Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Dubai?
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 Dubai or Bangalore?
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 Bangalore can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Bangalore?
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.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.
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Dubai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $289Bangalore $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $53. 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 Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Bangalore $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Bangalore $40
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Bangalore? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Bangalore $9.59
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:
- Zipline Experience in Dubai Marina with 1 Way optional Transfers: $229
- Xline Dubai Marina Zipline Experience With Transfers Option: $261
- Xline Dubai Marina Zipline Adventure with Transfers Options: $260
- Xline Dubai Marina Zip line Experience With Transfers Option: $279
- Wild Wadi Waterpark Dubai Ticket With Private Transfer: $125
- Wild Wadi Water Park Ticket with Transfer from Dubai: $131
- Wild Wadi Iconic Waterpark Entry Tickets with Transfers Option: $84
- Wild Wadi Adventure Waterpark Tickets With Transfers Option : $105
- Wild Wadi - Dubai Theme Water Park Tickets With Transfers Option: $159
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Dubai HTL-APT (DXB): $30
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Dubai APT-HTL (DXB): $30
- Try Scuba Diving & snorkeling with BBQ lunch & Transfer: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer: $297
- Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer: $238
- From Private Transfer to Hubli Car & Driver: $213
- From One-Way Transfer to Wayanad Car & Driver: $177
- From Private Transfer to Chennai Car & Driver: $177
- From One-Way Transfer to Ooty Car & Driver: $165
- From Mysore guided day tour with transfers: $165
- From Private Transfer to Chikmagalur Car & Driver: $154
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $149
- Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport (BLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $149
- A Private Transfer: From Chennai to Bangalore Car & Driver: $142
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore 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 $96Bangalore $22
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:
- Old Dubai Souks, Abra Ride, and Street Food Tour: $10
- Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour: $11
- Al-Seef Premium Dinner Cruise: $13
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner in Deira Creek: $15
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
- Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner: $18
- Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner in Deira Creek - Dubai: $18
- Desert Safari With Camel Ride and Dinner: $19
- Dhow Cruise Dinner Creek: $19
- Scenic Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner and Live Shows: $19
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner - Creek: $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bengaluru food tour in VV puram chat street.: $24
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Family: $32
- Bangalore : Street Food tour and Local Market Visit.: $39
- Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with an Award Winning Chef: $54
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $62
- Private Cooking and Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $68
- Private Indian Cooking Class and Meal in Bangalore Home: $73
- 3-Hour Private Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $74
- Private Cooking Classes on a Farm in Bangalore City: $85
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Bangalore $11
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.
- Abu Dhabi Sightseeing City Tour including Grand Mosque: $60
- Burj Khalifa Observation deck Dubai Admission Ticket : $71
- Burj Khalifa Tour - Top Sky Ticket 124, 125 & 148 Floor Level Access : $165
- Classical Dubai Highlights City Tour : $44
- Desert Adventure with ATV and Camel Ride and Live Shows: $100
- Desert Safari Tour in Dubai: $20
- Desert Safari, City Tour & Dhow Cruise in Marina Enjoy In Dubai: $110
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Entrance Ticket: $48
- Dubai City Sightseeing Tour In A Private Vehicle ( Full-day ) : $299
- Dubai City Sightseeing Tour with Hop On Hop Off: $74
- Dubai City Tour With English Speaking Guide: $300
- Dubai Marina Luxury Yacht Tour with BF : $105
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Full-Day Bangalore City Tour: $73
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $145
- 03 Nights / 04 Days, Bangalore with Ooty Hill Station Tour: $514
- 04 Days, Exclusive Bangalore and Ooty Hill Station Tour: $490
- 3 Days Private Tour of Hampi from Bengaluru: $269
- 8-Hour Custom Private Tour of Bengaluru: $139
- A Vijayanagara Tour through Hampi And Anegundi: $242
- Architecture Tour of Bangalore: $76
- Art & Craft Tour of Bangalore: $98
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $36
- Bangalore - Full Day Private Tour: $130
- Bangalore : Private Full Day Historical Guided Tour: $243
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Bangalore $8.97
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 Tour: $56
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tours: $59
- Pub Crawl Private, Birthdays & Corporate Events: $110
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl Bangalore: $39
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $39
- Pub Crawl Bangalore (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $42
- pub crawl Bangalore tours: $50
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drinks, Games & Discounts: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Bangalore, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Bangalore 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 Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore 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 Bangalore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Bangalore, 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.