Which place is cheaper, Pune or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Dubai or Pune?
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 Pune can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Pune?
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.
Pune
Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.
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 Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Dubai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $289Pune $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Pune is $52. 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 Pune in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Pune $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Pune $38
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Pune
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Pune? 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 Pune Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Pune $8.47
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:
- Yellow Boat Tour Dubai With Transfer Option: $90
- Yellow Boat Ride in Dubai with Private Transfers: $110
- X Line Ride in Dubai Marina with Optional Private Transfers: $270
- Wild Wadi Waterpark tickets with Private transfer: $148
- Wild Wadi Waterpark Dubai Ticket With Private Transfer: $125
- Wild Wadi Water Park with Round-Trip Transfers: $170
- Wild Wadi Dubai water park Ticket with 1 way transfer in Dubai: $96
- Wild Wadi - Dubai Theme Water Park Tickets With Transfers Option: $159
- VR Park Dubai Ticket with Transfer: $86
- Ultimate Dubai Helicopter Tour with Optional Transfers: $241
- Toyota Previa Private Airport Transfer To OR From Dubai Airport: $59
- Toyota Previa Private Airport Transfer To OR From Dubai Airport: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune
Also for Pune, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mumbai-Pune Transfer: $70
- Pune Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle: $50
- Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $39
- Pune Airport Transfer: $30
- Affordable transfer from Pune to Mumbai Airport: $28
- Private Transfer from Pune to your Accommodation in Mumbai: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Pune?
Prices for flights to both Pune 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 $96Pune $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:
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pune
For Pune, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pune:Food Walking Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Option: $19
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $29
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $46
- Cooking Secrets of Classes with Meal and Market Visit: $48
- Traditional Maharashtrian Breakfast Cooking Class: $48
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class with 3 dishes: $48
- Traditional Maharashtrian Cooking Class & Dinner: $127
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Pune $15
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.
- “Dubai City Tour – Old & Modern Highlights with Hotel Pickup.: $209
- "Discover Abu Dhabi: A Captivating 6-Hour Guided Tour": $69
- 1 Day Dubai City Tour: $80
- 1 HR - Dubai Marina Luxury Yacht Tour: $20
- 1 Hour Private 800cc Buggy Tour Good for 2 persons: $223
- 1 Hour Private Luxury Yacht Experience in Dubai: $97
- 1 Hour Shared Desert Horse Riding Experience: $50
- 1 hour Jetski Tour - Burj Al Arab Tour: $165
- 1-Hour Desert Buggy Self-Drive Adventure: Camel Ride & Sandboard: $249
- 1-Hour Kayaking Experience in Dubai: $47
- 10 Hours Private Abu Dhabi City Tour: $181
- 12 mins Helicopter Tour & The View at The Palm Observatory Deck: $282
Tours and Activities in Pune
For Pune, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Pune with Both side Commercial Flights: $272
- 4-Hour Tour: Pune University Complex Cycling Private Tour: $139
- Best of Pune Private City Tour with Lunch and Transport: $120
- Best of Pune Private City Tour with Transport: $90
- Day Trip to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour from Pune): $133
- Day Trip to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani (Guided Fullday Tour): $145
- Experience Spiritual Culture in Pune with a local - 2 Hours: $14
- Food Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Walk): $22
- Food walking tour in Pune to stimulate your taste buds: $50
- From 3-Day Guided Tour of Ajanta, Ellora & Aurangabad City: $125
- Full Day Cultural & Heritage Pune City Tour in Private Vehicle: $64
- Full Day Pune Tour: History, Temples & Local Flavor: $111
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Pune $13
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Pune, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Pune much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Pune 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 Pune would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pune 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 Pune.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Pune Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Pune?
Pune has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Pune, 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.
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.