Which place is cheaper, Tiberias or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Tiberias?
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 Tiberias can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Tiberias?
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.
Tiberias
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
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 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Tiberias $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Tiberias is $87. 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 Tiberias in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Tiberias $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Tiberias $110
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Tiberias
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Tiberias? 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 Tiberias Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Tiberias $4.55
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:
- Banana Boat Ride Dubai With Transfer: $190
- Dubai Maktoum DWC to Al Ain Private Limo-Van Transfer: $67
- Jet Ski Adventure in Dubai with Optional Transfers: $109
- Wild Wadi Water Park with Round-Trip Transfers: $170
- 1 Day 1 Park (Motiongate or Legoland) with Private Transfer: $185
- 1-Hour Quad Biking Tour with Transfer from Dubai: $61
- 2 Hour View at The Palm Ticket and One Way Monorail with Transfer: $65
- 4 Seater Jet Car Adventure in Dubai with Optional Transfer: $280
- 60 Minute Speed Boat Ride in Dubai with Private Transfer: $229
- A Japanese Business Lunch Experience in Dubai with Transfer: $119
- A visit To Quranic Park & Jumeirah Mosque With Transfer: $120
- AYA Universe Dubai Ticket with Transfer option: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Tiberias?
Prices for flights to both Tiberias 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 $56Tiberias $28
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
- 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
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner Deira Creek: $19
- Dhow Cruise Dinner Creek with pickup & drop off: $19
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
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Lunch for Two$5.30
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Pastry$1.86
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Tiberias $10
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: $2.46
- 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: $7.19
- Small-Group Premium Old Town, Souk, & Abra Boat Tour: $7.90
- Old Dubai, Walking Tour, Souk Shopping, and Abra Ride: $8.85
- Pearl Merchants and Palm Trees: A Self-Guided Tour of Sharjah: $8.99
- Dubai Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- 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
- Dubai Fountain Show Boat Lake Ride or Bridge Walk Tickets options: $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two Bikes for Day$32
Tours and Activities in Tiberias
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
- Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
- Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Tiberias $17
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 Tiberias, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Tiberias Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Tiberias?
Dubai has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Tiberias, 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 Tiberias?
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 Tiberias in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Tiberias. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year.
Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season. Dubai usually gets more rain in July than Tiberias. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 0 mm (0 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 Tiberias. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Tiberias averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Tiberias 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Tiberias in the Autumn?
Both Tiberias 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 Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Dubai usually receives less rain than Tiberias. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Tiberias. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Tiberias fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Tiberias 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Tiberias in the Winter?
Both Tiberias 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 Tiberias year-round.
January to March is the rainy season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Tiberias. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Dubai is a little warmer than Tiberias in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Tiberias fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Tiberias 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Tiberias in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Tiberias. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Tiberias 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 less rain than Tiberias. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Dubai is a little warmer than Tiberias. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Tiberias averages at about 20°C (68°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Tiberias 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Tiberias and Dubai
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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) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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