Which place is cheaper, Odisha (Orissa) or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Odisha (Orissa)?
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 Odisha (Orissa). 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 Odisha (Orissa)?
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.
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $116Odisha (Orissa) $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $116, while the average daily cost in Odisha (Orissa) is $0.00. 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 Odisha (Orissa) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $57Odisha (Orissa) -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $114Odisha (Orissa) $0.00
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Odisha (Orissa)
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Odisha (Orissa)? 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 $37Odisha (Orissa) -
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): $39
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $39
- 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: $109
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $109
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $60
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $64
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $71
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $211
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $37
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Odisha (Orissa)?
Prices for flights to both Odisha (Orissa) 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 $32Odisha (Orissa) -
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $34Odisha (Orissa) -
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: $269
- 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: $38
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Quick Tour, Essentials of Ankara: $6.00
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Bhubaneswar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Spiritual Trails of Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Temples Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride): $25
- Bhubaneswar Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $25
- History Buffs Trails in Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $25
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills : $66
- 8-hours Full Day Tour of Bhubaneswar including Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: $78
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Konark and Chilika Lake: A Private Day Tour from Bhubaneshwar: $83
- Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide: $90
- Bhubaneswar city tour & Konark Sun Temple in private car with guide: $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $15Odisha (Orissa) -
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Odisha (Orissa), we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Odisha (Orissa) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Odisha (Orissa) is in Asia, 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 Odisha (Orissa) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Odisha (Orissa).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Odisha (Orissa) Expensive?.
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.