Which place is cheaper, Doha or Kampala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kampala or Doha?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Doha? 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: Kampala or Doha?
Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda in the South part of the country near Lake Victoria. It is the largest city in Uganda, with a population of over two million people. This city is very safe and the locals are known to be very kind and approachable.
Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, and The Best Safaris in Uganda.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $71Doha $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $71, while the average daily cost in Doha is $200. 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 Kampala and Doha in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $60Doha $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $120Doha $238
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Doha
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Doha? 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: Kampala Hotel Prices and Doha Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.54Doha $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$4.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $80
- Entebbe Airport taxi. For a safe, affordable and reliable 24/7 airport transfer.: $45
- From 3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Transfer: $2,200
- Full-Day Kampala Trip with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $200
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer - From and To Hammad International Airport: $25
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $110
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $80
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $110
- Doha Airport Transfer: $99
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $66
- Doha Private Airport and City Transfers: $44
- Doha, Qatar : Private Airport Transfer 24/7: $120
- ONE WAY: Doha International Airport - Private Transfer From/to Hotels: $122
- Private Arrival Transfer - Doha: $50
- Private Arrival Transfer from Airport or Port to Lusail: $80
- Private Doha Airport Transfer to Doha, Qatar: $139
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Doha?
Prices for flights to both Doha and Kampala 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 dayKampala $8.55Doha $61
Typical Food Prices in Kampala
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:
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Lunch for 2$1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Like a local cooking Tours: $26
- Cooking Class for Typical Ugandan Food in Kampala: $31
- Cooking Class With a Local (Kampala, Jinja, Entebbe - 4 Hours): $56
- Kampala City Walking Food Tour: $77
- Night-time Boda Boda Street Food Tour: $91
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
- Half-day Kampala City Tour and Traditional Dance Show with Dinner (7-Hours): $147
- Kampala food tour: $205
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Safliya Island: $65
- Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour: $96
- Food Tour in The Pearl Qatar Island: $139
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra Tour: $202
- Full Day Desert Private Safari with Lunch or Dinner: $214
- Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
- Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $237
- Full Day Desert Safari with Lunch/Dinner in Desert Camp: $280
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Doha $18
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Uganda Community Tour: $15
- African Fabric Market Tour : $18
- Complete Kampala Tour Experience: $19
- Walking Tour in Kampala : $20
- Kampala Half-Day Walking Tour with Local Female Guides: $20
- Amazing Tour Experience with a local: $20
- Best Kampala group Walking Tour.: $20
- Entebbe Walking Tour (3 Hours) with Zoo and Botanical Gardens Options: $25
- Kampala City Walking Tour: $26
- Steve Kampala Walking tours: $27
- Kampala Walking City Tours (Women Guided): $27
- Free Female Guided Walking Tours Kampala (3 Hours): $30
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Discover Souq Waqif and Musherib: An Almost Free Walking Tour: $2.50
- Doha Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Qatar Quiz: $20
- Al Safliya Island Photo Tour: $25
- Al Safliya Island Experience: $42
- Doha Sunset Boat Cruise with Drinks: $48
- Mangrove Kayaking Purple Island Adventure: $55
- Doha Shopping Tour: $59
- Katara Culture Tour with Arabic Dhow Cruise: $62
- Exclusive Doha Private Dhow Cruise & Corniche Walk With Sunset: $64
- West Coast Tour , Richard Serra Sculpture, Zekreet: $65
- Doha Private City Tour with pickup from Airport and hotels : $65
- Explore Heart of Qatar Doha City Tour with Professional Guide: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Doha $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Kampala
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kampala:
- Entebbe and club,pub and bar crawl experiences: $35
- Kampala Pub Crawl | Uganda | 4 hours: $65
- Kampala Bar Crawl, Beer Tasting and Street Food (6 Hours): $71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Doha, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Kampala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kampala is in Africa and Doha is in Middle East, 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 Kampala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampala 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 Doha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Doha than you might in Kampala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Doha Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Doha?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Doha, 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.