Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Oslo?
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 Oslo. 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 Oslo?
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.
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $116Oslo $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $116, while the average daily cost in Oslo is $136. 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 Oslo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $57Oslo $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $114Oslo $162
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Oslo
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Oslo? 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 Oslo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $37Oslo $23
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 Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $39
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $39
- 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
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $76
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $109
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $109
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$6.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $131
- Arrival Private Transfer Oslo OSL Airport to Oslo by Business Car: $115
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $155
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo to Oslo Airport OSL by Business Car: $114
- Olso: Private Transfer from the City Center to Oslo Airport: $106
- Oslo Airport (OSL): Private Transfer to Oslo Cruise Port: $486
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City in Business Car: $148
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City in Business Van: $229
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL in Business Car: $147
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL in Business Van: $238
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL) - Departure Private Transfer: $89
- Oslo Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Oslo hotels: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Oslo?
Prices for flights to both Oslo 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 $32Oslo $30
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Cruise with Seafood Dinner: $58
- Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship : $61
- Oslo Alternative Culture and Street Food Tour: $74
- Christmas Street Food Tour with Akevitt and Christmas beer : $112
- 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $117
- Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $121
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $34Oslo $19
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:
- Family-Friendly Smartphone Walking Tour: $6.00
- Quick Tour, Essentials of Ankara: $6.00
- Inns and Baths City Sightseeing Mobile Audio Guide: $6.00
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $33
- Private Tour with a Local: $37
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour: $48
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $218
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Explore Oslo with Passionate Tour Guides: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Walking Tour in Oslo in English: $4.41
- Tour a Pie en Oslo en Español: $4.41
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Akershus to Kongen Marina Waterfront: $7.99
- An Oslo Waterfront Stroll: Self-paced Audio Tour: $7.99
- Downtown Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Oslo Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.02
- Discover Oslo's Heart: Audio Tour Through Time and Beauty: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- The Fram Museum Admission Ticket: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $15Oslo $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Oslo, we can see that Oslo 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 Oslo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oslo 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 Oslo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Oslo?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Oslo, 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.