Should you visit Doha or Tel Aviv?
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 Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv?
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.
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Israel, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem.
Which place is cheaper, Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv is $160. 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 Tel Aviv in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Tel Aviv? 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
Tel Aviv Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
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Airport Transfer - TO or FROM Hammad International Airport:
$25
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Airport Transfer Services with Pickup and Drop Off Doha:
$35
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Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car:
$109
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Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car:
$80
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Arrival Transfer: Hamad Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van:
$121
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BF Doha | Hamad Int. Airport Transfer Meet & Greet:
$68
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Doha : City Tour From Doha Cruise Terminal With Transfer:
$55
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Doha Airport Transfer:
$99
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Doha Airport Transfers: Your Swift Gateway to Luxury Travel:
$50
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Doha Airport to City Transfer:
$38
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Doha City Tour From Cruise Terminal With Transfer:
$43
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Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 4 person:
$300
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
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From Biblical Highlights Tour with Transfer:
$124
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From Jerusalem Day Trip with Transfer:
$124
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Haifa to Tel Aviv or (TLV) Airport Transfers (Arrival/Departure):
$239
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Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer:
$56
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Jerusalem: Private Airport Transfer - Great Service !:
$147
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Netanya: Private Airport Transfer - Great Service !:
$147
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Private Arrival Transfer: From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv City Center:
$48
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Private Round trip Airport Transfers - Airport to Tel Aviv Area and return:
$174
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Private Transfer Tel Aviv Airport from/to Tel Aviv City:
$109
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Private Transfer from Herzlia to Ben Gurion Airport:
$116
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Private Transfer from Herzlia to Jerusalem:
$247
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Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport:
$172
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Tel Aviv?
Prices for flights to both Tel Aviv 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 day
Doha $106
Tel Aviv $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
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Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island:
$76
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Private Dinner on Safliya Island:
$76
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Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour:
$96
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The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride:
$119
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Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner:
$143
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Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding:
$152
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BBQ Dinner at desert resort +Dune bashing & camel ride:
$165
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Full-Day Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner:
$175
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Full Day Desert Safari Doha/dinner included:
$190
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Private Full Day Desert Safari Dinner and Camel Ride in Doha:
$190
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Doha Private Full Day Desert Safari Lunch | Dinner Included:
$190
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Full-Day Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner || Inland Sea Visit:
$194
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
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Carmel Market Food Tour:
$45
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Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market:
$49
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Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour:
$60
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Carmel Market Food Tour:
$60
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Levinsky Market Food Tour :
$122
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Walking Tour: Discover Souq Waqif, An Almost Free Walking Tour:
$2.50
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National Museum of Qatar: Admission Ticket:
$14
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3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum: Admission Ticket:
$14
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Museum of Islamic Art Admission Ticket:
$14
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Doha Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Qatar Quiz:
$20
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Doha City Attraction & Dhow Boat Ride (Doha Panoramic Tour):
$25
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Al Safliya Island Photo Tour:
$25
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Al Safliya Island Boat Tour:
$25
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Private Doha City Tour from Hotel, Airport, Cruise Ship Port:
$30
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Doha City Highlights Tour & Cruise Terminal Pickup Dropoff:
$30
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City Highlights Layover Tour:
$32
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City Highlights Sharing Tour:
$33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Trail of Independence Quest Experience:
$6.06
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A Self-Guided Jaffa Tour: The Story of its American-German Colony:
$7.99
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The Story of Gan HaHashmal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$9.99
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The Trail of Independence: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Tel Aviv:
$9.99
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Tel Aviv Jaffo Skyline Sightseeing Cruise of Coast Line:
$29
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Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline:
$29
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Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port & the Flea Market:
$35
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Tel Aviv Street Art Tour (Graffiti):
$35
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Jaffa and Neve Tzedek Neighborhoods Walking Tour:
$39
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Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port, the Flea Market & More:
$39
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Exclusive Private Tour in The Israel Diamond Exchange:
$40
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From Jerusalem Old City Highlights Tour:
$49
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
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Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots:
$21
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Pub Crawl with Clubs, dance bars and free shots:
$21
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Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots:
$30
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Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl:
$42
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Wine Tour North of Israel from Tel Aviv:
$959
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Tel Aviv, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Tel Aviv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tel Aviv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Tel Aviv Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Tel Aviv?
Tel Aviv has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Tel Aviv, 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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