Which place is cheaper, Doha or Tehran?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tehran or Doha?
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 Tehran and Doha. 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: Tehran or Doha?
Tehran
The capital of Iran, Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with great museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants, and more. It is located in the northernmost part of Central Iran at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Some of the most popular attractions include the Treasury of the National Jewels, Golestan Palace, and the Tajrish Bazaar.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTehran $78Doha $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Tehran is $78, 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 Tehran and Doha in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTehran $62Doha $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTehran $124Doha $238
Compare Hotels in Tehran and Doha
Looking for a hotel in Tehran 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: Doha Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tehran $0.38Doha $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Private Full Day City Sightseeing Tour with Transfer: $270
- Private Transfer from Doha City to Doha (DOH) Airport: $190
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH): Transfer to Doha city: $175
- Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $143
- Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $130
- Private Arrival Transfer - Al Khor: $120
- Arrival Transfer: Hamad Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van: $119
- Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $119
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $119
- Private Sightseeing Tour in Doha with Roundtrip Transfer: $115
- Private transfer from Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha city: $114
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Tehran or Doha?
Prices for flights to both Doha and Tehran 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 dayTehran $14Doha $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
- Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $143
- BBQ Dinner in the desert resort; Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $197
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
- Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
- Full Day Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner: $234
- From Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $240
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tehran $4.59Doha $18
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Express Doha City Tour: $165
- Transit/Layover Tours from Doha Airport – Explore Doha City : $105
- (Private) Quickie to the Desert Safari Experience - Inland Sea Visit: $100
- 1 Hour Camel Ride Experience in Sealine Beach: $172
- 3-Hour Kayaking Eco Adventure - Mangrove Purple Island : $70
- 4 Hours Purple Island Mangroves Kayaking Adventure in Qatar: $130
- 4 Hours-Doha City Private Tour: $74
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $72
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums: $100
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums and city tour: $75
- 8-Hour Private Cultural Tour: $288
- Adventure Dune Buggy Self Ride and Camel Ride : $260
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTehran -Doha $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tehran and Doha, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Tehran much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tehran would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tehran 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 Tehran.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tehran Expensive? and Is Doha Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tehran or Doha?
Tehran has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Tehran 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.