A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ankara vs. Cape Town for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ankara or Cape Town?

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 Cape Town. 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 Cape Town?

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.

Cape Town

Picture your travel bucket list. Is Cape Town on it? Yes, most people dream of visiting the "Mother City" of South Africa. As one of the most iconic places in the world, Cape Town is a world-class cosmopolitan city full of bustling nightlife, historical backdrops and a large gay community.

Cape Town is the most southern city in Africa with seasons turned upside down. In the southern hemisphere they experience the summer from December to February. During these months days can be hot and dry so be sure to gather in the shade and wear plenty of sunscreen. The winter from June to August is full of rainy days and cold nights.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Camping Tours in South Africa, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in South Africa.


Which place is cheaper, Cape Town or Ankara?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $127, while the average daily cost in Cape Town is $127. 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 Cape Town in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $52
    Cape Town $38
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $104
    Cape Town $76
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Cape Town

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Cape Town? 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.

Hotels in Ankara


Hotels in Cape Town


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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 Cape Town Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $34
    Cape Town $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.04
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $0.14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:

  • Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
  • Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $47
  • Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $47
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $47
  • Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $58
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $100
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cape Town

Also for Cape Town, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Cape Town International Airport Private Affordable Transfers: $53
  • Airport transfers: $22
  • 1-3 Passenger Private Arrival & Departure Cape Town - Airport Transfers: $54
  • 1-3 Passenger Private Cape Town - Airport Transfer: $28
  • 1.Cape Town Airport Transfer (&Private tour trips during yo Stay): $19
  • 4-7 Passenger Private Cape Town - Airport Transfer: $50
  • 6 Hour Private Tour of Robben Island with Return Transfers: $100
  • AIRPORT Transfer to and from Cape Town City: $28
  • Airport Transfer: $39
  • Airport Transfer ( Cape Town): $39
  • Airport Transfer (Cape Town ) Bus: $18
  • Airport Transfer (Cape Town): $54

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Cape Town?

Prices for flights to both Cape Town 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Ankara $51
    Cape Town $72
Typical Food Prices in Ankara

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cape Town

For Cape Town, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cape Malay Cooking with a Chef Founder: $29
  • Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap: $41
  • Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap: $43
  • Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience: $56
  • Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class: $60
  • Sunset Champagne Cruise and 3-Course Dinner: $62
  • Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience: $62
  • From CapeTown: African Dinner and Drumming Experience: $68
  • African Dinner Experience from Cape Town: $70
  • African Dinner, Drumming Experience with Transfer: $75
  • South African Cooking in Cape Town with Local Chef Richard: $76
  • South African Cooking Class in Cape Town with a Local Family: $82

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $31
    Cape Town $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara

Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Underground City
    $0.22

Tours and Activities in Ankara

Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $32
  • Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $30
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $211
  • Private Tour with a Local: $36
  • Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $31
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $31
  • Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
  • Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
  • Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
  • Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
  • Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
  • İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180

Tours and Activities in Cape Town

For Cape Town, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Skip the Line: District Six Museum Admission Ticket: $3.61
  • 30 Minute Harbour Boat Cruise with Seal Watching: $3.80
  • Half Hour Seal and Harbour Cruise from Cape Town: $3.90
  • V&A Waterfront: Seal & Harbour Cruise: $4.00
  • District Six Museum Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket: $4.00
  • Cape Point Flying Dutchman Funicular Ticket (One way Up): $4.42
  • Long March to Freedom Guided Tour: $5.00
  • Sea Point Promenade: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.13
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.34
  • The Village in the City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Bo-Kaap: $5.34
  • Cape Point Flying Dutchman Funicular Return Ticket : $5.35
  • Slavery in the Cape: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Cape Town's Slave History: $5.40

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $14
    Cape Town $20

Sample the Local Flavors in Cape Town

Also in Cape Town, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Distillery Tour, rum and gin tasting: $9.44
  • Experience South African Craft Rum tasting and distillery tour in Cape Town: $9.72
  • African drum show & wine tasting at Silvermist: $20
  • Indigenous food and Wine Tasting: $21
  • Drumstruck at Silvermist. Live African Drum Show & Wine tasting: $27
  • Stellenbosch and Paarl Half-Day Wine Tour: $36
  • From 3 Regions Wine Tour with 3 Estates, 15 Wines: $41
  • Wine Tour at Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl: $41
  • Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries: $42
  • half day wine tour & Safaris[Morning /Afternoon]: $47
  • Stellenbosch: Half-Day Wine Tour: $49
  • Fullday Wine Tour: $52


When comparing the travel costs between Ankara and Cape Town, we can see that Cape Town is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Ankara is in Europe and Cape Town is in Africa, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Cape Town Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ankara or Cape Town?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 2% larger than the population of Cape Town. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Cape Town, 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.