Which place is cheaper, Mandalay or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Mandalay?
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 Mandalay 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 Mandalay?
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.
Mandalay
Located in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) on the banks of the Irawaddy River, Mandalay is the nation's second largest city behind Yangon. It is centered on the restored Royal Palace and has a large population of Buddhist monks who frequent the city's many temples and monasteries.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $199Mandalay $9.45
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $199, while the average daily cost in Mandalay is $9.45. 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 Mandalay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Mandalay $5.60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Mandalay $11
Compare Hotels in Doha and Mandalay
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Mandalay? 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 $23Mandalay -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer - TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $25
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $81
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $124
- BF Doha | Hamad Int. Airport Transfer Meet & Greet: $68
- Doha Airport Transfer: $99
- Doha Airport Transfers: Your Swift Gateway to Luxury Travel: $50
- Doha Airport to City Transfer: $38
- Doha City Tour From Cruise Terminal With Transfer: $43
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 4 person: $300
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 6 person: $360
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mandalay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mandalay:
- Airport Transfer, Paleik Snake Pagoda, a little bit of Bagan and to AVA: $50
- Around Mandalay in 2 Day and Next Day to Transfer Bagan: $200
- From Mandalay To Kalaw-NyaungShwe-Inle Lake Private Transfer: $200
- From Private Transfer to Bagan: $150
- Inle Lake Land transfer from Mandalay: $213
- Inle [Heho] Airport Private Transfer : $46
- Mandalay Airport Private Transfer : $43
- Mandalay To Bagan Transfer Tour: $150
- Private Land Transfer : Mandalay to Bagan: $139
- Private Mandalay Airport Transfer: $27
- Private Transfer Of Mandalay To Bagan: $150
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Mandalay?
Prices for flights to both Mandalay 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 $61Mandalay $3.85
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 Mandalay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mandalay.
- Myanmar traditional cooking class with local: $26
- Bicycle Food Tour in Mandalay: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Mandalay -
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Discover Souq Waqif and Musherib: An Almost Free Walking Tour: $5.00
- Private Desert Safari Tour With Sand Boarding: $17
- Private Guided City Tour with Airport & Hotel Pickup.: $18
- Doha Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Qatar Quiz: $20
- Al Safliya Island Boat Tour: $25
- Al Safliya Island Photo Tour: $25
- Guided Walking Tour of Souq Waqif: $30
- Transit Exclusive Discover Doha Tour: $32
- City Highlights Layover Tour: $32
- From Doha Cruise Terminal: Doha City Tour (Private Tour): $35
- Doha Geocaching & City Tour Combo: $35
- City Highlights Sharing Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Mandalay
Here are a few actual costs in Mandalay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Little Adventure Village Explore: $17
- Morning Cycling Tour in Mandalay: $35
- Private Tour in Mandalay and Amarapura: $41
- Private Full-Day Mandalay Heritage Charter Car Tour: $45
- Mandalay Half-Day Tour: $45
- Half-Day Private Tour to Mingun: $48
- Mandalay Half-Day Sightseeing: $53
- Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $53
- Mandalay Full-Day Tour: $60
- Full day Adventure Trip in Mandalay & Amarapura : $61
- Half day to Mandalay city tour: $65
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $14Mandalay -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Mandalay, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Mandalay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Mandalay 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 Mandalay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mandalay 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 Mandalay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Mandalay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Mandalay?
Mandalay has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Mandalay, 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.