Which place is cheaper, Chicago or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Chicago?
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 Chicago. 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 Chicago?
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.
Chicago
Located in the Midwest, Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. It has a population of almost 3 million and a metropolitan area that covers more than 10,000 square kilometers. It is also a hub for music, comedy and theater. It's skyline is beautiful with modern skyscrapers and Lake Michigan as a backdrop. It is easy to stay entertained in Chicago for weeks. There are world class museums, upscale or eclectic shopping opportunities, and impressive architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, and The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Chicago $288
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Chicago is $288. 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 Chicago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Chicago $198
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Chicago $396
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Chicago
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Chicago? 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 Chicago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Chicago $37
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$0.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara - Cappadocia Private Transfer (Mercedes Vito): $380
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $108
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $68
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $108
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $61
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $114
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $114
- 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
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chicago
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chicago:
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Parking$19
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Taxi Ride$10
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Taxi from Airport$45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chicago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chicago:
- Chicago to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD): Departure Transfer: $59
- Airport transfer between Chicago O'Hare and Milwaukee: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer: O'Hare Airport ORD to Chicago in Business Car: $158
- Arrival Private Transfer: O'Hare Airport ORD to Chicago in Luxury Car: $244
- Arrival Private Transfer: O'Hare Airport ORD to Chicago in Luxury SUV: $211
- Chicago 4-Hour Sightseeing Transfer by Luxury Private Sedan: $190
- Chicago Airport (MDW) to Chicago - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $121
- Chicago Airport Transfer: Chicago to O'Hare Airport ORD in Business Car: $158
- Chicago Airport Transfer: Chicago to O'Hare Airport ORD in Luxury SUV: $210
- Chicago Airport Transfer: Chicago to O'Hare Airport in Luxury SUV: $150
- Chicago Airport Transfer: O'Hare Airport ORD to Chicago in Business Car: $158
- Chicago Airport Transfer: O'Hare Airport ORD to Chicago in Luxury SUV: $210
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Chicago?
Prices for flights to both Chicago 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 $31Chicago $49
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$0.34
Typical Food Prices in Chicago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Chicago:
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Dinner for 1$24
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Dinner for 3$118
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chicago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chicago.
- Chicago : Hands-on Cooking Classes With Local Chef: $55
- Bucktown Pizza Crawl in Chicago: $59
- Downtown Chicago Walking Pizza Tour: $69
- Lake Michigan Gourmet Brunch/Lunch/Dinner Cruise: $72
- Downtown Pizza Guided Walking Tour with Tastings: $73
- Downtown Family Food Tour by Bike with Sightseeing: $80
- Chicago Murder Mystery FOOD Tour: $82
- Lake Michigan Buffet Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise: $86
- Secret Food Tour: $88
- Chicago's Wicker Park Food Tour: $89
- Chicago Pizza Tour: $89
- Chicago Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Chicago $47
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: $32
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Private Tour with a Local: $39
- 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: $228
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $279
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $459
Typical Entertainment Prices in Chicago
Here are a few typical costs in Chicago for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Sears Tower (family of 4)$102
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Aquarium for 4$118
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Water Taxi (family of 4)$22
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IMAX Movie for Two$35
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Shakespeare Play (2)$116
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Art Institute (2)$36
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U-Boat Tour (2)$8.00
Tours and Activities in Chicago
Here are a few actual costs in Chicago for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chicago Black History Highlights Walking Tour : $5.00
- A Storied Neighborhood: A Self-Guided Audio Tour with Bill Ayers: $5.40
- Gangster Story Quest Experience in Chicago: $5.90
- Haunted Sites Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.50
- Chicago's Dark Side Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour: $6.95
- Chicago Lincoln Square Quest Experience: $7.39
- Dragon Kings Quest Experience in Chinatown Chicago: $7.39
- App Chicago self-guided tours with multilingual audioguides: $10
- The Loop, River North and Chicago’s Theater District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Millennium Park Self-Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Riverwalk Self-Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Michigan Avenue Rendezvous Mobile App Self-Guided Walking Tour: $16
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Free Things to Do in Chicago, Chicago Bucket List: The Best Places to See, and The Best Museums in Chicago.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Chicago $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Chicago
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Chicago:
- Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Malt Row: $25
- Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Logan Square: $25
- Oktoberfest Malt Row Walking Brewery Tour: $25
- Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Logan Square: $25
- Chicago Haunted Pub Crawl: Water Tower Specter and Beyond: $38
- Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour: $100
- Craft Brewery Tour by Barrel Bus: $100
- Milwaukee Harley-Davidson Museum & Brewery Day Tour: $125
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Chicago, we can see that Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chicago 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 Chicago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Chicago?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 24% larger than the population of Chicago. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Chicago, 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.