Which place is cheaper, Wuyuan or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Wuyuan?
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 Wuyuan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Wuyuan?
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.
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
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 from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Wuyuan $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Wuyuan is $57. 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 Wuyuan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Wuyuan $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Wuyuan $52
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Wuyuan
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Wuyuan? 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 $13Wuyuan $13
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:
- Burj Khalifa: Skip-the-Line Entry, Gourmet Meal, & Transfer: $799
- From Private Van Transfer in Maybach: $735
- Dubai Parasailing Tour With Private Transfers: $300
- Guided Abu Dhabi City Tour Private Transfer: $300
- Hot Air Balloon Flight with 4X4 Transfers: $299
- Hot Air Balloon with 60 Minutes Balloon Ride with Transfers: $299
- Jet Car Ride for 2 Pax with Optional Transfer: $299
- Helicopter City Tour Dubai With Private Transfers: $296
- Sky Dining Experience at Dubai Marina with Optional Transfers: $290
- Museum of the Future with Private Transfer: $288
- Dune Buggy Dubai with 2 way Private Transfers from Dubai: $285
- Abu Dhabi City Tour with Yas Island 2 Park Access with Transfers: $285
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Wuyuan?
Prices for flights to both Wuyuan 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 $56Wuyuan $20
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
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet in Dubai: $14
- Dubai:Desert Safari BBQ dinner, Dune bashing,Camel&Sandboarding: $14
- Dubai Romantic Dhow Creek Dinner Cruise With Live Shows and International Buffet: $15
- Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef: $15
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- 2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $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
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Wuyuan $19
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.
- 30-Minutes Jet Ski Burj Al Arab Tour of Dubai: $125
- Abu Dhabi City Tour Including Ferrari World Ticket : $170
- Abu Dhabi City Tour in 4x4 Private Vehicle, Dubai Pickup Option: $299
- Admission ticket for IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai: $95
- Bur Dubai Abra Tour and Boat Ride with Museum of Illusions : $135
- Burj Khalifa At the Top & Sky Views Ticket: $167
- Burj Khalifa Observation deck Dubai Admission Ticket : $71
- Burj Khalifa Tour - Top Sky Ticket 124, 125 & 148 Floor Level Access : $165
- Dibba Full Day Cruise Trip: $191
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Entrance Ticket: $48
- Dubai City Sightseeing Tour In A Private Vehicle ( Full-day ) : $289
- Dubai City Tour + Burj Khalifa + Dubai Frame + Desert Safari (one day tour): $271
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Wuyuan $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 Tour: $67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Wuyuan, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Wuyuan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Dubai or Wuyuan?
Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan in the Summer?
Both Wuyuan and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year.
Dubai can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 35°C (95°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. In July, Dubai usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Dubai is June to August.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Wuyuan 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Wuyuan in the Autumn?
Both Wuyuan and Dubai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Dubai is a little warmer than Wuyuan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Dubai usually gets less rain in October than Wuyuan. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Wuyuan 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Wuyuan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Wuyuan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round.
In the winter, Dubai is much warmer than Wuyuan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dubai in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In January, Dubai usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter. Also, January to March is the rainy season in Dubai.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Wuyuan 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Wuyuan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Wuyuan. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 26°C (79°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. Dubai usually gets less rain in April than Wuyuan. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Wuyuan 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Wuyuan and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 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.