Which place is cheaper, Chengdu or Doha?
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 Doha or Chengdu?
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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu?
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.
Chengdu
Chengdu is in China's Sichuan Provence and is in what is known as the Red Basin. It is a particularly fertile region in China that is known for its agriculture. For this reason it is sometimes referred to as the "Land of Milk and Honey". The Funan River cuts through the city but has almost no boat traffic anymore. The city itself has a wonderful relaxed vibe compared to the rest of China and is filled with green parks and places to relax. It is considered one of the most livable cities in China.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Doha Prices
Qatar PricesChengdu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $245Chengdu $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Chengdu is $72. 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 Chengdu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $120Chengdu $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $240Chengdu $46
Compare Hotels in Doha and Chengdu
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Chengdu? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Chengdu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Chengdu $6.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $39
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van: $126
- CO2-Offset | RoundTrip Transfer from DOH Airport to Doha/West Bay: $194
- Departure Transfer From Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From West Bay / Pearl Qatar: $25
- Departure Transfer from Lusail: $27
- Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $126
- Doha Airport Arrival Departure Transfer to Doha City and Hotel: $55
- Doha Airport Chauffeur Transfer One Way: $35
- Doha Airport Transfers Taxi: $30
- Doha Attractions -4 Hour City Tour & Transfer from Hotel/Airport: $70
- Doha Desert Horse Riding: 2-Hour Ride & Private Transfer: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chengdu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chengdu:
- 1-Day Chengdu Layover Tour: Leshan Giant buddha with Round Airport Transfer: $205
- 1-Day Chengdu Layover Tour: Panda Base, city central with Round Airport Transfer: $240
- Airport transfer between Tianfu(TFU) and Chengdu downtown: $45
- Authentic Chengdu Dining Experience with with Private Transfers: $60
- Chengdu 3-Day Self-Guided Jiuzhaigou&Huanglong with Transfer: $412
- Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Chengdu - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
- Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Chengdu - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Chengdu Airport (TFU) to Chengdu - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $62
- Chengdu Airport (TFU) to Chengdu city - Arrival Private Transfer: $31
- Chengdu Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 40 pax: $230
- Chengdu Panda Base Ticket With Private Transfer & Guide opt: $17
- Chengdu Panda Breeding Base Ticket w/ Optional Transfer or Guide: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Chengdu?
Prices for flights to both Chengdu 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 $106Chengdu $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $25
- Traditional Dhow Cruise Dinner with BBQ Buffet & Transfers: $26
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise with Sunset and Skyline Dinner: $40
- Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner: $42
- Traditional Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner on board: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Doha Desert Safari: Sunset Dune Bashing Camp Access & Dinner: $135
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
- Full Day Desert Safari in Qatar with Lunch/Dinner by sea side: $159
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chengdu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chengdu.
- Chengdu Night: VIP Seat Opera Show or Back Alley Food Tour: $40
- Chengdu Vegetarian Cooking Class at a Local Home: $45
- Chengdu Food Tour Local Delicacies and Ear Cleaning: $59
- Private Chengdu TukTuk Food Tour: Hidden Alleys & Local Eats: $59
- Chengdu Hidden Street Food Tour Spice Trails: $60
- Eat Like a Local! Food Tour in the Hidden Alleys: $67
- Food Tour Through Chengdu Local Eats: $68
- Discovery more Chengdu evening food tour with locals: $69
- Half-Day Professional Mapo Tofu Cooking with a Local Market Visit: $69
- Tuktuk Food Tour Through Chengdu's Local Eats: $73
- Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $78
- Chengdu Evening Food Tour: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Chengdu $17
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Museum of Islamic Art Doha Standard Entry Ticket: $20
- Dhow Boat Cruise with Sun Set at Al Safliya Island: $20
- National Museum Ticket at Qatar: $23
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- Doha City Sightseeing Tour To All Main Attractions: $29
- Doha 4 Hours City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $29
- Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup: $29
- Half Day Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Inland Sea Tour: $29
- Explore Doha Souq Waqif Katara Cultural Village Pearl Island Tour: $30
- Moonlight on The Gulf A Doha Dhow Cruise Adventure: $30
- Doha Sunset & Moonlight Dhow Cruise – Land and Sea Experience: $35
- Guided City Tour – Culture, Skyline & Top Attractions: $35
Tours and Activities in Chengdu
Here are a few actual costs in Chengdu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket: $9.00
- Panda Research Base Ticket or Volunteer Day Trip: $9.50
- Free Walking Tour in Chengdu, Experience the city like a Local: $9.90
- Chengdu Museum Tours & Tickets: $10
- Chengdu Panda Base Ticket/Experiences from Chunxi Road: $12
- Chengdu Panda Research Base Tickets And Optional Private Tour: $14
- Ticket reservation for Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Base: $15
- Chengdu Giant Panda Base Ticket / Optional Private Guide Service: $15
- Chengdu Panda Base Tickets with Optional Private Tour Upgrade: $16
- Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket: $16
- Half-Day Panda Base Tour with Guide Option: $17
- Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum Ticket for Adult: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Chengdu $4.25
Sample the Local Flavors in Chengdu
Also in Chengdu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Chengdu Pub Crawl: $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Chengdu, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Chengdu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Chengdu 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 Chengdu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chengdu 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 Chengdu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Chengdu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Chengdu?
Chengdu has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Chengdu, 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.