Which place is cheaper, Chumphon 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 Chumphon?
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 Chumphon can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Chumphon?
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.
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok.
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Dubai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $289Chumphon $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Chumphon is $49. 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 Chumphon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Chumphon $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Chumphon $36
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Chumphon
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Chumphon? 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 Chumphon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Chumphon $6.92
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:
- VR Park Dubai Ticket with Transfer: $86
- Ultimate Dubai Helicopter Tour with Optional Transfers: $241
- Toyota Previa Private Airport Transfer To OR From Dubai Airport: $80
- Toyota Previa Private Airport Transfer To OR From Dubai Airport: $59
- Top of Burj Khalifa & Sky Views Dubai Tour with Transfers: $184
- The View at the Palm with Transfer: $75
- The View At The Palm Jumeirah Dubai With Transfer: $105
- The View At The Palm Jumeirah Dubai Tickets with Private transfer: $112
- The Green Planet Dubai tickets with Private transfer: $126
- Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride with Transfers Classic: $255
- Stress-Busting Smash Room Experience in Dubai with Pvt. Transfer: $160
- Sky Views Observatory Dubai with Glass Slide with transfer option: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chumphon
Also for Chumphon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chumphon : Story of Batik Making Workshop with Transfers: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Chumphon?
Prices for flights to both Chumphon 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 $96Chumphon $24
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 Luxury Red Dunes Safari with BBQ Dinner and Live Shows: $4.00
- Evening Desert Safari With BBQ dinner & live shows: $5.00
- Premium Desert Safari with Camel Ride, Sandboard Dinner with BBQ: $6.78
- Dubai Desert Safari Tour Hotel Transfer, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $6.78
- VIP Red Dune Safari Dubai,Pick/Drop,Camel Ride, Quad & BBQ Dinner: $8.00
- Premium vip private desrt safari BBQ dinner quad live shows: $8.25
- Premium Desert Safari with VIP Lounge, Quad, Camel Ride & Dinner: $8.36
- Premium Desert Safari, Pick/Drop, Camel Ride, Quad bike & Dinner: $8.37
- Dubai Private Red Dunes Safari With Quad Biking, Dinner and Shows: $8.40
- Desert Safari,Premium sofa,Quad Bike,CamelRide,BBQ Dinner,Shows: $8.71
- VIP Dubai Red Dune Desert Safari 4x4, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner: $8.75
- Budget-Friendly Evening Desert Safari + BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $8.99
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.18
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Fruit at the Market$0.60
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Breakfast$1.19
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Chumphon $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.
- “Dubai City Tour – Old & Modern Highlights with Hotel Pickup.: $209
- "Discover Abu Dhabi: A Captivating 6-Hour Guided Tour": $69
- (Private) Abu Dhabi Sightseeing Tour from Dubai: $195
- 05 Hours Dubai Night City Tour: $61
- 1 Day Dubai City Tour: $80
- 1 HR - Dubai Marina Luxury Yacht Tour: $20
- 1 Hour Private Videography Tour of Aya Universe in Dubai: $215
- 1 Hour Shared Desert Horse Riding Experience: $50
- 1 hour Jetski Tour - Burj Al Arab Tour: $165
- 1-Hour Desert Buggy Self-Drive Adventure: Camel Ride & Sandboard: $249
- 1-Hour Jet Ski Tour – Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, & Dubai Skyline: $155
- 1-Hour KTM 450CC Dirt bike Desert Adventure Tours in Dubai: $154
Tours and Activities in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chumphon : 2.5hrs ATV Hidden Scenic Trail Adventure: $133
- 3-Hours SUP Board Experience to Hidden Gem: $39
- Hiking Adventure to Hidden Khao Thalu Cave: $217
- Jet Ski Adventure with Island Trip Option: $136
- Jet Ski Island Adventure – Explore Hidden Islands: $106
- Kayaking Adventure to Hidden Gems Escape: $45
- Private Speedboat Snorkeling Tour with Lunch: $245
- Tianmen Mountain, Big Buddha & Optional ATV Tour: $106
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Chumphon $12
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: $38
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$4.18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Chumphon, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Chumphon 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 Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Chumphon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Chumphon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Chumphon?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Chumphon, 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 Chumphon?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Dubai or Chumphon in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Chumphon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. Chumphon receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Dubai usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Dubai. In the summer, Dubai is a little warmer than Chumphon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Chumphon averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Chumphon 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Chumphon in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Chumphon. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Chumphon. Dubai usually gets less rain in October than Chumphon. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Dubai is generally around the same temperature as Chumphon. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Chumphon fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Chumphon 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Chumphon in the Winter?
Both Chumphon and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Dubai is January to March. In January, Dubai usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Dubai is cooler than Chumphon in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Chumphon fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Chumphon 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Chumphon in the Spring?
Both Chumphon and Dubai during the spring 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 Chumphon year-round.
June to August is the dry season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in April than Chumphon. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Dubai is around the same temperature as Chumphon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Chumphon averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Chumphon 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Chumphon and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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