Which place is cheaper, Dahab or Mykonos?
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 Mykonos or Dahab?
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 Mykonos and Dahab. 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: Mykonos or Dahab?
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Dahab
Dahab is a small town on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It is located about 85 kilometers north of Sharm el-Sheikh and sits on the Gulf of Aqaba. It's a popular destination with divers and backpackers alike, and offers some of the best snorkeling and diving that you'll find in the Red Sea. It's a great alternative to the resort driven Sharm el-Sheikh, and is popular with independent travelers who are looking for affordable accommodation. There are some upmarket options however, predominantly in the Laguna area, but budget facilities are not hard to find.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
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Mykonos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMykonos €272Dahab €22
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €272, while the average daily cost in Dahab is €22. 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 Mykonos and Dahab in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMykonos €74Dahab €7.93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMykonos €148Dahab €16
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Dahab
Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Dahab? 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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Dahab Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mykonos €24Dahab €2.64
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
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Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)€5.60
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Taxi to Kalafatis€13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
- ❖ Private Island Tour with Transfers and Greek Meal: $235
- Your Mykonos Ride | 24/7 Private Transfers Anytime 1-WAY: $30
- Wine Tasting with Greek Ancient varieties-Transfers Included: $141
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for short distance - up to 7 people: $185
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for short distance - up to 5 people: $105
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for long distance - up to 7 people: $84
- Transfer in Mykonos : $215
- Sunset cruise to Rhenia& Little Venice with transfer: $143
- Round Trip Beach Transfer for Cruise Ship Passengers: $30
- Private transfer from your hotel to the Airport: $113
- Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your hotel with Sedan: $70
- Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your Villa with minivan: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Dahab Hotel to Sharm ElSheikh Airport : $32
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $42
- Private Transfer Between Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $60
- Private Transfer To/From Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $68
- Saint paul and saint anthony monastery private transfer: $69
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Dahab?
Prices for flights to both Dahab and Mykonos 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 dayMykonos €83Dahab €11
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
- Food Tour: Aperitivo In Mykonos Town: $76
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $76
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Light Dinner & Drinks: $101
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Rhenia, Beach Hopping, Dinner: $111
- Food Tour of Mykonos - Flavors and local tastes: $114
- Group Cooking Class at the Home of a Local Family: $117
- Food Tour in Mykonos - Famous Tastings : $118
- Private Cooking Class at the Home of a Mykonian Family : $119
- Greek Cooking Class with Meal and Wine: $141
- Hands-On Cooking Class with a Professional Chef: $141
- Mykonos Cooking Class Experience for Cruise Travelers: $141
- Small Group Mykonian Cooking Class Experience: $143
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)€1.70
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Juice€0.09
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Breakfast for Two€0.54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $36
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $39
- Dahab Desert Safari and Bedouin Dinner: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mykonos €23Dahab €5.58
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
- All Inclusive Tour to Delos and Rhenia Islands with S/Y Olga M: $149
- Μykonos Private 360 Photo and Video Tour Perfect for Social Media: $90
- 2 Hours Private Mykonos Island Tour: $119
- 2 Hours private tour of Mykonos Island : $114
- 2 Hours walking tour in Mykonos Town: $141
- 3 Hour Mykonos Tour: $179
- 3 Hours Private Sunset Tour in Greece with Free Drinks & Snacks: $287
- 3-Hours Private Mykonos Explorer Tour : $173
- 4 Hour Mykonos Tour Explorer : $179
- 5 Hour Mykonos Beach-Club-Crawl Experience: $103
- 6 Hours Mykonos Private Island Tour With Full Authentic Lunch: $269
- 6 Hours Tour to Delos and Rhenia Islands with Sailing Yacht: $149
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeep Safari to Canyon Salama Day Tour from Dahab: $15
- Dahab's Kept Secrets 5 Adventures in 1 Tour: $25
- Saint Catherine's Monastery And Half Day Tour From Dahab : $30
- Full-Day Hike Tour at St. Catherine's Monastery: $33
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
- Hurghada to Cairo tour Small group HurghadaToGo: $42
- 4x4 Jeep Adventure from Dahab: $43
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $49
- Adventure Quad Biking Tour in Dahab: $50
- Mount Sinai Sunrise and St Catherine Monastery Tour from Dahab: $50
- St. Catherine Tour from Sharm : $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMykonos €20Dahab €3.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mykonos Town & Brewery:2-Hour Walking Tour with Beer Tasting: $76
- Mykonos Bar Crawl with a Local: $76
- Mykonos Town & Visit a local Brewery : Walking Tour with Tasting: $78
- Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting: $80
- Tour and Wine Tasting in Mykonian Land : $81
- Wine Tasting at a Mykonian Farm: $88
- Wine Tasting Tour at a traditional farm in Mykonos: $90
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Snack at a Local House: $164
- Mykonos Highlights Private Tour with Optional Wine Tasting: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Dahab, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Dahab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mykonos is in Europe and Dahab is in Africa, 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 Dahab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dahab 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Dahab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Dahab Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Dahab?
Mykonos has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Dahab, 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.