Which place is cheaper, Paris or Johor Bahru?
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 Johor Bahru or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Johor Bahru or Paris? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Johor Bahru or Paris?
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Johor Bahru Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJohor Bahru $66Paris $302
The average daily cost (per person) in Johor Bahru is $66, while the average daily cost in Paris is $302. 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 Johor Bahru and Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJohor Bahru $41Paris $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJohor Bahru $82Paris $350
Compare Hotels in Johor Bahru and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Johor Bahru or Paris? 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: Johor Bahru Hotel Prices and Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Johor Bahru $13Paris $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuantan Transfer [Car]: $282
- Johor Bharu to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $275
- Private Transfer from Johor Bahru city to Malacca Cruise Port: $247
- °Sit Back & Relax - JB to Malacca MPV Transfer: $240
- Singapore Universal Studio & S.E.A Aquarium-COMBO One-Day Pass(Shared transfer): $210
- LEGOLAND Malaysia Admission Ticket with Return Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $188
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Penang Island Transfer [Van]: $157
- Private Transfer : Johor Bharu (JB) to Kuala Lumpur (KL): $136
- Legoland Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur 1-way Transfer: $125
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Cameron Highlands Transfer [Van]: $122
- Universal Studios Singapore Tickets with Round-trip Transfers: $116
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.30
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Train from Airport$10
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Metro tickets$7.75
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from/to CDG, ORLY airports DISNEYLAND: $23
- Transfer from/to PARISNORMANDY (DEAUVILLE, MONT ST MICHEL): $23
- Private Transfer Service in Paris – Select Your Route: $40
- Notre Dame Interior and Exterior tour with Optional transfer: $41
- CDG Airport Private Transfer ⇄ City Center/Disneyland: $48
- ORY Airport Private Transfer ⇄ City Center/Disneyland: $48
- Transfer from Paris Hotels&Apartments to Train Stations: $53
- Private Transfer inside PARIS (Hotel / AirBnB / Train Station): $53
- Transfer From Paris City Center to Orly Airport (ORY): $53
- Paris Private transfer Orly Airport to Paris City: $54
- Private Transfer Paris → Versailles Palace | One-Way EV: $54
- Private Transfer Versailles Palace → Paris | One-Way EV: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Johor Bahru or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris and Johor Bahru 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 dayJohor Bahru $16Paris $82
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.12
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Breakfast$7.98
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Breakfast for 2$34
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Dinner on River Cruise$98
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Dinner$65
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $7.62
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $67
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris: $76
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $76
- Paris Food Tour: $81
- Montmartre Pastries and Chocolate Food Tour with 6 plus Tastings: $93
- Paris Guided Food Tour by Bike - Ile de la Cité and Marais: $93
- 2 Hour Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $94
- Award Winning Paris Secret Food Tour with Cheese, Wines & Stories: $94
- Notre Dame and Latin Quarter Food Tour with 10 Authentic Tastings: $99
- Paris Street Food Tour With a Local Guide: $100
- Paris Food Tour – Official Emily in Paris Experience: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Johor Bahru $8.04Paris $87
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Adventure Cove WaterPark Sentosa Island Singpore: $34
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Tickets: $49
- Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Admission Ticket in Johor: $29
- Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Tickets: $39
- Causeway Tour: $20
- DaVinci & The Wheel of Time - Cinematic Walkthrough VR Experience: $19
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $6.53
- Harry Potter Visions of Magic Singapore Entry Ticket with Voucher: $74
- HydroDash Singapore Ticket: $45
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour (Double): $86
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour(Single): $62
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.70
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Catacombs (2)$26
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based): $2.81
- Paris Le Marais Self Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $2.82
- Paris Montmartre Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt: $2.82
- Paris Hidden Gems: Self Guided Secret Spots Tour: $3.51
- Montmartre Walking Tour: Artists & the Soul of Paris: $3.51
- Montmartre in Depth Art History and Bohemian Life Tour: $3.51
- Paris Notre-Dame Tour with Scheduled Group Access: $3.52
- Rude Bastards Tour of Paris: $4.69
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Paris: $4.69
- Central Paris Highlights Walking Tour: $4.70
- Louvre Museum, Self Guided Video Tour: $5.00
- Marais Walk Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJohor Bahru $5.25Paris $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $21
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $29
- Paris Guided Pub Crawl with Bars Shots and Club Entry: $32
- Visit and tasting at the distillery L'Alambic Parisien: $33
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $41
- Paris A burlesque cabaret in a former brothel: $43
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $69
- Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $70
- Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $81
- Wine Tasting In Paris: $88
- Paris Biking Tour with Wine Tasting in a Hidden Cellar: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Johor Bahru and Paris, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Johor Bahru is in Asia and Paris is in Europe, 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 Johor Bahru would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johor Bahru 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Johor Bahru.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johor Bahru Expensive? and Is Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Johor Bahru or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Johor Bahru. When comparing the sizes of Johor Bahru and Paris, 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.