Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Kiev?
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 Kiev can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Kiev?
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.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Kiev $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $26. 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 Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Kiev $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Kiev $34
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Kiev? 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 $13Kiev $1.03
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:
- Global Village Dubai Skip the Line Tickets with Transfer Option: $9.15
- Global Village Dubai Ticket with Optional transfer: $10
- Global Village Dubai Tickets with Transfers Option: $11
- Private Dubai Airport Transfer DXB to Anywhere in Dubai: $13
- Sharing Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Dubai Mall (Burj Khalifa, VR Parks, DAUZ): $18
- Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Aquaventure/Lost Chamber: $18
- Dubai Frame Ticket with Optional Transfer: $19
- Airport Transfers to/from all Terminals: $19
- Dubai Global Village All Days Ticket With Shared Transfer: $20
- Dubai Frame Entry Ticket With Optional Transfer: $20
- Dubai Frame Admission Ticket with Transfer Option: $20
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Dubai Airport (DXB): $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Strategic Missile Forces Base: Round-Trip Transfer from Kyiv& Museum Guided Tour: $146
- Luxury Departure Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Business Car: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev 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 $56Kiev $7.25
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:
- Premium Dinner Cruise Al-Seef: $12
- 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
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
- Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $113
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Kiev $2.04
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.
- Tourist eSIM/SIM Card with Data and Minutes: $2.50
- Dubai Guided Old Town Tour, Abra Boat, Gold & Spice Souk: $4.63
- Ticket to Muséum of the futuré: $5.30
- Global Village Entry Ticket: $6.13
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.34
- 4G Data Roaming eSIM Card for Tourists: $6.46
- Old Town Walking Tour with Souks, Abra Ride & Snacks: $8.00
- Old Walking Tour with Boat Ride, Souks and Museums: $8.17
- Old Dubai, Walking Tour, Souk Shopping, and Abra Ride: $8.85
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Guided Old Town Tour with Souks, Tastings & Boat Tour: $9.53
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- "Kiev Private Nightlife Tour" - Visit Secret Bars & Party with Locals: $53
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $56
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $39
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train: $225
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $88
- 3-Hour Kiev Street Art Private Tour: $53
- Adventure City Center Tour : $120
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $98
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $107
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $162
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Kiev $6.40
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: $66
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour: $67
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Pub Crawling | Private Beer Tasting Tour: $77
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Kiev, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Kiev is in Europe, 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 Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Kiev, 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 Kiev?
Kiev 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 Kiev in the Summer?
Both Kiev and Dubai during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's very hot in Dubai this time of the year. Dubai is much warmer than Kiev in the summer. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Kiev fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Kiev. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year. June to August is the dry season in Dubai.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Kiev 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Kiev in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Kiev. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round.
In the autumn, Dubai is much warmer than Kiev. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dubai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Kiev averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Kiev. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Kiev 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Kiev in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Kiev. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Kiev can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Dubai is generally much warmer than Kiev. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 19°C (66°F), and Kiev fluctuates around -4°C (24°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Kiev. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year. January to March in Dubai is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Kiev -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Kiev in the Spring?
Both Kiev and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year.
Dubai is much warmer than Kiev in the spring. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Kiev fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Kiev. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Dubai is June to August.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Kiev 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Kiev and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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