Which place is cheaper, Cheju (Jeju) 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 Cheju (Jeju)?
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 Cheju (Jeju) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Cheju (Jeju)?
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.
Cheju (Jeju)
Cheju is an island located just off the southern coast of South Korea in the Korean Strait. It is known for its volcanic landscape full of craters and cave-like lava tubes, which many visitors venture to hike and explore. With the main industry invested in tourism, it is a popular vacation spot for Koreans and foreigners alike, and remains the top honeymoon destination for Korean newlyweds.
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 Cultural Tours in South Korea, and The Best Luxury Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $289Cheju (Jeju) $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Cheju (Jeju) is $81. 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 Cheju (Jeju) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Cheju (Jeju) $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Cheju (Jeju) $88
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Cheju (Jeju)
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Cheju (Jeju)? 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 $13Cheju (Jeju) $9.88
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:
- "Airport Transfers to or from Dubai with SUV Car": $95
- 1 Day 1 Park (Motiongate or Legoland) with Private Transfer: $185
- 1 Hour Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Transfer: $45
- 1-Hour Quad Biking Tour with Transfer from Dubai: $140
- 12 Minute Helicopter Ride in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $255
- 3-Hour Ice Skating Experience in Dubai with optional Transfer: $70
- 4 Hour Dubai Layover Tour with Private Airport Transfers On Time: $126
- A Guided Tour To Quranic Park and Jumeirah Mosque With Transfer: $95
- AYA Universe Dubai Entry with Optional Round Trip Hotel Transfers: $55
- AYA Universe Dubai Ticket with Transfer option: $33
- AYA Universe Dubai with Transfer Option: $42
- AYA Universe Light and Sound Park in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cheju (Jeju)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cheju (Jeju):
- jeju island Private Taxi Hallasan Hiking Trail Transfer - One way: $180
- Private Taxi Transfer from Jeju City to Jeju Airport(one way ): $90
- Private Transfer From Jeju Airport to in Seogwipo Jeju Island: $70
- Private Transfer From Seogwipo to Jeju Airport in jeju island: $65
- Private Transfer From Airport to Downtown jeju city (Two way ): $45
- Jeju international Airport Transfer Pick up and Sending Service: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Cheju (Jeju)?
Prices for flights to both Cheju (Jeju) 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 $96Cheju (Jeju) $28
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$6.54
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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:
- Dubai Self Drive Desert Safari Experience with BBQ dinner: $10
- Dubai Red Dunes Desert Safari with Dinner, Camel, Shows & Pickup: $11
- VIP Red Dune Safari Dubai,Pick/Drop,Camel Ride, Quad & BBQ Dinner: $15
- Dune Bashing Red Dunes 4x4 Pick & Drop Shows Dinner Camel: $15
- VIP Red Dune Safari with Pick/Drop BBQ Dinner Camelride sandbord: $15
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- VIP Red Dune Safari with Pick/Drop BBQ/Dinner Camelride Sandbord: $15
- VIP Red Dune Safari, Pick/Drop, Camel Ride,BBQ Dinner & Quad Bike: $15
- Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef: $16
- Desert Safari Dubai with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $16
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner in Creek with pickup drop option: $16
- Dinner Dhow Cruise with Live Entertainment Al Seef: $16
Typical Food Prices in Cheju (Jeju)
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cheju (Jeju):
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Burger$4.30
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Donkatsu (Charles Restaurant)$6.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cheju (Jeju)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cheju (Jeju).
- JEJU Cooking Class _Class & Dinner at Jeju Seaside Sunset Terrace: $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Cheju (Jeju) $5.25
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.
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Dubai: $5.85
- A Self-Guided Tour of Dubai’s Origins in Deira: $5.99
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.80
- Dubai Fountain Boardwalk Entry Ticket: $6.81
- Global Village Dubai Ticket with optional transport: $9.00
- The Palm Monorail Ticket Dubai: $9.21
- Maze Mirror Inside Creek Park Entry Ticket: $9.77
- Dubai Butterfly Garden Ticket Deals: $10
- Dubai Butterfly Garden Tickets: $13
- Al Shindagha Museum Ticket: $13
- Al Shindagha Museum Tickets: $13
- Authentic Old Town, Souks, Tastings & Abra Boat Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Cheju (Jeju)
Here are a few actual costs in Cheju (Jeju) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (100% Safety Return) Jeju UNESCO Shore Excursion Cruise: $63
- (Guaranteed Return) Jeju Authentic Shore Excursion Cruise: $63
- (Hotel PickUp) Jeju EAST Canola Flower Festival Tour with UNESCO: $119
- (Hotel Pickup Small Vip) Cherry Blossom East Tour Jeju UNESCO: $80
- (Hotel Pickup Small Vip) JEJU Cherry Blossom West&South Tour: $80
- 2 Days Jeju UNESCO East and South West Highlights Join Tour: $57
- 2 Days Private Tour with a Very Experienced Driver in Jeju Island: $290
- 2Days Private Tour Free schedule with A lot of Experience driver: $300
- 2Days World Natural Heritage & South & west tour in jeju island: $225
- Beautiful Jeju Island Private UNESCO day Tour: $160
- Best Jeju Day Tour: UNESCO & Must-See (East/SouthWest): $54
- Cruise Jeju UNESCO East Day Tour: $300
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Cheju (Jeju) $6.82
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: $62
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Cheju (Jeju), we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Cheju (Jeju) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Cheju (Jeju) 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 Cheju (Jeju) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cheju (Jeju) 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 Cheju (Jeju).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Cheju (Jeju) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Cheju (Jeju)?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cheju (Jeju). When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Cheju (Jeju), 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 Cheju (Jeju)?
Cheju (Jeju) has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dubai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dubai or Cheju (Jeju) in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Cheju (Jeju). Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The heat can be very extreme in Dubai. In the summer, Dubai is a little warmer than Cheju (Jeju). Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Cheju (Jeju) averages at about 26°C (79°F).
It's quite rainy in Cheju (Jeju). Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Cheju (Jeju). Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cheju (Jeju) receives 230 mm (9.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Cheju (Jeju) 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Cheju (Jeju) in the Autumn?
Both Cheju (Jeju) and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year.
In October, Dubai is generally much warmer than Cheju (Jeju). Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Cheju (Jeju) fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Cheju (Jeju). Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cheju (Jeju) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Cheju (Jeju) 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Cheju (Jeju) in the Winter?
Both Cheju (Jeju) 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.
Dubai is much warmer than Cheju (Jeju) in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Cheju (Jeju) fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Cheju (Jeju). Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cheju (Jeju) receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. January to March is the rainy season in Dubai.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Cheju (Jeju) 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Cheju (Jeju) in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Cheju (Jeju). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round.
In the spring, Dubai is much warmer than Cheju (Jeju). Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Cheju (Jeju) averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Cheju (Jeju). Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cheju (Jeju) receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. June to August in Dubai is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Cheju (Jeju) 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Cheju (Jeju) and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 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.