Which place is cheaper, Kuala Lumpur or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Kuala Lumpur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Kuala Lumpur. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Haifa or Kuala Lumpur?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, often referred to as KL, is the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia. It is also the largest city in the country, having grown out of a small Chinese mining village. Today Kuala Lumpur is a microcosm of the country of Malaysia. The population is split between the Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures which you can see reflected in the city's neighborhoods, cuisine, and entertainment. It's also an incredibly affordable city, even if you're looking for the comforts of a five star hotel or a luxury restaurant. Prices are almost always a fraction of what you would pay in Europe or the United States.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, The Best Tours for Seniors to Malaysia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Kuala Lumpur $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, while the average daily cost in Kuala Lumpur is $62. 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 Haifa and Kuala Lumpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Kuala Lumpur $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Kuala Lumpur $72
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Kuala Lumpur
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Kuala Lumpur? 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Kuala Lumpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Kuala Lumpur $6.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kuala Lumpur are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$3.14
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Metro Ride (for Two)$0.67
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Short Taxi Ride$3.14
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Taxi From Airport$19
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Bus from Airport$1.68
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Train & Boat to Pulau Ketam$2.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kuala Lumpur
Also for Kuala Lumpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- i-City Shah Alam Theme Park Adventure with Return Transfer: $59
- VIP Transfer by Mercedes Benz : Airport to Kuala Lumpur Hotel: $75
- VIP Arrival Transfer : Kuala Lumpur Airport: $196
- VIP Airport Transfer - Departure: $183
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Kuala Lumpur APT-HTL (KUL): $19
- Transfer To Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort : $30
- Taman Negara Kuala Tahan Transfer Private Hyundai Starex: $120
- Sunway Lagoon: Ticket with Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $87
- Sunway Lagoon: Admission Ticket & 2-Way Transfer: $72
- Sunway Lagoon Theme Park with Round-Trip Transfer: $83
- Sunway Lagoon Theme Park Ticket and 1 WAY Transfer (SIC – shared transfer): $55
- Sunway Lagoon One-Day Admission Tickets Including Transfer: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Kuala Lumpur?
Prices for flights to both Kuala Lumpur and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Kuala Lumpur $15
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
Typical Food Prices in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Ding Tai Fung$8.39
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Roti Bread$0.21
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Food Court Lunch$3.02
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Dinner at Indian Restaurant (for Two)$4.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- ARAS Restaurant at KL Tower Buffet Dinner: $28
- Nightlife Street Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $43
- Street Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $49
- Sambal Streets Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $49
- Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Cultural Night Experience with Buffet Dinner : $53
- From Kuala Selangor Fireflies Tour with Dinner: $53
- Cultural Night Tour with Dinner: $55
- Malaysia Cooking Classes: $60
- Kuala Lumpur by Night and Malaysian Food Tour: $61
- Petaling Street Heritage Food Tour: $62
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $63
- Kuala Selangor Fireflies Tour Include Seafood Dinner (Free Boat Ride): $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Kuala Lumpur $13
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Guided Tour: $1,300
- From Tel Aviv: Northern Israel Coast Private Tour: $999
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Kuala Lumpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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KL Tower Admission (for Two)$9.43
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Canopy Walk at FRIM Forest Reserve$1.05
Tours and Activities in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure Sports & Thrilling White-water Rafting in Kampar River: $241
- Batu Caves And Countryside Tour: $24
- Full Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour with Petronas Twin Tower Tickets: $95
- Full Day Melaka Tour with The Shore Sky Tower 43rd Floor - Unesco Heritage: $188
- Historic And Heritage Melaka Tour: $55
- History, Heritage & Culture Of Malaysia Tour: $62
- Ipoh "The Land Of Grace" + Orang Utan Island +Lunch(Guided Tour): $241
- Kuala Lumpur (Genting Highlands 7.5 hours Private Tour): $65
- Kuala Lumpur Full Day City & Shopping Tour with Lunch (PRIVATE TOUR): $77
- Malacca Instagram Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive): $184
- Malaysia: Aquaria KLCC Entry Ticket: $13
- *13 Hrs Kuala Lumpur & Melaka Van Tour from Bentong w' Tour Guide: $108
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Kuala Lumpur $6.21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Kuala Lumpur are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Kuala Lumpur, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Kuala Lumpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa is in Middle East and Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kuala Lumpur 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa than you might in Kuala Lumpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Kuala Lumpur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Kuala Lumpur, 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 Haifa or Kuala Lumpur?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Haifa or Kuala Lumpur in the Summer?
Both Kuala Lumpur and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kuala Lumpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kuala Lumpur. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Kuala Lumpur receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Kuala Lumpur. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Kuala Lumpur during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Kuala Lumpur receives 200 hours of full sun in the summer.
Haifa is around the same temperature as Kuala Lumpur in the summer. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Kuala Lumpur fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Kuala Lumpur 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Kuala Lumpur in the Autumn?
Both Kuala Lumpur and Haifa during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kuala Lumpur year-round.
Kuala Lumpur gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Kuala Lumpur receives 280 mm (11 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kuala Lumpur receives 169 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Haifa is cooler than Kuala Lumpur. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Haifa in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Kuala Lumpur averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Kuala Lumpur 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Kuala Lumpur in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Kuala Lumpur. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round. Kuala Lumpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Kuala Lumpur receives a lot of rain in the winter. Haifa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Haifa usually receives less rain than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Kuala Lumpur receives 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Haifa usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kuala Lumpur during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Kuala Lumpur receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Haifa is generally much colder than Kuala Lumpur. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 14°C (57°F), and Kuala Lumpur fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Kuala Lumpur 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Kuala Lumpur in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Kuala Lumpur. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kuala Lumpur throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Kuala Lumpur. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kuala Lumpur receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the spring, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Kuala Lumpur. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kuala Lumpur receives 199 hours of full sun.
Haifa is cooler than Kuala Lumpur in the spring. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Kuala Lumpur fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Kuala Lumpur 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Kuala Lumpur and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 280 mm (11 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 250 mm (9.8 in) |
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