Which place is cheaper, Haifa or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Haifa?
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 Haifa can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Haifa?
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.
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Israel, and The Best Cultural Tours in Israel.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Haifa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Haifa is $123. 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 Haifa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Haifa $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Haifa $148
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Haifa
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Haifa? 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 Haifa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Haifa $4.93
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 Private Transfers: $265
- Yellow Boat Ride in Dubai with Private Transfers: $110
- Xline Dubai Marina Zip line Experience With Transfers Option: $243
- Wild Wadi Waterpark with One-Way Transfer: $140
- Wild Wadi Waterpark tickets with Private transfer: $154
- Wild Wadi Waterpark Dubai Ticket With Private Transfer: $125
- Wild Wadi Water Theme Park with Ticket & Transfers: $175
- Wild Wadi Water Park Ticket with Transfer from Dubai: $131
- Wild Wadi Dubai Water Park Tickets With Transfers Option: $99
- Wild Wadi Adventure Waterpark Tickets With Transfers From Dubai: $105
- Wild Wadi - Dubai Theme Water Park Tickets With Transfers Option: $98
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Dubai Airport (DXB) - Dubai City: $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Haifa?
Prices for flights to both Haifa 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 $56Haifa $44
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:
- 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
- Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef: $15
- Dubai Romantic Dhow Creek Dinner Cruise With Live Shows and International Buffet: $15
- Cruising With Dinner And Live Shows At Dubai Creek: $18
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Haifa $5.68
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.
- 30-Minutes Jet Ski Burj Al Arab Tour of Dubai: $125
- Abu Dhabi City Tour Including Ferrari World Ticket : $170
- Abu Dhabi City Tour in 4x4 Private Vehicle, Dubai Pickup Option: $299
- Admission ticket for IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai: $95
- Bur Dubai Abra Tour and Boat Ride with Museum of Illusions : $135
- Burj Khalifa At the Top & Sky Views Ticket: $167
- Burj Khalifa Observation deck Dubai Admission Ticket : $71
- Burj Khalifa Tour - Top Sky Ticket 124, 125 & 148 Floor Level Access : $165
- Dibba Full Day Cruise Trip: $191
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Entrance Ticket: $48
- Dubai City Sightseeing Tour In A Private Vehicle ( Full-day ) : $289
- Dubai City Tour + Burj Khalifa + Dubai Frame + Desert Safari (one day tour): $271
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Guided Tour: $1,300
- From Tel Aviv: Northern Israel Coast Private Tour: $999
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Haifa $13
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: $67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Haifa, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Haifa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Haifa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Haifa 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 Haifa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Haifa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Haifa?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Haifa, 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 Haifa?
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 Haifa in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Haifa. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. In July, Dubai usually receives less rain than Haifa. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Haifa receives 20 mm (0.8 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 Haifa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Haifa averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Haifa 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Haifa in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Haifa. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year.
Dubai usually gets less rain in October than Haifa. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Haifa receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Haifa. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Haifa fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Haifa 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Haifa in the Winter?
Both Haifa 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 Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Dubai is January to March. It rains a lot this time of the year in Haifa. In January, Dubai usually receives less rain than Haifa. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Haifa receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Dubai is a little warmer than Haifa in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Haifa fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Haifa 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Haifa in the Spring?
Both Haifa 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 Haifa year-round.
June to August is the dry season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in April than Haifa. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Haifa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Dubai is a little warmer than Haifa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Haifa averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Haifa 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Haifa and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
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