Should you visit Doha or Antalya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Antalya can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Doha or Antalya?
Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.
Which place is cheaper, Antalya or Doha?
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 Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Antalya is $111. 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 Doha and Antalya in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Antalya? 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:
Doha Hotel Prices and
Antalya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
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Transfer from Hamad Airport to Doha City - Stress-Free Tranafer:
$60
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Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Arrival Private Transfer:
$41
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Private Transfer from Doha Port to Doha Hamad Airport (DOH):
$52
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Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport(DOH) to Doha Cruise Port:
$96
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Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha hotels:
$96
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Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha Hamad Airport(DOH):
$96
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Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha City Hotels:
$58
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Private Transfer from Doha City Hotels to Doha Cruise Port:
$58
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Private Hamad Airport (DOH) Transfer to Doha City:
$39
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Private Car Transfer from Doha City:
$20
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Private Arrival Transfer to Sumaysimah:
$70
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Private Arrival Transfer - Al Khor:
$81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center:
$575
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Adana Airport Transfers to Yumurtalik Hotels:
$113
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Airport Private Transfer Services in Antalya Alanya:
$47
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Airport Private Transfer from Antalya to Side/Belek/Kundu:
$71
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Airport to City Centre,Lara,Belek,Side, Kemer VIP Transfer:
$40
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Alanya Paragliding and City Tour with Round Transfer from Antalya:
$142
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Alanya/Mahmutlar: Private Transfer to/from Antalya Airport:
$46
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Alanya: Private Airport Transfer:
$90
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Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Sincan, Eryaman Hotels:
$112
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Ankara Polatlı Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers:
$189
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Antalya / Belek : Quad Safari & Buggy Safari w/Hotel Transfer:
$17
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Antalya / Kemer : Mega Star Party Boat Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer:
$21
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Antalya?
Prices for flights to both Antalya and Doha 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 day
Doha $106
Antalya $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
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Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront:
$27
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Moonlight Dinner Dhow Cruise Tour with Transfers:
$32
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Traditional Dhow Cruise Dinner with BBQ Buffet & Transfers:
$35
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Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner:
$42
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Traditional Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner on board:
$43
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Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner:
$45
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Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience:
$47
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Evening Dhow Cruise with Optional BBQ Dinner:
$49
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Qatar: Desert Dune Bashing with lunch/dinner in Desert Beach Camp:
$55
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Sunset Desert Safari, Dune Bashing & BBQ Camp Dinner:
$110
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Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner:
$130
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Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride:
$149
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Land of Legends Night Show w/Dinner:
$11
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Antalya/Side/Alanya: Land of Legends Night Show with Dinner:
$29
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Sunset Cruise with Waterfalls, Dinner & Drinks:
$31
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From Suluada Island Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner:
$44
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Antalya/Belek/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner:
$44
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Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner:
$50
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Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town:
$63
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Fire of Anatolia Dance Show and Dinner at Aspendos from Kemer:
$65
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Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner:
$79
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Turkish Breakfast Cooking with a Local Mom in Antalya:
$80
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Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya:
$90
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Antalya Eats Food Tour with 14+ Tastings:
$98
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar:
$23
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4 Hours Kayaking Adventure in Qatar Purple Island Mangroves:
$125
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4 Hrs Private Doha Tour: Discover the City’s Premier Attractions!:
$115
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4 hours Desert Safari Experience in Doha up to Group of 5:
$260
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4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar:
$45
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4-Hours Guided City Tour in Doha (Souq, Katara, Pearl, Lusail):
$60
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6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha:
$130
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8-hour Doha tour: Cultural site, Heritage market, Modern Landmark:
$149
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Attractions of Doha City Exploration ( 4-Hours Doha City Tour):
$60
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Brouq Reserve and East to West 4WD Private Tour:
$140
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City Tour Qatar Doha:
$120
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City Tour and Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sand Boarding:
$130
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Antalya Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt:
$3.55
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Kemer Traditional Turkish Bath Experience w/Massage:
$5.41
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Antalya : Old City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat Trip:
$5.76
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TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile:
$5.92
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Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.00
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City Tours Duden Waterfalls, Old City & Boat Ride:
$11
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Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone:
$12
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Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket:
$12
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Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat:
$12
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Antalya/Alanya/Side: Rafting Tour at Koprulu Canyon:
$13
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Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch:
$14
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Antalya/Kemer: Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Boat Ride:
$14
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Antalya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antalya:
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Antalya's Pub Crawl with Local Guide:
$27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Antalya, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Antalya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Antalya 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 Antalya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antalya 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 Doha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Doha than you might in Antalya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Antalya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Antalya?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Antalya, 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.
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