Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Abu Dhabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye?
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 Abu Dhabi and Fethiye can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Fethiye?
Abu Dhabi
It doesn't get more "lifestyles of the rich and famous" than a vacation to Abu Dhabi. The federal capital and center of government for the United Arab Emirates is arguably the most modern city in the world.
Abu Dhabi has a population of 1.5 million and provides a home to several oil companies and embassies, but this place is definitely a playground for the world's fanciest tourists. This city has several large projects underway including Yas Island's Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park.
Note: homosexuality is still outlawed in the UAE with harsh punishments including deportation, fines, jail time or even a death sentence.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to United Arab Emirates, The Best Tours for Seniors to United Arab Emirates, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $164Fethiye $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $164, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $109. 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 Abu Dhabi and Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Fethiye $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Fethiye $96
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Fethiye? 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: Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices and Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Fethiye $34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:
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Car Rental$31
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Taxi to Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:
- Skydive in Abu Dhabi | Tandem Skydive with transfer: $817
- Private Transfer from Qasr Al Sarab to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Fujairah: $274
- Private Transfer from Jebel Dhanna Resort to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Talal Liwa: $274
- Private Transfer from Talal Liwa to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $274
- Private Transfer from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Jebel Dhanna Resort: $274
- Ferrari world & Warner bros. parks with transfer from Dubai: $250
- Abu Dhabi Helicopter Ride with optional Private Transfers: $222
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport DXB in Luxury Van: $212
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Dubai in Luxury Van: $202
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fethiye to Dalaman International Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Fethiye to Dalaman Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
- Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $35
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $43
- Fethiye Quad Safari Experience (Adventure Tour) w/ Hotel Transfer: $45
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $48
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye and Abu Dhabi 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 dayAbu Dhabi $45Fethiye $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Dubai: Dhow Cruise Marina Multi Cusine Dinner & Tanura Show: $35
- Dubai Marina luxury Dhow Cruise Dinner (catamaran): $42
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Live Shows Pick & Drop More: $45
- Dubai Best Dhow Cruise Dinner Marina: $46
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $49
- Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $50
- Desert Tour with BBQ Dinner and Hotel Transfer: $51
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and all Camp Activities : $72
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $75
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari & Dinner Under the Stars: $77
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.22
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Soda$0.09
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Fethiye $38
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Full Day City Tour : $100
- Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entrance Ticket: $41
- Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
- Falcon Hospital Tour with Transportation : $101
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $234
- Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hour Ticket/Pass For Yas Water World In Dubai.: $103
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $32
- Abu Dhabi 4G & 5G Data Roaming for Tourist: $11
- Abu Dhabi : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide: $43
- Abu Dhabi City Tour: $186
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$7.42
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.17
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $29
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $29
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $31
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Private & Sharing Boat Tours from Fethiye: $38
- Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
- Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Fethiye $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Fethiye, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Fethiye is in Europe, 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 Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Abu Dhabi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Abu Dhabi than you might in Fethiye.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Abu Dhabi Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Fethiye?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Fethiye, 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.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Abu Dhabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Fethiye. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Fethiye in the summer. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 35°C (95°F) in July, and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets less sunshine than Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye in the Autumn?
Both Fethiye and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year.
In the autumn, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Fethiye. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Abu Dhabi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Fethiye averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Fethiye during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Abu Dhabi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Abu Dhabi is generally much warmer than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 18°C (64°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun.
Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Fethiye in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Fethiye. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round.
Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Fethiye in the spring. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Fethiye during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Abu Dhabi
| Abu Dhabi | Fethiye | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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