Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ankara or Osaka?
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 Osaka. 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 Osaka?
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.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $118Osaka $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $118, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $113. 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 Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $48Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $96Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Osaka? 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 Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $31Osaka $14
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$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- 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: $52
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $52
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $52
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $54
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $109
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $42
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport: $74
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Osaka to Osaka International Airport (ITM): $150
- Airport Transfer! Osaka Airport (ITM) to Center of hotel in Osaka: $150
- Airport Transfer!Hotel in center of Osaka to Kansai Airport (KIX): $192
- Airport Transfer: Itami Airport ⇄ Osaka City: $93
- Airport Transfer: Kansai Airport ⇄ Osaka City: $139
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $201
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kyoto: $274
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Nara: $217
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Osaka: $147
- Itami Airport Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kyoto: $228
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka 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 $47Osaka $46
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$0.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kuromon Market 1.5-Hour Seafood & Street Food Tour: $22
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $23
- 2-Hour Local Street Food Tour – Dotonbori & Namba: $32
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHT CLUB: $34
- 【Special Offer】Sushi Making Osaka!！Cooking Class in Japan!: $35
- Kuromon, Sennichimae & Dotonbori Food Tour - 2hrs: $45
- Kuromon Market and Sennichimae 2 Hour Food Tour: $47
- Deep Food Tour and Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- 2-Hour Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour: $52
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $53
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $53
- Deep Backstreets Walking Tour with Dinner Option: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $29Osaka $22
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$0.21
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5 Days Hittite Monuments Tour with Specialist Guide: $1,995
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $33
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $229
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $34
- Private Tour with a Local: $40
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $33
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$32
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kamigata Ukiyo-e Museum Admission Ticket: $4.83
- Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum:Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience: $5.52
- HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel E-Ticket in Umeda: $5.52
- Osaka Half Day Tour with an Expert Local Guide: $6.33
- Tsutenkaku Tower Entry Ticket: $6.90
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM admission ticket（For Foreign）: $6.90
- Traditional Tea Ceremony Experience: $8.00
- Osaka Castle Museum: Official One-Time Admission (E-Ticket): $8.28
- Dotonbori's Bridges 20-Minute Cruise: $12
- Umeda Sky Building Official E-Ticket: $14
- Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory E-Ticket: $14
- teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $13Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Namba Pub Bar Crawl with a Local Guide: $35
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $39
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shinsaibashi: $52
- 3 Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Namba : $57
When comparing the travel costs between Ankara and Osaka, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Ankara is in Europe and Osaka is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Osaka?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Osaka. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Osaka, 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.