Which place is cheaper, Haifa or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Haifa 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.
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.
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, and The Best Cultural Tours in Israel.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $200, while the average daily cost in Haifa is $123. 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 Haifa in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Haifa? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Haifa 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Haifa, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Haifa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Haifa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Haifa 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 Haifa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Haifa Expensive?.
Doha has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Haifa, 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.