: $68
- Half Day Food Tour Addis Ababa With Airport pickUp And Drop-Off: $75
- Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $90
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Nightlife Tour with Dinner and Live Music: $99
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Dinner in local family: $78
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.51Vilnius $11
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers: $25
- Sightseeing Walking Tour: $40
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa Cultural Discovery Tour: $43
- Half day Addis Ababa Layover city tour: $45
- Addis Ababa DayTours with Hotel/Airport pick up and drop off: $45
- Entoto hill and Mercato Market layover tour: $45
- Addis Ababa half day tour: $45
- Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $48
- Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
- Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour: $50
- Addis Ababa City Tour: $50
- Addis Ababa City Tour. : $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.51
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $314
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $136
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $497
- 2 Hours Private Historical Walking Tour in Lithuania: $114
- Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius: $23
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $10
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $5.64
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $23
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $44
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $33
- Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $2.90Vilnius $7.16
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 ): $46
- Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.88
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $23
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $49
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $57
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Vilnius, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Vilnius?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Vilnius, 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.