Which place is cheaper, Krabi 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 Krabi?
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 Krabi 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 Krabi?
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.
Krabi
Krabi is both a large town and region in southern Thailand. While the region is covered in beaches, if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi (where you'll find famous places such as Railay, Ao Nang, Haad Yao, and plenty of others). Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies, and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience. There's a good chance you'll be passing through on your way to one of the famous beaches, so take advantage of your brief time here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand.
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Doha Prices
Qatar PricesKrabi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $245Krabi $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Krabi is $71. 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 Krabi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Krabi $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Krabi $80
Compare Hotels in Doha and Krabi
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Krabi? 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 Krabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Krabi $4.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Transfer from Hamad Airport to Doha City - Stress-Free Tranafer: $40
- Shared Arrival Transfer - Doha City: $15
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $83
- Private Transfer: Hamad Airport DOH to Doha by Business Car: $81
- Private Transfer from Doha Port to Doha Hamad Airport (DOH): $52
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport(DOH) to Doha Cruise Port: $97
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Port: $52
- Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha City Hotels: $58
- Hamad Airport Transfer Service – 24/7 Door-to-Door Transport: $98
- From North of Qatar Guided Tour with Transfers: $52
- Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$9.08
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$3.03
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.42
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Longboat Taxi from Town$6.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ATV Jungle Adventure in Krabi with Roundtrip Transfer: $37
- Ao Nang Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfer: $29
- Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $138
- Aonang : Ferry Transfer from Aonang to Koh Phi Phi: $28
- Aonang any hotel to Khao Lak Private transfer: $105
- Aonang any hotel to Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $98
- Aonang any hotel to Krabi airport Private transfer: $27
- Aonang any hotel to Phuket Airport Private transfer: $90
- From Khao Sok: Private Transfer to Ao Nang/Koh Lanta/Krabi: $64
- From Koh Lanta: Speedboat Transfer to/from Ao Nang: $63
- From Speedboat Transfer to Ko Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi: $33
- Full Day Krabi Jungle Tour With Elephant Trekking Transfers: $82
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Krabi?
Prices for flights to both Krabi 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 $106Krabi $24
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: $32
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner: $42
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $65
- Sunset Desert Safari, Dune Bashing & BBQ Camp Dinner: $110
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Qatar: Full day combo Tour Desert Safari with Dhow Cruise Dinner: $150
- Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
- Full-Day Desert Safari With Lunch or BBQ Dinner at Camp: $152
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$7.57
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Drinks on the Beach$7.26
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$19
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$34
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Mango Shake$1.51
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Pad Thai$3.03
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Fruit from the Market$1.82
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Pancakes$3.03
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Coffee & Cake$2.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling: $32
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $33
- 7 Islands Sunset & Plankton Swim with BBQ Dinner: $35
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Island Hopping with BBQ Dinner by Big Boat: $36
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang, Krabi: $36
- Snorkeling and Sunset to Krabi 7 Islands by Longtail Boat + Buffet BBQ Dinner: $36
- Krabi Best of 7 islands Adventure Tour with Beachside BBQ Dinner: $40
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang: $40
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset & BBQ Dinner (Join Tour): $44
- Ya Thai Cooking Class in Krabi with Recipe Book: $44
- 4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner: $45
- Hong Island & Ko Pak Bia Tour with Sunset Dinner: $46
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Krabi $11
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- 4 Hour Doha City Tour from Airport, Hotel & Cruise Terminal: $57
- 4 Hours Kayaking Adventure in Qatar Purple Island Mangroves: $125
- 4 Hours-Doha City Tour from AirPort/ Hotel: $54
- 4 Hrs Private Doha Tour: Discover the City’s Premier Attractions!: $115
- 4 hours Desert Safari Experience in Doha up to Group of 5: $260
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $45
- 4-Hours Guided City Tour in Doha (Souq, Katara, Pearl, Lusail): $60
- 6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha: $117
- 6 Hrs Doha City Tour Including National Museum Entrance: $110
- 8-hour Doha tour: Cultural site, Heritage market, Modern Landmark: $149
- Arabian Dhow Cruise in Doha with Sunset and Skyline Views: $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$9.99
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Thai Massages (for Two)$24
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Bikini & Sarong$18
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$13
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$7.57
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Kayak Trip (for Two)$57
Tours and Activities in Krabi
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- DIY tour - Finest selection of Krabi Hidden Gems: $8.04
- 4 Island Tour by Longtail Boat Krabi + Lunch + Pick Up + Drop Off: $19
- 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat: $23
- 4 Islands Tour by Longtail Boat & Thai Buffet Lunch: $23
- Jurassic World Filming Tour Kayak and ATV Adventure in Krabi: $23
- Klong Root Kayaking and Swimming with ATV Tour From Krabi: $24
- Ao Thalane Mangrove Kayaking Tour with Pickup: $24
- 4 Islands Day Tour from Krabi: $24
- Popular 4 Islands Tour By Classic Longtail Boat From Krabi: $25
- Krabi 4 Islands Tour and Snorkeling with Shared boat: $25
- 4 Islands Krabi Speed Boat Day Tour with Buffet Lunch: $25
- Half-Day Kayak Adventure at Ao Thalane: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Krabi $4.82
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.72
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Cocktails (for Two)$9.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Krabi Pub Crawl - The Best Nightlife Tour in Ao Nang!: $15
- Krabi Pub Crawl: $16
- Railay Pub Crawl: $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Krabi, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Krabi 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 Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Krabi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Krabi?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Krabi, 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.