Which place is cheaper, Frankfurt or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Frankfurt?
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 Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt?
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.
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Germany, and The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $111Frankfurt $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $111, while the average daily cost in Frankfurt is $135. 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 Frankfurt in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Frankfurt $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Frankfurt $128
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Frankfurt
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Frankfurt? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Frankfurt $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 to Ankara Airport (ESB): $41
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $41
- 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: $113
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $113
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $61
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $107
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $68
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental$55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Business Car: $72
- Airport Transfer: Frankfurt to Airport FRA by Luxury Van: $79
- Arrival Private Transfer from Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by business car: $56
- Arrival Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Luxury Vehicle: $65
- Arrival Transfer: Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Business Car: $72
- Arrival Transfer: Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Luxury Van: $79
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Luxury Vehicle: $65
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Airport FRA by Business Car: $72
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Airport FRA by Luxury Van: $79
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Van: $84
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $147
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Frankfurt?
Prices for flights to both Frankfurt 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 $31Frankfurt $45
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 Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda$2.21
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte$7.73
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee$6.63
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Sandwich and Cola$7.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kleinmarkthalle Food Tour with Tastings: $28
- VEGAN FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $83
- FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $83
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $291
- Heidelberg and Rhine Valley Day Trip With Wine Tasting and Dinner from Frankfurt: $291
- "Taste of Private Food Tour: $310
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Frankfurt $40
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$0.24
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 ) : $34
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $277
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $226
- Private Tour with a Local: $39
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Istanbul, Ankara and Cappadocia 6 Nights 7 Days Tour: $1,275
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $455
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Frankfurt Old Town": $3.31
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.33
- Highlights App Guided Tour with Puzzles: $6.64
- Frankfurt Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.75
- Struwwelpeter Museum Entry Ticket w/Audio Guide: $7.76
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.31
- Experience an exciting outdoor escape game via smartphone: $8.78
- Historisches Museum Entry Ticket: $8.87
- A Frankfurt Meander: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Germany's Cradle of Democracy: $9.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Frankfurt Airport: Fraport Visitor Center Entry Ticket: $13
- Frankfurt Card: Experience Frankfurt at the Best Price: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Frankfurt $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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Becks Beer$2.21
Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:
- Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $22
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $35
- Romantic Road Day Ticket from Frankfurt/Main to Rothenburg incl. Wine tasting: $151
- Private Wine Tour Grape Escape Rhine Valley from Frankfurt: $259
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $291
- from Frankfurt - romantic Black Forest & brewery, private tour: $293
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Night Pub Crawl: $416
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $532
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $775
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Frankfurt, we can see that Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Frankfurt?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Frankfurt. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Frankfurt, 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.