Which place is cheaper, Addis Ababa or Entebbe?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Entebbe or Addis Ababa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Entebbe and Addis Ababa can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Entebbe or Addis Ababa?
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda, The Best Historical Tours in Ethiopia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ethiopia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEntebbe $93Addis Ababa $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Entebbe is $93, while the average daily cost in Addis Ababa is $68. 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 Entebbe and Addis Ababa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEntebbe $41Addis Ababa $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEntebbe $82Addis Ababa $88
Compare Hotels in Entebbe and Addis Ababa
Looking for a hotel in Entebbe or Addis Ababa? 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: Entebbe Hotel Prices and Addis Ababa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Entebbe $18Addis Ababa $7.85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- ENTEBBE AIRPORT: Executive Airport Transfer Package: $95
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$0.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Addis Shuttles: On-Time & Reliable, Airport Transfers: $19
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $21
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $26
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $44
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $175
Is it cheaper to fly into Entebbe or Addis Ababa?
Prices for flights to both Addis Ababa and Entebbe 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 dayEntebbe $33Addis Ababa $18
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$0.12
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:
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $75
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $108
- Private Ethiopian Home Cooking Class in Addis Ababa with Transfer: $124
- HALF DAY + DINNER Addis Ababa City Tour: $140
- Half Day + Dinner Addis Ababa City Tour: $150
- Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis with transfers: $154
- Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Coffee Ceremony at a Home in Addis Ababa: $168
- Food Tour in Addis Ababa: $205
- Food tours in Addis Ababa Ethiopia: $239
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Entebbe $35Addis Ababa $8.10
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- 1 DAY BEST OF NGAMBA ISLAND CHIMPANZEE TREK & EQUATOR TOUR: $350
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- 1-Day Best of Mabamba Shoebill Tour and Birding Experience: $260
- 10 Days Murhison Kibale Queen Elizabeth NP & Bwindi NP Tour: $2,980
- 15-Day Primates and wildlife safari Adventure: $8,000
- 16 Days Primate, Game and Cultural Tour: $8,541
- 3 Days Gorilla Tracking Bwindi Forest Tour: $1,820
- 3day bwindi Gorilla tracking and Batwa experience: $2,200
- 4 Day Chimpanzee Tracking Tour from Entebbe: $3,372
- 4 Day Gorilla Experience Tour from Entebbe: $4,735
- 5 Day Experience of the Primates in Uganda: $5,433
- 5 Day Gorilla and Wildlife Tour from Entebbe: $5,538
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- Addis Ababa Tour: $53
- Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour: $55
- Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $56
- 4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $57
- Guided City Tour: $59
- A guided tour of Addis Abeba that includes a city viewpoint: $59
- Addis Ababa highlights of the city tour: $59
- Addis Ababa city Tour: $60
- Addis Abeba's Market and Shopping Tour: $60
- Half Day City Tour of Addis Ababa : $60
- Addis Ababa Guided City Tours: $62
- Guided City Tour / Addis Ababa Guided City Tour: $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEntebbe $13Addis Ababa $6.69
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
- The Pub Crawl Royale: A Battle of the Best Drinks: $64
- Locally crafted beer and wine tasting and nightlife in Addis tour: $65
- Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Entebbe and Addis Ababa, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe 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 Entebbe Expensive? and Is Addis Ababa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Entebbe or Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Entebbe and Addis Ababa, 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.