Which place is cheaper, Minsk or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Minsk?
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 Minsk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Minsk?
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.
Minsk
Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.
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 $248Minsk $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Minsk is $64. 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 Minsk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Minsk $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Minsk $64
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Minsk
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Minsk? 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 $13Minsk $12
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 Ticket with Optional transfer: $10
- 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 Airport Transfers 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
- Dubai Frame Ticket with Optional Private Transfer: $20
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Dubai Airport (DXB): $20
- Dubai Airport Private one way Arrival or Departure Transfer: $22
- Dubai Airport Shuttle - One Way Departure Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Minsk?
Prices for flights to both Minsk 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 $56Minsk $21
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
- Ocean Express Dinner Cruise Al-Seef: $14
- Dubai:Desert Safari BBQ dinner, Dune bashing,Camel&Sandboarding: $14
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet in Dubai: $14
- Dubai Dhow Cruise Dinner in Deira Creek: $15
- Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Creek: $15
- Scenic Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner and Live Shows: $16
- Cruising With Dinner And Live Shows At Dubai Creek: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner Deira Creek: $19
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Minsk $20
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: $2.48
- Dubai Guided Old Town Tour, Abra Boat, Gold & Spice Souk: $4.63
- Global Village Entry Ticket: $6.13
- 4G Data Roaming eSIM Card for Tourists: $7.18
- Small-Group Premium Old Town, Souk, & Abra Boat Tour: $7.90
- Walking Tour with Gold & Spice Souks & Abra Boat Ride: $8.85
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Dubai Old city tour small group - History and Traditions: $9.53
- Guided Old Town Tour with Souks, Tastings & Boat Tour: $9.67
- Walking Tour, Old Town, Abra, Souks & Street Food: $9.80
- Global Village Tickets : $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Minsk $14
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
- Pub Crawl Private, Birthdays & Corporate Events: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Minsk, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Minsk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Minsk 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 Minsk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Minsk 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 Minsk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Minsk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Minsk?
Minsk has a larger population, and is about 53% larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Minsk, 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 Minsk?
Minsk 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 Minsk in the Summer?
Both Minsk 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.
Dubai can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Dubai is generally much warmer than Minsk. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 35°C (95°F), and Minsk fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Minsk. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Minsk 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)Minsk 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Minsk in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Minsk. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round.
Dubai is much warmer than Minsk in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Minsk fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Minsk. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Minsk receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Minsk 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Minsk in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Minsk. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Minsk can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Dubai is much warmer than Minsk. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dubai in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Minsk averages at about -5°C (22°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Minsk. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Minsk receives 40 mm (1.6 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)Minsk -5°C (22°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Minsk in the Spring?
Both Minsk and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year.
In April, Dubai is generally much warmer than Minsk. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 26°C (79°F), and Minsk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Minsk. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Minsk receives 42 mm (1.7 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)Minsk 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Minsk and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.