A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Doha vs. Agra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Doha or Agra?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Agra can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Doha or Agra?

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.

Agra

In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.

While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Agra or Doha?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Agra is $53. 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 Doha and Agra in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Doha $119
    Agra $15
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Doha $238
    Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Doha and Agra

Looking for a hotel in Doha or Agra? 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.

Hotels in Doha


Hotels in Agra


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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 and Agra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Doha $23
    Agra $9.80

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:

  • Private Transfer from Doha City to Doha (DOH) Airport: $209
  • Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
  • Desert Horse Riding Tour With Transfers From Doha: $152
  • Meryal Waterpark Adventure with Transfers: $138
  • Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van: $131
  • Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $131
  • Private Arrival Transfer - Al Khor: $120
  • Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
  • Doha, Qatar : Private Airport Transfer 24/7: $120
  • Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $118
  • Doha Airport Transfer: $99
  • Hamad Airport Transfer Service – 24/7 Door-to-Door Transport: $98

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.57

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra

Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
  • Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
  • Affordable transfer from Agra to Lucknow: $60
  • Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
  • Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
  • Agra Airport / Agra Train Station to Hotel Transfer: $8.45
  • Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
  • Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $67
  • Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
  • Agra to Jaipur (one-way shared transfer): $67
  • Agra to Jaipur Transfer via Chand Bawdi & Fatehpur Sikri: $47
  • Agra to New Delhi One Way Transfer by Private Car: $60

Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Agra?

Prices for flights to both Agra and Doha 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Doha $106
    Agra $26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.

  • Qatar Island District Sightseeing, Boat & Food Tour – 7 Tastings: $144
  • Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
  • 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
  • Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $160
  • Private Full Day Desert Safari Dinner and Camel Ride in Doha: $190
  • Full-Day Desert safari With BBQ Dinner and Camp Activities : $190
  • Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
  • Overnight Desert Safari Adventure:BBQ Dinner & Breakfast Included: $210
  • Overnight Desert Safari – Includes BBQ Dinner & Breakfast: $233
  • Desert Safari 7 Hours Tour with Dinner and Camp: $270
  • Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $299

Typical Food Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.04

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra

For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking class with taj: $5.64
  • Old Agra Market & Street Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $15
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $18
  • Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $20
  • Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $21
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $21
  • Old City & Street Food Tour in Car, Tuk Tuk or Bike: $21
  • AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $27
  • Jaisalmer: Thar Desert Camel Safari with Dinner: $28
  • Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
  • Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Doha $18
    Agra $19

Tours and Activities in Doha

Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Doha City Tour in Qatar: $15
  • Doha Night City Tour,Souq waqif, Katara, Pearl Qatar,Lusail City: $62
  • Desert Safari, Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & Inland Sea Tour: $49
  • Full-Day Tour Qatar North And West: $154
  • North Qatar Half-Day Tour: Al Zubarah, Purple Island & Mangroves: $45
  • North Qatar Tour | Zubara Fort | Purple Island | Mangros Colony : $55
  • Private Express Doha City Tour: $165
  • Private North of Qatar Tour: $78
  • Quad bike/Buggy, Desert Tour, Camel Ride, SandBoarding From Doha: $75
  • 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $20
  • 4 Hours Private Doha City Tour: $75
  • 4 Hours Private Guided City Tour in Doha : $60

Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra

For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entry to the Red Fort for Two
    $6.81
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $17

Tours and Activities in Agra

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.

  • Private Taj Mahal Tour with 5* Lunch from Delhi/Jaipur: $1.69
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
  • Taj Mahal Tour Fast-Track Entry with Tickets: $2.21
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by Car from Delhi: $2.25
  • Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Breakfast: $2.25
  • Skip the Line Taj Mahal with photographer & Dress Rent: $2.25
  • Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.25
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise , Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour: $2.25
  • Taj Mahal Budget Tour for Backpackers: $2.25
  • Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Optional Add-ons: $2.25
  • Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line: $2.25
  • Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Ticket: Sunrise & Daytime Options: $2.34

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Doha $15
    Agra $9.14


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Agra, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Agra 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 Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Agra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Doha or Agra?

Agra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Agra, 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.