Should you visit Dubai or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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 Buenos Aires, Argentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
Which city is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Average Daily Cost
Per person, per day
Dubai
$198
Buenos Aires, Argentina
$68
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $198, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $68. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Dubai and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
Double occupancy rooms typically run around $272 in Dubai For nicer amenities and a premiere location, you can expect to pay a bit more.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $54. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Dubai $136
Buenos Aires, Argentina $27
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Dubai
$272
Buenos Aires, Argentina
$54
Food
The average traveler spends about $45 per day in Dubai for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
In Buenos Aires, Argentina travelers spend around $22 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
Typical Food prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Romantic Dhow Creek Dinner Cruise With Live Shows and International Buffet:
$17
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Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner:
$18
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Dubai Deira Cruise with International Buffet Dinner with Live Shows:
$19
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Cruising with Dinner and Live Shows at Dubai Creek:
$20
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Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner:
$20
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Dhow Dinner Cruise at Dubai Creek (Without Transfers):
$20
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Sail along the Dubai Creek Dhow cruise with a delectable Dinner from AED 60:
$21
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Sightseeing Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner:
$21
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Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai:
$22
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Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek:
$22
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Evening Dhow Dinner Cruise in Dubai:
$22
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Dubai Creek 2-Hour Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner:
$23
Typical Food prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Lunch
$0.21
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Cup of Coffee
$0.12
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Empandas
$0.15
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Espresso
$0.08
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Dinner (Pizza)
$0.13
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Ice Cream
$0.12
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Breakfast at Airport
$0.31
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Dinner (Sandwiches)
$0.09
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Sweets
$0.05
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Hot Dog
$0.07
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Breakfast (Take-Away)
$0.11
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Lunch for 2
$1.37
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Cake and Coffee
$4.41
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Dinner
$16
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Powerade
$0.96
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Lunch
$6.93
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Dinner
$10
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Chocolate
$26
Local Transportation
Dubai's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $10 per person, per day on transportation in Dubai.
The average price of local transportation around Buenos Aires, Argentina is $10 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
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Local Transportation
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
Dubai $10
Buenos Aires, Argentina $10
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:
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1 Hour Dune Buggy Dubai with 2 way Private Transfers from Dubai:
$195
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2 Hours Buggy Can Am X3 with Transfers for 2 Persons:
$654
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2 Hours Buggy Polaris 1000cc with Transfers:
$391
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Abu Dhabi Airport Transfers : Dubai City to Abu Dhabi Airport AUH in Luxury Van:
$149
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Abu Dhabi Airport Transfers: Dubai City to Abu Dhabi Airport AUH in Business Car:
$108
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Abu Dhabi City Tour & Louvre Museum Admission With Dubai Hotel Transfers:
$72
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Abu Dhabi City Tour+Lunch with Sharing Transfers:
$52
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Abu Dhabi City tour with Private Transfers:
$122
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Abu Dhabi City tour with Sharing Transfers:
$30
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Abu Dhabi City tour+Ferrari with Sharing Transfers:
$112
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Abu Dhabi City tour+Lunch with Private Transfer:
$149
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Abu Dhabi City tour+Warner Bros ticket with Sharing Transfers:
$112
Typical Local Transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Taxi from Airport
$1.11
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Local Bus
$0.02
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Metro Ride
$0.02
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Taxi to airport
$0.29
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Taxi
$0.77
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Dubai can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $15 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Buenos Aires, Argentina's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $22 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
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Entertainment
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
Dubai $15
Buenos Aires, Argentina $22
Typical Entertainment prices in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Dubai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
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Global Village Entry Tickets:
$4.11
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Dubai Full-Day Global Village Tickets:
$4.11
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Global Village Entry Ticket:
$4.19
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Skip the Line: Global Village Ticket:
$4.32
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Global Village Dubai (Ticket):
$4.85
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Dubai Global Village Entrance Ticket:
$5.20
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Dubai Marina: Explore its activities & attractions on this audio walking tour:
$5.50
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Ethnic Emirati Dining Experience:
$12
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Resident Marina Sightseeing Tour:
$12
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Dubai City Tour, Dubai:
$12
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Dubai Virtual City Tour With Live Video Chat Commentary:
$15
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Flying Cup Experience Ticket Dubai:
$17
Typical Entertainment prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Dubai, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $18.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $12 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typical Alcohol prices in Dubai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
Typical Alcohol prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
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Beer
$0.10
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Beer (0.66L)
$0.16
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Cocktail
$0.25
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Alcohol
$5.54
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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