Should I Visit Dubai or Nassau for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Dubai or Nassau?

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 Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Dubai or Nassau?

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.

Nassau

There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.

As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.

Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.

Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.

Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Dubai?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

Dubai Prices
UAE Prices

Nassau Prices
Bahamas Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Dubai $248

Nassau $188

The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $188. 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 Nassau in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Dubai $170

Nassau $108
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Dubai $340

Nassau $216

Compare Hotels in Dubai and Nassau

Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Nassau? 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 Nassau Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Dubai $13

Nassau $32

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:

Global Village Dubai Skip the Line Tickets with Transfer Option: $9.75
Global Village Dubai Ticket with Optional transfer: $10
Global Village Dubai Tickets with Transfers Option: $11
Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Ski Dubai/Wild Wadi: $15
Private Transfer Arrival Dubai International Airport (DXB): $17
Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Aquaventure/Lost Chamber: $18
Sharing Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Dubai Mall (Burj Khalifa, VR Parks, DAUZ): $18
Shared Transfers from Dubai Hotels to Dubai Frame: $19
Dubai Hotel Private Transfer To Dubai Airport : $20
Dubai Airport to Hotel Private Transfers: $20
Dubai Frame Admission Ticket with Transfer Option: $20
Dubai Frame Ticket with Optional Private Transfer: $20

Typical Local Transportation prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:

Water Taxi

$7.99
Taxi to Cable Beach

$25
Taxi from Airport

$30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:

Private Transfer from Saint Simons Island to Orlando (MCO) Airport: $766
Private Transfer from Saint Simons Island to Port Canaveral: $733
Private Transfer from Saint Simons Island to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $617
Round Trip Airport Transfer- Sprinter Van: $600
PRIVATE EXECUTIVE TOURS (Nassau Transfers): $462
PRIVATE AirPort Transfer: $390
Nassau Roundtrip Airport Transfer to Paradise Island: $360
Round-Trip Airport Transfer by Limousine: $360
Nassau Roundtrip Transfer by Limousine to Paradise Island: $360
Round-Trip Cable Beach Limousine Transfers: $360
Round-trip Airport to Hotel Transfer: $325
Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $310

Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Nassau?

Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $56

Nassau $52

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:

Sunset Deira Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner and Entertainment: $12
Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner Deira Creek: $13
2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $15
Romantic Dhow Creek Dinner Cruise With Live Shows and International Buffet : $15
Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Creek: $15
Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner in Deira Creek - Dubai: $15
Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek: $17
Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet in Dubai: $17
2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $17
Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner: $18

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.

Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau: $129
Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
Flavors of Nassau Food Tour: $135
Island Food Tour: $140
Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $225
Nassau Cooking Class at Graycliff Restaurant: $256

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Dubai $19

Nassau $37

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 Marina: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.50
Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
Global Village Entry Tickets: $6.13
Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hidden Gems - Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.41
Souqs, Old city & Abra boat tour with guide: $6.54
Ancient Dubai, Hidden Gems, Souks and Museums Tour: $6.81
Mono Rail Dubai Ticket: $7.00
Old Dubai Walking Tour, Souks, Museum & Street Food: $8.17
Old Dubai with Museums, Abra Cruise, Souks،Tastings: $8.17
Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
Old Town Tour with Museums, Souks, and Boat Trip: $9.26
Tour of old Dubai by night. Tastings and history.: $10

Typical Entertainment prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:

Jet Ski

$50
4 Hr Kayak Tour

$70
1/2 Day Snorkel Trip

$75

Tours and Activities in Nassau

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:

Island Tour Nassau (half day city tours, free pickup): $240
"Explore Exclusive Private E-Bike Tour of the City!": $110
*Authentic Swimming Pigs Tour*Shark Encounter*Feed Iguanas*: $425
007 Swimming with Pigs Tour on Rose Island: $162
2 Hours Sip and Snorkeling Experience in Bahamas: $150
3 Hour Eco-Glide Adventure in Nassau: $99
3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $180
3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $240
4 hour Private Rose Island tour Snorkeling fishing : $850
4-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $300
4-Hour Tour in Bahamas with Jet Ski and Swimming with Pigs : $450
5-Day Private Tour in The Bahamas with Pickup: $7,500

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Dubai $23

Nassau $19

Typical Alcohol prices in Dubai

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

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: $63
Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour: $67
Pub Crawl Private, Birthdays & Corporate Events: $110

Typical Alcohol prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:

Cocktail

$6.49

Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:

Nassau Rum Distillery Tour: $25
Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $135
Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Nassau, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nassau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nassau 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 Nassau.

Which is Bigger, Dubai or Nassau?

Dubai is bigger, and its population is about 5 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the population of Dubai vs. Nassau, 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 and the activities that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Dubai or Nassau?

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 Nassau in the Summer?

Both Nassau 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.

June to August is the dry season in Dubai. Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

The heat can be very extreme in Dubai. In the summer, Dubai is a little warmer than Nassau. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Nassau averages at about 28°C (82°F).

Summer Average Temperatures July

Dubai 35°C (95°F)

Nassau 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Dubai or Nassau in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Nassau. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Nassau. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

In October, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Dubai 29°C (84°F)

Nassau 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Dubai or Nassau in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Nassau. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.

January to March in Dubai is the rainy season. Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Nassau. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Dubai is around the same temperature as Nassau in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

Winter Average Temperatures January

Dubai 19°C (66°F)

Nassau 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Dubai or Nassau in the Spring?

Both Nassau and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

The dry season in Dubai is June to August. In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Nassau. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.

In the spring, Dubai is a little warmer than Nassau. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Nassau averages at about 23°C (74°F).

Spring Average Temperatures April

Dubai 26°C (79°F)

Nassau 23°C (74°F)

Typical Weather for Nassau and Dubai

	Dubai		Nassau
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	19°C (66°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	21°C (70°F)	51 mm (2 in)
Feb	20°C (68°F)	40 mm (1.6 in)	21°C (70°F)	45 mm (1.8 in)
Mar	23°C (73°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	22°C (72°F)	43 mm (1.7 in)
Apr	26°C (79°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	23°C (74°F)	53 mm (2.1 in)
May	31°C (88°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	25°C (77°F)	116 mm (4.6 in)
Jun	33°C (91°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	27°C (80°F)	237 mm (9.3 in)
Jul	35°C (95°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	28°C (82°F)	151 mm (5.9 in)
Aug	36°C (97°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	28°C (82°F)	211 mm (8.3 in)
Sep	33°C (91°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	27°C (81°F)	171 mm (6.7 in)
Oct	29°C (84°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	26°C (79°F)	184 mm (7.2 in)
Nov	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	24°C (75°F)	55 mm (2.2 in)
Dec	21°C (70°F)	20 mm (0.8 in)	22°C (71°F)	60 mm (2.4 in)

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