Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Luxor?
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 Luxor can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Luxor?
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.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
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 Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Luxor $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $17. 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 Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Luxor $7.54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Luxor $15
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Luxor? 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 Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Luxor $3.87
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:
- Abu Dhabi City Tour with Louvre Museum On SIC Transfers: $60
- Banana Boat Ride Dubai With Transfer: $190
- Burj Al Arab Tour - Gold Cappuccino With Private Transfers: $147
- Dining Experience at Armani Hotel Burj Khalifa With Transfers: $185
- Ekart Zabeel Dubai With Transfer: $150
- Global Village Dubai With Private transfer: $85
- Inside Burj Al Arab Tour with Gold Cappuccino and Transfer: $190
- Jet Ski Adventure in Dubai with Optional Transfers: $111
- Wild Wadi Water Park with Round-Trip Transfers: $170
- 1 Day 1 Park (Motiongate or Legoland) with Private Transfer: $185
- 12 Minute Helicopter Ride in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $255
- 2 Dives for Certified Divers in Fujairah with lunch & transfer: $167
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfers and Meals: $429
- One Way Transfer From Luxor to Alexandria In A Private Vehicle: $299
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Aswan: $270
- Shared Transfer from Luxor to Aswan: $220
- Private Transfer Luxor City To El Gouna: $203
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Dendara Temple to Hurghada: $199
- Private transfer - from Luxor to Hurghada and visit Dendara en route: $192
- Private Transfer Luxor City To Soma Bay: $191
- Private Transfer From Luxor To Abu Simbel or vice versa: $185
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Marsa Alam or vice versa: $165
- Transfer From Luxor To Marsa Alam : $160
- Group Transfer from Luxor to Marsa Alam: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor 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 $56Luxor $5.77
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:
- DINNER +PARTY + CITY of old city Dubai : $6.00
- 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
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Dhow Boat Dinner Cruise in Dubai: $19
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner - Creek: $20
- Dubai Desert Safari with Sand Boarding, BBQ Dinner, Camel ride: $23
- Desert safari adventure with BBQ dinner: $24
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Canal Ocenan Queen: $25
- Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Riding & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner : $19
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House of Luxor: $30
- Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $43
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Nile in Luxor: $50
- Felucca Ride at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $55
- Luxor Nile Cruise Dinner: $60
- Luxor Downtown Walking Food Tour With Local Dishes : $60
- Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca : $64
- Luxor & Mummification Museums & City Tour by H. Carriage & Dinner: $70
- Full Day Private Tour in Luxor w/Authentic Egyptian Cooking Class: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Luxor $6.67
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.
- A Self-Guided Tour of Dubai’s Origins in Deira: $5.99
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.54
- Dubai Old Town Quest Experience: $7.18
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Dubai: $8.84
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Dubai Fountain Walk Bridge Ticket: $9.49
- Dubai Fountain Bridge Walk Tickets : $11
- Desert Safari Self Drive Tour: $12
- Al Shindagha Museum Ticket: $13
- Al Shindagha Museum Ticket: $13
- Walking Tour with local Friend and Discover Old Dubai : $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.56
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.71
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Camel Ride for Two$1.25
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Day City Break Tour in Luxor: $290
- Breathtaking Hot Air Balloon Experience Of Luxor: $45
- Day Private Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples: $90
- Day Tour to Hathor Temple at Dendera from Luxor by car: $68
- Day Tour to Madinet Habu Temple & the Workers Tombs: $54
- Dendera Temple Tour by Boat from Luxor { private }: $120
- Dendera and Abydos Temples Tour from Luxor: $123
- Dendera and Abydos Templs Full Day Tour: $170
- Dendera and Abydos private tour from Luxor: $125
- East Bank Tour in Luxor: $87
- East and West Banks of Full Day Tour from Hurghada: $205
- Experience a Quad Bike Safari in Luxor: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Luxor $2.24
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Luxor, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Luxor is in Africa, 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 Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Luxor?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Luxor, 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 Luxor?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Dubai or Luxor in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Luxor. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year.
Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season. Dubai usually gets more rain in July than Luxor. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Luxor this time of the year. Dubai can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Dubai is generally around the same temperature as Luxor. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 35°C (95°F), and Luxor fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Luxor 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Luxor in the Autumn?
Both Luxor and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Dubai usually receives more rain than Luxor. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Dubai is a little warmer than Luxor in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Luxor fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Luxor 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Luxor in the Winter?
Both Luxor 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round.
January to March is the rainy season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets more rain in January than Luxor. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Dubai is a little warmer than Luxor. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dubai in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Luxor averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Luxor 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Luxor in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Luxor. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. In April, Dubai usually receives more rain than Luxor. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Dubai is generally around the same temperature as Luxor. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 26°C (79°F), and Luxor fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Luxor 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Luxor and Dubai
| Dubai | Luxor | |||
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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) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
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