Which place is cheaper, Bagan or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Bagan?
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 Bagan 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 Bagan?
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.
Bagan
Located in central Myanmar (formerly Burma), Bagan is an ancient city best known as the home to the largest and densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas, stupas, and ruins in the world with many dating from the 11th and 12th centuries.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $200Bagan $30
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $200, while the average daily cost in Bagan is $30. 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 Bagan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Bagan $7.36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Bagan $15
Compare Hotels in Doha and Bagan
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Bagan? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Bagan $3.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer-Hamad International Airport, Doha-Qatar: $34
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $108
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $120
- BF Doha | Hamad Int. Airport Transfer Meet & Greet: $68
- Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $120
- Doha Airport Transfers: Your Swift Gateway to Luxury Travel: $50
- Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
- Doha Night City Tour With Airport Transfer: $62
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $93
- Doha Stopover/Layover Tour: 4 Hours City Tour with Transfer: $80
- Airport Transfer (To and From Doha City): $35
- City Tour with Guide and Hotel Transfers: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bagan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bagan:
- From Bagan City To Mandalay Private Transfer: $150
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Bagan?
Prices for flights to both Bagan 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 dayDoha $61Bagan $5.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
- Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour: $96
- Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $143
- BBQ Dinner in the desert resort; Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
- Doha Private Full Day Desert Safari Lunch | Dinner Included: $190
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $197
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
- Full Day Desert Private Safari with Lunch or Dinner: $214
- Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
- Full Day Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner: $234
- From Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $240
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bagan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bagan.
- Romantic Sunset Dinner At Bagan Viewing Tower: $91
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Bagan $57
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Doha International Airpor: Qatar eSIM Data Plan for Tourists: $8.02
- Qatar eSIM Data Plan for Tourists: $8.02
- Al Safliya Island Boat Tour: $25
- Guided Walking Tour of Souq Waqif: $30
- City Highlights Layover Tour: $32
- From Doha Cruise Terminal: Doha City Tour (Private Tour): $35
- Doha Geocaching & City Tour Combo: $35
- Sharing City Tour From MSC Virtuosa/Mein Schiff2: $35
- From Doha Cruise Terminal: Doha Private or Group City Tour: $35
- 4-hour Downtown City Tour: $40
- Doha : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tou: $43
- Walking tour SOUQ WAKIF & MSHEIREB: $45
Tours and Activities in Bagan
Here are a few actual costs in Bagan for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay: $31
- Mount Popa Tour: $42
- Old Bagan Sightseeing Tour: $43
- Old Bagan Biking Tour - Half Day (Guide included): $45
- Private Bagan Cultural Tour : $46
- Best Bagan One Day Tour With Tour Guide: $48
- Visiting Mount Popa from Bagan - Private Tour: $48
- Full Day tour In Bagan UNESCO World Heritage: $50
- BAGAN TEMPLES FULL DAY GUIDED BY ELECTRIC BIKE ( Private Tour ): $64
- Full day Adventure Trip to Mt. Popa & Salay: $65
- Tuk Tuk tour to Mt. Popa : $67
- Private Bagan day tour by car with horse cart: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Bagan -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Bagan, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Bagan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Bagan is in Asia, 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 Bagan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bagan 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 Bagan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Bagan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Bagan?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 1150 times larger than the population of Bagan. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Bagan, 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.