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

Should you visit Ankara or New Orleans?

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 New Orleans. 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 New Orleans?

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.

New Orleans

New Orleans is the largest city in the state of Louisiana, and it is a cultural city that is the home of jazz, unique cuisine, and Mardi Gras in the U.S. It was established in 1718 and is one of the oldest cities in the country. The culture of the city has a mix of French, Creole, African American, Caribbean, Irish, Haitian, German and Vietnamese. There's an energy and atmosphere that is unlike any place else.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, and The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, New Orleans or Ankara?

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

  • Ankara Prices
    Turkey Prices
    New Orleans Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Ankara $110
    New Orleans $271

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in New Orleans is $271. 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 New Orleans in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $54
    New Orleans $125
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $108
    New Orleans $250
Compare Hotels in Ankara and New Orleans

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or New Orleans? 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 New Orleans


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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 New Orleans Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $35
    New Orleans $51
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
    $0.15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:

  • Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $40
  • Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $40
  • 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: $111
  • Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $111
  • 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: $105

Typical Local Transportation Prices in New Orleans

Some typical examples of transportation costs in New Orleans are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in New Orleans

Also for New Orleans, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 11 Passenger Executive Van: New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $197
  • 20 Passenger New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $300
  • 25 Passenger New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $300
  • Full-Day Oak Alley Plantation & Large Airboat Swamp w/Transfer: $155
  • Handicap New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $260
  • Louis Armstrong Airport: Private Transfer to New Orleans: $69
  • NOLA Cruise Port to New Orleans hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
  • NOLA Cruise Port to New Orleans hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $150
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY) to New Orleans - Arrival Transfer : $83
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY) to New Orleans - Round-Trip Transfer : $166
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY): Private Transfer to New Orleans: $211
  • New Orleans Airport One way Transfer to Baton Rouge or Slidell: $250

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or New Orleans?

Prices for flights to both New Orleans 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 $31
    New Orleans $78
Typical Food Prices in Ankara

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


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New Orleans

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

  • Cajun and Creole Cooking Class: $38
  • French Quarters Best Food Tour: Signature Flavors of New Orleans: $54
  • Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option: $55
  • Evening Jazz Boat Cruise with Optional Dinner: $55
  • Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans: $55
  • Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland: $64
  • Premier Food Tour in New Orleans: $77
  • New Orleans Original Seafood Tour of the French Quarter: $80
  • Taste Of New Orleans Food Tour and Experience: $80
  • French Quarter Food Tour with Tastings: $89
  • French Quarter Food Tour with a Local: $89
  • NOLA Carte Food Tours: $96

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $32
    New Orleans $55
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
    $0.23

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 ) : $33
  • Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $32
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour: $272
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $222
  • Private Tour with a Local: $38
  • Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
  • Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
  • Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
  • Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
  • Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $447
  • Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
  • Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235

Typical Entertainment Prices in New Orleans

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New Orleans's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Zoo & Aquarium Tickets (2)
    $75
  • Riverboat Cruise
    $70
  • French Quarter City Tour
    $100

Tours and Activities in New Orleans

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

  • Bywater Stroll: Explore the Evolving Neighbourhood on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • Self Guided Audio Ghost Tour in New Orleans in 6 Languages: $5.00
  • New Orleans Pelicans Basketball Game Ticket: $6.56
  • Struttin' Down Royal Street Walking Audio Tour: $6.99
  • New Orleans Esplanade Ridge: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • City Park Quest Experience: $8.27
  • Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Self Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans' Historic Garden District: $9.99
  • Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans: $10
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in New Orleans by 3Quest Challenge: $10
  • Bad and Boujee Beignets Walking Tour: $12
  • Nola Culture Street Art & Mural Walk Tour : $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $14
    New Orleans $60

Sample the Local Flavors in New Orleans

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New Orleans:

  • Discovering the Flavors of Louisiana: Rum & Gin Distillery Tour: $14
  • Guided Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting: $15
  • Guided Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting: $15
  • Treme Bar Crawl & Seafood Experience: $17
  • Spooky Ghost and Haunted Pub Crawl Tour: $17
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $21
  • New Orleans Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of The Irish Channel: $25
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
  • True Crime Pub Crawl in New Orleans: $30
  • Spooky Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl - Ghost Tour in New Orleans: $30
  • New Orleans Spooky Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $30


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and New Orleans, we can see that New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New Orleans 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 New Orleans Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ankara or New Orleans?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of New Orleans. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and New Orleans, 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.