Which place is cheaper, Brussels 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 Brussels?
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 Brussels. 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 Brussels?
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.
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $114Brussels $193
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $114, while the average daily cost in Brussels is $193. 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 Brussels in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $46Brussels $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $92Brussels $170
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Brussels
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Brussels? 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 Brussels Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $30Brussels $19
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$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $60
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $113
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $49
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $113
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $52
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $54
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $42
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $54
- 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
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass$5.26
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Atomium train ticket (2)$9.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- Brussels to Ostend Airport (OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $159
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $96
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 3 Pax: $161
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 7 Pax: $138
- Brussels & Atomium: Private Tour with Transfer and Tasting: $806
- Brussels Airport (CRL) Private Transfer to Brussels City/Hotels: $139
- Brussels Airport Departure Transfer (Brussels Hotels to Brussels Airport): $48
- Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) <-> to or from Brussels (Sedan): $113
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $193
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels hotels-Arrival Private Transfer: $75
- Brussels Charleroi Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Antwerp: $23
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Brussels?
Prices for flights to both Brussels 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 $46Brussels $77
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$0.29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons$5.37
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)$5.55
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Cheese$6.54
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Olives and Snacks$8.15
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Waffle$3.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Brussels with Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Chocolate and Beer Food Tour of Brussels: $46
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $71
- Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $94
- Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
- Guided Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks: $109
- Brussels Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $133
- Secret Food Tours Brussels: $148
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $181
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $28Brussels $27
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$0.20
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: $33
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $34
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $36
- Private Tour with a Local: $40
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $238
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $249
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Story – Historical Tour by Legends: $2.30
- Brussels Hidden Delights A Self Guided Epicurean Adventure: $2.35
- FREE TOUR OF BRUSSELS⭐️THE MOST COMPLETE⭐+PDF GUIDE: $3.45
- THE MOST COMPLETE TOUR of BRUSSELS! + PDF tour guide: $3.45
- Free Tour of Brussels in English (with booking fee) : $3.56
- Self Guided Tours Brussels With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.56
- Brussels Walking Tour with Guide plus PDF: $3.56
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Brussels: $3.56
- Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Brussels - by Legends: $3.56
- 2-Hour Walking Tour of the Historic Center with a Local Guide: $4.03
- Brussels Old City’s Highlights Walking Tour: $4.77
- Brussels Land of Comics: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Quest: $5.23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $12Brussels $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$12
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Beer$7.01
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Brussels Pub Crawl - Nightlife & Party Experience: $23
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $25
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- BXL Pub Crawl Guided Tour: $29
- Beer tasting in a Brussels Micro Brewery and Distillery: $30
- Brussels Pub Crawl Tour: $30
- beer tasting workshop in a micro brewery: $46
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $75
- Beer & Chocolate Tasting in a Brewery-Distillery: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Brussels, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels 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 Brussels Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Brussels?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Brussels. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Brussels, 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.