A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Dubai vs. Madhya Pradesh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Dubai or Madhya Pradesh?

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 Madhya Pradesh can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Dubai or Madhya Pradesh?

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.

Madhya Pradesh

Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.

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 in India, and The Best 2-Week Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh or Dubai?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Dubai Prices
    UAE Prices
    Madhya Pradesh Prices
    India Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Dubai $289
    Madhya Pradesh $1,252

The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $1,252. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Dubai $170
    Madhya Pradesh $544
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Dubai $340
    Madhya Pradesh $1,088
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Madhya Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Madhya Pradesh? 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.

Hotels in Dubai


Hotels in Madhya Pradesh


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Dubai $13
    Madhya Pradesh $190
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubai

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:


  • Taxi Ride
    $12
  • Airport Taxi
    $12
  • Sea Taxi
    $0.54

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubai

Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 1 Day 1 Park (Motiongate or Legoland) with Private Transfer: $185
  • 1 Hour Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Transfer: $45
  • 2 Dives for Certified Divers in Fujairah with transfer: $167
  • 20 Minute Jet Car Ride Near Burj Al Arab with Optional Transfers: $230
  • 4 Seater Jet Car Adventure in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $280
  • A Guided Tour To Quranic Park and Jumeirah Mosque With Transfer: $95
  • A Japanese Business Lunch Experience in Dubai with Transfer: $119
  • AYA Universe Dubai Entry with Optional Round Trip Hotel Transfers: $47
  • AYA Universe Dubai Tickets with Transfer Option: $37
  • AYA Universe Dubai with Transfer Option: $42
  • AYA Universe Light and Sound Park in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $63
  • AYA Universe and Dubai Miracle Garden Private Tour With Transfer: $195

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:

  • Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $106
  • Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $45
  • Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $45
  • Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $43
  • Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Madhya Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Dubai $96
    Madhya Pradesh $462
Typical Food Prices in Dubai

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:


  • French bread
    $0.95
  • Sumo salad in Dubai Mall + Juice
    $10
  • Lemon Mint Tea
    $4.36
  • Coffee & Cake
    $6.54
  • Smoothie
    $5.45
  • 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:

  • VIP Red Dunes Dubai Desert Safari BBQ Quad Dinner Shows: $3.75
  • Royal Desert Adventure with BBQ dinner: $5.00
  • Dubai Desert Safari, Dunes Drive, Camel Ride, Shows & Dinner: $6.98
  • Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride, Sandboarding and BBQ Dinner: $7.80
  • Luxury Red Dune Safari Dubai with Quad Bike, Camel Ride & Dinner: $7.90
  • VIP Red Dune Safari, Pick/Drop, Camel Ride,BBQ Dinner & Quad Bike: $7.99
  • VIP Red Dune Safari Dubai,Pick/Drop,Camel Ride, Quad & BBQ Dinner: $8.00
  • VIP Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $8.00
  • Premium Desert Safari Dubai with BBQ dinner Quad Bike and Shows: $9.73
  • Premium Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike BBQ Dinner and Shows: $10
  • Dhow Cruise With Dinner at Al Jaddaf Dubai: $14
  • VIP Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike, Camel & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $14

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Dubai $19
    Madhya Pradesh $344
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubai

For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 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's Hidden Gems: Self Guided City Tour: $3.41
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Dubai: $5.69
  • Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
  • Dubai Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $6.84
  • Dubai Walking Tour 1h00 and 9 audio reviews: $7.43
  • Dubai Global Village E Tickets: $8.29
  • Global Village Dubai Tickets: $8.37
  • Global Village Dubai Ticket: $8.65
  • Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
  • Global Village Dubai Ticket With Transport Options: $9.00
  • The Palm Monorail Ticket Dubai: $9.21
  • Miracle Garden and Global Village Entrance Ticket: $9.77

Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh

Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Night 3 Days Adventure & Cultural Escape in Orchha: $87
  • 2 nights 3 Days Ujjain and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Tour: $98
  • 3 Days Ujjain Mahakal and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour: $123
  • 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
  • 6D Bhasma Aarti VR Experience at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain: $3.81
  • A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $76
  • All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $102
  • Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
  • Bhedaghat Tour From Jabalpur: $99
  • Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $78
  • Day Tour Of Khajuraho: $28
  • Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $131

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Dubai $23
    Madhya Pradesh $151
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dubai

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:


  • A Couple Drinks
    $25


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Madhya Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Dubai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Madhya Pradesh 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 Dubai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dubai 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 Madhya Pradesh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Madhya Pradesh than you might in Dubai.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive?.