Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Hiroshima?
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 Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima?
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.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $199Hiroshima $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $199, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima is $108. 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 Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Hiroshima $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Hiroshima $138
Compare Hotels in Doha and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Hiroshima? 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 Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Hiroshima $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 6 person: $360
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 4 person: $300
- Private Transfer from Doha City to Doha (DOH) Airport: $198
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH): Transfer to Doha city: $182
- Private Doha Airport Transfer to Doha, Qatar: $139
- Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $135
- Horseback Riding Experience with Hotel Transfers: $131
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $124
- ONE WAY: Doha International Airport - Private Transfer From/to Hotels: $122
- Doha, Qatar : Private Airport Transfer 24/7: $120
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $185
- Hiroshima port Shore excursion Private transfer: $531
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $256
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $241
- Private Departure Transfer Hiroshima City to Hiroshima International Airport: $241
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $55
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima 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 $61Hiroshima $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Safliya Island: $76
- Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
- Food Tour in The Pearl Qatar Island: $119
- The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride: $119
- BBQ Dinner at desert resort +Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
- Full-Day Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner: $175
- Full Day Desert Safari Doha/dinner included: $190
- Doha Private Full Day Desert Safari Lunch | Dinner Included: $190
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra Tour: $202
- Doha Overnight Desert Safari Dinner/Breakfast included: $215
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $89
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $106
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $173
- Hiroshima Food Tour with a Local Foodie, 100% Personalised & Private: $289
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Hiroshima $5.81
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Doha-Private Combo Full Day Tour Doha City/Desert Safari 8hours: $150
- Transit/Layover Tours from Doha Airport – Explore Doha City : $89
- (Private Combo Tour) Sheikh Faisal Museum And Camel Race Track : $124
- 4 Hours Private Doha City Tour: $75
- 4 Hours Private Guided City Tour in Doha : $80
- 4 Hours Purple Island Mangroves Kayaking Adventure in Qatar: $130
- 4 Hours-Doha City Private Tour: $69
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $59
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $70
- 4-Hour Private Museum of Islamic Art in Qatar Tour: $135
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums: $100
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums and city tour: $75
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Hiroshima Imaginary Experience: $3.32
- Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $7.10
- HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER Admission Ticket: $16
- Kumano Brush Factory Tour and Brush-Making Experience: $28
- Mihara Goshushi Tour-Walking around the castle town Mihara-: $29
- Hiroshima Historical Walking Tour - Why A-Bomb was Dropped: $36
- Tea Ceremony Experience near Atomic Bomb Dome: $36
- Hiroshima：Guided Virtual Tour/PEACE PARK TOUR VR: $36
- Tea Ceremony Experience near Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima: $36
- Sunset Walking Tour at Peace Park, Hiroshima: $36
- Kyudo Traditional Japanese Archery Experience in Hiroshima: $37
- Traditional Japanese Archery Experience: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $14Hiroshima $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Hiroshima, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Hiroshima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Hiroshima?
Hiroshima has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Hiroshima, 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.