Which place is cheaper, Austin or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Austin?
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 Ankara and Austin. 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: Ankara or Austin?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United States of America, and The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America.
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Ankara Prices
Turkey PricesAustin Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $131Austin $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $131, while the average daily cost in Austin is $167. 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 Ankara and Austin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $53Austin $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $106Austin $112
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Austin
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Austin? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Austin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Austin $47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.04
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Short Taxi Ride$0.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara - Cappadocia Private Transfer (Mercedes Vito): $359
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $102
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $65
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $48
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $102
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $60
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $108
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $108
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- AUS Airport Private Transfer to Austin(downtown): $70
- Austin City to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $155
- Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Austin?
Prices for flights to both Austin and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $52Austin $60
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Austin South Congress Walking Food Tour for Small Groups: $95
- Austin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Secret Food Tour: $99
- Secret Food Tour of South Congress: $109
- The Brunch Bus: Food Tour with a Live Band on Board the Bus!: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Austin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.23
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $31
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $32
- Private Tour with a Local: $37
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $215
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $264
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $434
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Austin Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $7.00
- Austin Trails Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Downtown Austin Haunted History Tour: $24
- Ghost Maker Tour in Georgetown: Adults Only: $25
- Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour: $25
- The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour: $25
- Small-Group Haunted Bats and Ghosts 5k Running Tour from Austin: $26
- Ha Ha Haunted Austin Walking Ghost Tour: $26
- Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas: $27
- Wonderspaces Interactive Art Exhibition Entry Ticket: $27
- Haunted Austin Walking History Tour: $28
- Museum of Ice Cream Admission Ticket: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Austin $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Austin's Bachelorette Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Downtown Austin Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Lost Legends of Texas Pub Crawl in Austin: $35
- Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Austin’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- McKinnie-Gene's Paranormal Pub Crawl: $35
- Austin Rainey Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $38
- Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin: $39
- Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $43
- Austin Bar Crawl: Austin's 6th Street Bar Crawl: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Austin, we can see that Austin is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Austin is in North America, 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 Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Austin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Austin than you might in Ankara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Austin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Austin?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Austin. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Austin, 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.