Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dubai and Amritsar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Amritsar?
Dubai
Ever wonder what it would be like to see the lifestyles of the rich and famous up close. There's no more upscale destination than Dubai. It's by far and away the spot for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining and the most luxurious of luxury. As the most modern and progressive of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, this area has experienced an unbelievable economic boom and tourism spike. It's a desert city with an amazing infrastructure.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, and The Best Photography Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Amritsar $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $54. 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 Dubai and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Amritsar $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Amritsar $46
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Amritsar? 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: Dubai Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Amritsar $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:
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Taxi Ride$12
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Airport Taxi$12
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Sea Taxi$0.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubai
Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Banana Boat Ride Dubai With Transfer: $190
- Burj Al Arab Tour - Gold Cappuccino With Private Transfers: $147
- Dubai Frame & La Perle Dragon Dubai (Bronze) With Transfer: $210
- Dubai Maktoum DWC to Al Ain Private Limo-Van Transfer: $67
- Dubai Private Transfer to The Outlet Village: $92
- Jet Ski Adventure in Dubai with Optional Transfers: $109
- 1 Day 1 Park (Motiongate or Legoland) with Private Transfer: $185
- 1-Hour Quad Biking Tour with Transfer from Dubai: $61
- 12 Minute Helicopter Ride in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $255
- 2 Dives for Certified Divers in Fujairah with lunch & transfer: $167
- 2 Hour View at The Palm Ticket and One Way Monorail with Transfer: $65
- 20 Minute Jet Car Ride Near Burj Al Arab with Optional Transfers: $230
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $151
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $98
- Airport/Hotel Transfer to Chandigarh Airport/Hotel: $71
- Chandigarh to Amritsar Transfer: $71
- From Amritsar Airport Transfer: $28
- Amritsar Airport Transfer: $12
- Affordable Amritsar airport transfer: $11
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Dubai 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 dayDubai $56Amritsar $19
Typical Food Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
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French bread$0.95
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Sumo salad in Dubai Mall + Juice$10
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Lemon Mint Tea$4.36
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Coffee & Cake$6.53
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Smoothie$5.45
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Shawarma$1.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Dinner Cruise Al-Seef: $12
- Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek with Buffet Dinner: $14
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet in Dubai: $14
- Dubai:Desert Safari BBQ dinner, Dune bashing,Camel&Sandboarding: $14
- Scenic Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner and Live Shows: $14
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- 2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $15
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
- Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Flavors of Amritsar (2-Hour Guided Street Food Tour Walk): $24
- Amritsar Food Tour: $31
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Indo-Pak Beating Retreat Ceremony at Wagah Border & Dinner: $60
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $67
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Private Farm-Fresh Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $136
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $186
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Amritsar $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Visit to the Dubai Museum$0.82
Tours and Activities in Dubai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
- Tourist eSIM/SIM Card with Data and Minutes: $2.50
- Dubai Guided Old Town Tour, Abra Boat, Gold & Spice Souk: $4.63
- Ticket to Muséum of the futuré: $5.30
- Global Village Entry Ticket: $6.13
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.34
- 4G Data Roaming eSIM Card for Tourists: $6.46
- Old Town Walking Tour with Souks, Abra Ride & Snacks: $8.00
- Old Walking Tour with Boat Ride, Souks and Museums: $8.17
- Old Dubai, Walking Tour, Souk Shopping, and Abra Ride: $8.85
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Guided Old Town Tour with Souks, Tastings & Boat Tour: $9.53
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5-hour Amritsar city tour with a guide and local transport: $83
- Amritsar 02 days Tour: $216
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $54
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $36
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $39
- Amritsar 1 Night / 2 Days Tour: $67
- Amritsar : Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour: $36
- Amritsar City Tour: $41
- Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER) : $55
- Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $60
- Amritsar City Tour with Wagah Border and Sadda Pind Village: $101
- Amritsar Expeditions (Historical Heritage Walk and Full Day Tour): $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Amritsar $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dubai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
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A Couple Drinks$25
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubai
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubai:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tours: $66
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour: $67
Sample the Local Flavors in Amritsar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Amritsar:
- Pub Crawl Amritsar (3 hours pub hopping tour): $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Amritsar, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Amritsar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Amritsar 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 Amritsar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amritsar 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 Dubai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubai than you might in Amritsar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Amritsar?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of Amritsar. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Amritsar, 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.
When is the best time to visit Dubai or Amritsar?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Dubai or Amritsar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Amritsar. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amritsar throughout the year.
Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Amritsar. Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Amritsar. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Amritsar. It's very hot in Dubai this time of the year. Dubai is around the same temperature as Amritsar in the summer. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Amritsar fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Amritsar 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Amritsar in the Autumn?
Both Amritsar and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Amritsar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Amritsar. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Dubai is around the same temperature as Amritsar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dubai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Amritsar averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Amritsar 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Amritsar in the Winter?
Both Amritsar and Dubai during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amritsar year-round.
January to March is the rainy season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Amritsar. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Amritsar. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 19°C (66°F), and Amritsar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Amritsar 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Amritsar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Amritsar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Amritsar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Amritsar. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Dubai is around the same temperature as Amritsar in the spring. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Amritsar fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Amritsar 28°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Amritsar and Dubai
| Dubai | Amritsar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 35°C (96°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
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.