Which place is cheaper, Doha or Petra?
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 Petra or Doha?
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 Petra and Doha can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Doha?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
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 Historical Tours in Jordan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Doha $245
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Doha is $245. 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 Petra and Doha in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Doha $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Doha $238
Compare Hotels in Petra and Doha
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Doha Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Doha $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Door⇄Door Private Transfer from Petra to Sheikh Hussein Crossing: $195
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $88
- Private Transfer from Petra to Aqaba Cruise Port: $73
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Shared Arrival Transfer - Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From West Bay / Pearl Qatar: $20
- Departure Transfer from Lusail: $27
- Doha Airport Transfers Taxi: $35
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $39
- Transfer from Hamad Airport to Doha City - Stress-Free Tranafer: $40
- Doha to Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Doha to Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- From North of Qatar Guided Tour with Transfers: $52
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Port: $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Doha?
Prices for flights to both Doha and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Doha $106
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Authentic Jordanian Cooking, Taste of Comfort With Family: $28
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $32
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner: $42
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $65
- Sunset Desert Safari, Dune Bashing & BBQ Camp Dinner: $110
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Qatar: Full day combo Tour Desert Safari with Dhow Cruise Dinner: $150
- Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
- Full-Day Desert Safari With Lunch or BBQ Dinner at Camp: $152
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Doha $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- Self Guided Tour of Petra Main Trail with App (No Tickets): $8.99
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $60
- Private Guided Tour in Petra with licensed guide: $70
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $130
- Tour Privado en Español a Historia y Cultura Nabatea: $130
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- 3-Hour Private Petra Tour: Siq, Treasury & Qasr Al-Bint: $145
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- National Museum Ticket at Qatar: $23
- Doha Group Tour Skyline Souq and Cultural Village: $23
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- The Heart of the Desert – Doha Safari & Inland Sea Tour: $26
- Doha Complete Experience: City Tour,Desert & InlandSea in One Day: $28
- Half Day Desert Safari from Cruise Airport or Hotel: $28
- Doha Desert Safari Adventure CamelRide, DuneBashing & Inland Sea: $29
- Arabian Night Adventure Desert Safari Under the Stars: $29
- Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup: $29
- Doha 4 Hours City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $29
- Doha Private City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $30
- Top Doha Night City Tour Including Souq Waqif , Lusail And Katara: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Doha $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Doha, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Petra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Petra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Petra 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 Petra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Doha Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Doha?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra 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.