Which place is cheaper, Milan or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Milan?
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 Milan. 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 Milan?
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.
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $116Milan $180
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $116, while the average daily cost in Milan is $180. 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 Milan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $57Milan $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $114Milan $208
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Milan
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Milan? 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 Milan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $37Milan $38
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 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: $109
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $109
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $76
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $71
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $64
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $60
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $39
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport$7.58
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)$24
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Taxi From Airport$97
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Public Transit Day Pass$4.87
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Short Taxi Ride$7.72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Milan to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer : $46
- Milan to Como hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $106
- Airport Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan by Luxury Van: $139
- Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Car LIN airport to Milan: $101
- Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Van LIN airport to Milan: $81
- Arrival Private Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan in Luxury Van: $139
- Arrival Private Transfer: Milan MXP Airport to Milan City by Luxury Car: $203
- Arrival Private Transfer: Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse in Luxury Van: $92
- BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - MILANO airport transfer: $190
- BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - Milano airport transfer with private Luxury Van: $185
- Basel : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $1,012
- Bellagio : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $277
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Milan?
Prices for flights to both Milan 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 $32Milan $42
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$0.36
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station$9.32
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Restaurant Pizza$7.15
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)$30
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$70
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Cappuccino$1.77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PYT Milano Dinner Show with Live Music and DJ Set: $21
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $29
- Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $38
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $45
- Delicious Milan Street Food Tour Tasting and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $46
- Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $46
- Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $46
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $46
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $59
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $60
- Local Market and Cooking Class with an Italian Chef: $69
- Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $34Milan $33
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$0.25
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour: $48
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $33
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $266
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $218
- Family-Friendly Smartphone Walking Tour: $6.00
- Inns and Baths City Sightseeing Mobile Audio Guide: $6.00
- Private Tour with a Local: $37
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Quick Tour, Essentials of Ankara: $6.00
- From Konya and Cappdocia Tour (3 Days-2 Nights): $438
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop$7.58
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.20
- The City Storytelling Experience: Art, History and Myths Come Together: $3.25
- Milano Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $4.18
- Giuseppe Verdi in Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.58
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring the Famous Five Days: $4.58
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Age-Old Plants: $4.58
- Unique Self-Guided Audio Tour on Alessandro Manzoni: $4.58
- From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.79
- Self-guided Audio tour of Milan's Duomo in French: $5.54
- Secrets, Myths & Tales Unveiled on a Self-Guided Tour: $5.96
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $15Milan $26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar$9.10
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Beer$3.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $43
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan city centre: $44
- Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $52
- Milan Wine Tasting Aperitivo: $55
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $87
- Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $93
- Best of Guided Tour with Duomo, Food & Wine Tasting: $159
- Food and Wine Tasting enjoying the New Milan: $163
- Brescia & Franciacorta Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $180
- Cesarine: Small Group Veggie Class & Wine Tasting in Milan: $184
- Brescia and Franciacorta winery area. Cultural and wine tasting small group tour: $184
- Barolo wine Tasting, Alba, UNESCO Castle: Small Group from Milan: $206
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Milan, we can see that Milan 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 Milan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Milan 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 Milan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Milan?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Milan. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Milan, 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.