Which place is cheaper, Dallas or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Dallas?
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 Dallas. 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 Dallas?
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.
Dallas
Located in the north central part of the state, Dallas is a prominent city in Texas and is one of the most populated metropolitan areas in the United States of America. The business reputation of Dallas rose from its historical status as the center for cotton and oil industries. It was also positioned among numerous railroads.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Dallas $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Dallas is $141. 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 Dallas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Dallas $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Dallas $168
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Dallas
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Dallas? 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 Dallas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Dallas $28
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:
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $40
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $40
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $61
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $68
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $107
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $107
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $112
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $112
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dallas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dallas:
- Arrival Private Transfer Dallas Airport DAL to Dowtown Dallas by Luxury Vehicle: $83
- Arrival Private Transfer Dallas Airport DAL to Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $135
- Arrival Private Transfer: Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $108
- Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW) to Plano or Allen - Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW): Transfer to Dallas: $209
- Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to Dallas - Arrival Private Transfer: $43
- Dallas to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) - Departure Private Transfer: $43
- One Way DFW Airport to Hotel Private Transfer: $100
- Departure Private Transfer Dowtown Dallas to Dallas Airport DAL Luxury Vehicle: $83
- Departure Private Transfer: Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Business Car: $108
- Departure Private Transfer: Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Luxury SUV: $130
- Private Departure Transfer to Dallas Fort Worth Airport DFW: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Dallas?
Prices for flights to both Dallas 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 $31Dallas $35
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 Dallas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dallas are as follows:
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Cowboys Stadium Tour (for 2)$55
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Whataburger Lunch (family of 4)$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dallas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dallas.
- West Village Happy Hour Food Tour: $39
- Deep Ellum Foodie Lovers Tour with Food Tours of America: $85
- Discover Downtown Dallas Food Tour with Food Tours of America: $89
- Dallas Secret Food Tour: $92
- Secret Food Tour of Dallas with Private Tour Option: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Dallas $13
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: $38
- 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: $225
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $274
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $451
Tours and Activities in Dallas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dallas are as follows:
- Historic Downtown Audio Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.50
- Kennedy Assassination Walking Tour - Oswald Was Framed: $10
- Dallas in Wonderland: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dallas: $12
- Dallas JFK Assassination: Scenic Historic Driving Tour: $15
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Denton by Zombie Scavengers: $16
- The Assassination of John F. Kennedy Experience: $20
- Reunion Tower GeO-Deck General Admission Ticket: $21
- John F. Kennedy Trolley Tour in Dallas: $22
- SEA LIFE Aquarium Grapevine Admission Ticket: $24
- Dallas' Reunion Tower GeO-Deck Observation Ticket: $25
- Dallas Mavericks Basketball Game Ticket: $25
- Dallas Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Dallas $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Dallas
Also in Dallas, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 1-Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Dallas: $38
- Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum and Downtown Dallas: $55
- Dallas Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Dallas, we can see that Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dallas 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 Dallas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Dallas?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Dallas. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Dallas, 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.