Which place is cheaper, Moscow or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Moscow?
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 Moscow 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 Moscow?
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.
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $200Moscow $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $200, while the average daily cost in Moscow is $62. 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 Moscow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Moscow $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Moscow $78
Compare Hotels in Doha and Moscow
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Moscow? 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 $23Moscow $6.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - West bay: $20
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - West Bay: $20
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - Pearl Qatar: $27
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - Doha city: $14
- Shared Departure Transfer in West Bay : $20
- Shared Departure Transfer in West Bay: $20
- Shared Departure Transfer from Doha: $14
- Shared Departure Transfer - Pearl Qatar: $27
- Shared Arrival Transfer - Doha City: $14
- Qatar: Private Airport Transfer From or To Doha Airport!: $59
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH): Transfer to Doha city: $175
- Private transfer: Doha to Doha Airport (DOH): $69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cinta Raja to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Delima to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Duku to Palembang Airport (PLM): $92
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Kampung Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Karya Baru to Palembang Airport (PLM): $92
- Private Transfer from Labuh Baru Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Limbungan Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Meranti Pandak to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Padang Panjang to Padang Airport (PDG): $133
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Bukit Baru: $92
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Duku: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Moscow?
Prices for flights to both Moscow 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 $61Moscow $14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
- Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour: $96
- Food Tour in The Pearl Qatar Island: $119
- BBQ Dinner in the desert resort; Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $197
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
- Full Day Desert Private Safari with Lunch or Dinner: $214
- Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
- Full Day Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner: $234
- From Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $240
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Moscow $16
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Doha City Tour And Dhow Boat Ride (Private Tour): $84
- Private Express Doha City Tour: $165
- Private-Combo Full Day Tour Doha City and Desert Safari : $150
- Transit/Layover Tours from Doha Airport – Explore Doha City : $105
- (Private) Quickie to the Desert Safari Experience - Inland Sea Visit: $100
- 1 Hour Camel Ride Experience in Sealine Beach: $172
- 4 Hours Purple Island Mangroves Kayaking Adventure in Qatar: $130
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $68
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums: $95
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums and city tour: $75
- 5 Hours Private Night Tour of Doha: $176
- 8-Hour Private Cultural Tour: $288
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Moscow $7.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Moscow, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Moscow is in Europe, 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 Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Moscow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Moscow?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Moscow, 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.