Which place is cheaper, Yangon or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Yangon?
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 Yangon 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 Yangon?
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.
Yangon
Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and economic center for the nation of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The city is a mix of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is host to beautiful 19th-century colonial architecture as well as modern skyscrapers. The people of Yangon mainly follow the Buddhist religion and it is common to see monks wandering along the busy streets amidst gilded temples.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $199Yangon $40
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $199, while the average daily cost in Yangon is $40. 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 Yangon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Yangon $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Yangon $40
Compare Hotels in Doha and Yangon
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Yangon? 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 $23Yangon $1.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Shared Arrival Transfer - Doha City: $14
- Shared Departure Transfer from Doha: $14
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - Doha city: $14
- Shared Departure Transfer in West Bay : $20
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - West bay: $20
- Shared Departure Transfer in West Bay: $20
- Airport Transfer - TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $25
- Shared Departure Transfer - Pearl Qatar: $27
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - Pearl Qatar: $27
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - Pearl Qatar: $27
- Guided City Tour From Cruise Terminal & Transfer: $30
- Airport Transfer (To and From Doha City): $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer : $8.54
- Bagan Airport Transfer with Private Car: $13
- One Way Yangon Hotel to Airport Transfer with Airport Lounge access: $52
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bagan Nyaung-U Airport (NYU) to Hotel: $14
- Private Arrival Transfer: Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Hotel: $23
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $40
- Yangon Airport (RGN): Private Transfer to/from Yangon City: $41
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer : $20
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer : $27
- Private Hotel Transfers to or from YIA Airport: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Yangon?
Prices for flights to both Yangon 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 $61Yangon $6.28
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 Yangon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yangon.
- Yangon Evening Food Tour and trishaw ride: $26
- Yangon morning food tour with train ride : $27
- Yangon Street Food Tours: $28
- Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Yangon -
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 Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- Bus Ticket ( Yangon - Mandalay): $21
- Yangon Cosmopolitan City Walking Tour: $22
- Morning Eat, Walk & Ride Tour: $25
- Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon: $25
- Half-Day Spiritual Shwedagon Pagoda Join in Tour in Yangon: $33
- Yangon Full Day City Tour: $38
- Yangon Group Street Food & Walking Tour: $40
- Yangon City Tour With English Speaking Driver: $40
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $42
- Discover Bagan Day Tour : $45
- One Bagan Sightseeing Tour: $45
- Small Group: 6-Hour Yangon Highlights CityWalk Join-In Guided Tour: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $14Yangon -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Yangon, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Yangon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Yangon 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 Yangon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangon 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 Yangon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Yangon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Yangon?
Yangon has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Yangon, 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.