Which place is cheaper, Ubud 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 Ubud?
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 Ubud 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 Ubud?
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.
Ubud
Made popular by the film Eat Pray Love, Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia. Beautiful Hindu temples and iconic rice fields are the sight to see in this popular cultural, artistic and religious hub on the island.
Though Ubud is hot and humid during the day, it is still cooler than coastal areas. Still, temperatures linger between mid-70's and low 90's year-round, so it is likely you'll experience warm weather, regardless of when you visit.
Ubud's wet season is from November to June, which makes it an unpopular time for travelers. January and February are when Ubud experiences the heaviest rainfall, so it may be wise to avoid visiting at this time, especially since weather will limit activities, bring out insects, and cause landslides and possible flooding.
Dry season runs from July through October, which is high season for travel. Even during dry season, Ubud is extremely humid, so pack lightweight clothing that breathes and lots of sunblock.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, and The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia.
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Doha Prices
Qatar PricesUbud Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $245Ubud $144
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $144. 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 Ubud in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $120Ubud $121
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $240Ubud $242
Compare Hotels in Doha and Ubud
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Ubud? 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 Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Ubud $1.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $39
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $114
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van: $126
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $83
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $114
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $126
- CO2-Offset | RoundTrip Transfer from DOH Airport to Doha/West Bay: $194
- Departure Transfer From West Bay / Pearl Qatar: $25
- Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $126
- Doha Airport Arrival Departure Transfer to Doha City and Hotel: $55
- Doha Airport Chauffeur Transfer One Way: $35
- Doha Airport HIA to Hotel Transfer by Standard Vehicle One Way: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- 2 Hour Traditional Balinese Spa with free hotel transfer: $50
- 2 hours Bali Lulur Massage & Spa Treatment Including Hotel Transfers: $58
- 4 Days Private Tour Without Hotel with AIRPORT OR HOTEL Transfer: $218
- 4 Hours Pure Romance & Healing Spa Journey - Free Transfer: $115
- 5 Days Private Tour Without Hotel with AIRPORT OR HOTEL Transfer: $218
- A1 Airport Transfer Service - Ubud/Tanah Lot/Uluwatu/Ungasan Area: $24
- ATV Quad Bike & Ayung River Rafting - Free Transfer: $85
- Airport Bali Transfers - Bali Airport Taxi: $15
- Airport Transfer Bali: $8.92
- Airport Transfer Bali from (DPS) Ngurah Rai Airport to Jimbaran Area: $8.00
- Airport Transfer to Kuta: $40
- Airport Transfer to Nusa Dua: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Ubud?
Prices for flights to both Ubud 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 $106Ubud $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Traditional Dhow Cruise Dinner with BBQ Buffet & Transfers: $22
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $23
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise with Sunset and Skyline Dinner: $40
- Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner: $42
- Traditional Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner on board: $43
- Traditional Arabic Food Tour @ Souq Waqif with Doha Skyline Views: $43
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $47
- Private Souk Waqif Tour with Lunch/Dinner: $85
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ubud
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ubud.
- Balinese Ubud Cooking Class with Market Visit and Transfer: $18
- Ubud Balinese Cooking Class with Rice Field and Market Tour: $19
- Full Day Ubud Waterfall Visit and Cooking Experience: $22
- Afternoon Cooking Class & Making Bali Offering with Dinner: $24
- Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour with Rice Field View: $25
- Cooking Class and Dinner in Traditional House by Food Lover Tour: $25
- 8 Hours Private Balinese Cooking Class with Tirta Empul Temple: $28
- Bali Cooking Class with Hotel Pick-up: $30
- Uluwatu, Sunset, Kecak Dance & Dinner: A Romantic Bali Evening: $30
- Bali Amazing Cooking Class: $30
- Be a real Balinese with Traditional Balinese Cooking Class: $30
- Cultural Evening Dinner: $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Ubud $9.30
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dhow Boat Cruise with Sun Set at Al Safliya Island: $20
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- Doha Complete Experience: City Tour,Desert & InlandSea in One Day: $28
- Doha 4 Hours City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $29
- Doha City Sightseeing Tour To All Main Attractions: $29
- Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup: $29
- Doha Desert Safari Adventure CamelRide, DuneBashing & Inland Sea: $29
- Half Day Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Inland Sea Tour: $29
- Explore Doha Souq Waqif Katara Cultural Village Pearl Island Tour: $30
- Doha Private City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $30
- Moonlight on The Gulf A Doha Dhow Cruise Adventure: $30
- Doha Adventure Sandbord Buggy Sunset Sunrise stargazing: $35
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kubu Bali Experience Ubud Day Pass: $2.29
- Bali Jatiluwih ATV Ride Jungle Tour: $4.57
- Sari Timbul Art Gallery Entrance Ticket: $5.14
- Wheel Bali Ticket: $5.38
- Mangrove Tour at Nusa Lembongan : Kayak, Paddle and Boat: $8.00
- Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park Ticket in Bali: $8.00
- Melasti Beach Kecak Dance Ticket: $8.00
- Boat Ticket from Kusamba Port, Bali to Sampalan Port, Nusa Penida: $8.26
- Kuber Bali ATV Adventure with Cave and Waterfall: $8.57
- Bali Private Car Charter Tour with English Speaking Driver: $9.00
- Bali Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Adventure: $9.00
- Full-Day Private North Bali Tour with Free WiFi: $9.32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Ubud $6.26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Ubud, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Ubud much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Ubud 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 Ubud would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ubud 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 Ubud.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Ubud Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Ubud?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Ubud, 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.