A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Doha vs. Sukhothai for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Doha or Sukhothai?

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 Sukhothai 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 Sukhothai?

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.

Sukhothai

If you are the kind of wandering traveler looking to find calm and inner peace, you will want to add Sukhothai to your list. Also known as "the dawn of happiness," this area is best known for the ruins of the ancient city of Sukhothai – the capital of Thailand during the 13th century. As the first capital of Siam, the area's temples and monuments are restored and ready for visitors from around the world.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Sukhothai or Doha?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Sukhothai is $79. 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 Sukhothai in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Doha $119
    Sukhothai $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Doha $238
    Sukhothai $50
Compare Hotels in Doha and Sukhothai

Looking for a hotel in Doha or Sukhothai? 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.

Hotels in Doha


Hotels in Sukhothai


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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 Sukhothai Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Doha $23
    Sukhothai $19

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

Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Sukhothai?

Prices for flights to both Sukhothai 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Doha $106
    Sukhothai $35

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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Doha $18
    Sukhothai $36

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Doha $15
    Sukhothai $14


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Sukhothai, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Sukhothai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Sukhothai 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 Sukhothai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sukhothai 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 Sukhothai.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Sukhothai Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Doha or Sukhothai?

Doha has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Sukhothai, 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.

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