Which place is cheaper, Kolkata (Calcutta) or Doha?
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 Doha or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
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 Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta)?
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.
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal, India. Featuring colonial architecture, galleries, temples, and festivals, the city has flourished from its roots as an East India Company trading post in the 18th Century to a thriving metropolis. Today Kolkata is a diverse center of culture and bustling activity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, and The Best Bicycle Tours in India.
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Doha Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $245Kolkata (Calcutta) $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Kolkata (Calcutta) is $45. 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Kolkata (Calcutta) $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Kolkata (Calcutta) $32
Compare Hotels in Doha and Kolkata (Calcutta)
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Kolkata (Calcutta)? 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 and Kolkata (Calcutta) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Kolkata (Calcutta) $4.85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Sharing Arrival Transfer - West Bay: $20
- Doha : City Tour To All Main Attractions Including Transfers: $30
- Doha Airport (DOH) Private Transfer to Doha City Centre/Hotels: $32
- Doha Airport Arrival Departure Transfer to Doha City and Hotel: $34
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $39
- Private Doha Hamad Airport Transfer – Pick Up or Drop Off Service: $40
- Transfer from Hamad Airport to Doha City - Stress-Free Tranafer: $40
- Doha to Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Private transfer from Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha city: $42
- Doha to Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Doha Private Airport and City Transfers: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kolkata (Calcutta):
- Build Your Own: custom private tour of Kolkata with transfers: $69
- Departure transfer from Hotel to Airport in Kolkata: $23
- Kolkata Airport to Kolkata Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $35
- Kolkata Hotels to Kolkata Airport drop: Private Transfers: $35
- Path of Knowledge: A Heritage Walking Tour of Kolkata with Private Transfer: $153
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Kolkata Airport: $23
- Private Transfer from Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (CCU) Airport: $65
- The Second City of Empire: A Kolkata Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $134
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Prices for flights to both Kolkata (Calcutta) 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
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Food Meals for one dayDoha $106Kolkata (Calcutta) $23
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kolkata (Calcutta).
- Hooghly River Dinner Cruise: $26
- Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $35
- Alleyway Food Tour: $46
- Food Tour Delights of Kolkata with Aditya: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Kolkata (Calcutta) $14
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
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $20
- Doha Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Qatar Quiz: $21
- Explore Heart of Qatar Doha City Tour with Professional Guide: $22
- Qatar Sunset Desert Safari: Dune Bashing & Golden Sands Adventure: $30
- Qatar Desert Safari Adventure Experience .: $30
- Picture-Perfect Tour of the City Most Instagrammable Spots: $39
- Moonlight on The Gulf A Doha Dhow Cruise Adventure: $39
- Doha Highlights Private City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide : $40
- Moonlight on the Marina A Traditional Dhow Cruise Experience: $42
- Doha Evening Cruise on a Traditional Arabic Dhow: $45
- Doha City Tour: Guided Tour to Souq Waqif, Katara, Pearl Island : $45
Tours and Activities in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kolkata (Calcutta) are as follows:
- Walking Tour of Kolkata Heritage and Food: $14
- Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) : $35
- Hooghly River Evening Cruise: $37
- Cultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour: $41
- Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons: $41
- Photography Tour of Mesmerizing Markets of Kolkata: $41
- Heritage sightseeing tours(Walking tours): $41
- Kolkata's Flower Market - Hooghly's Flower Fest Tour: $41
- Kolkata Midtown Madness- A Street Food & Nightlife Tour : $44
- Kolkata Private Half Day City Tour To Majestic Temples: $45
- Magic Hour Tour: $46
- Private Calcutta Tour: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Kolkata (Calcutta) $7.85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Kolkata (Calcutta), we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Kolkata (Calcutta) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Kolkata (Calcutta) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Kolkata (Calcutta) has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Kolkata (Calcutta), 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.