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

Should you visit Ankara or Portland?

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 Portland. 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 Portland?

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.

Portland

Referred to as "The City of Roses", Portland is the largest city in Oregon. It sits on the banks of the Columbia River and offers breathtaking views of Mount Hood when the weather allows. Portland is famous for its alternative vibe, live music scene, and popular microbreweries. It's also a mecca for environmentally conscious urban planning. The downtown area is quite compact and walkable. While the city itself may be smaller than you expect, it is still the largest metropolitan area between San Francisco and Seattle.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors 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, Portland 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
    Portland Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Ankara $127
    Portland $211

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $127, while the average daily cost in Portland is $211. 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 Portland in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $52
    Portland $97
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $104
    Portland $194
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Portland

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Portland? 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 Portland


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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 Portland Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $34
    Portland $28
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
    $0.14

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: $47
  • Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $47
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $47
  • Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $58
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $100
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portland

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

  • Lake Oswego to Portland Airport (PDX) - Departure Private Transfer: $156
  • Portland Airport (PDX) to Lake Oswego - Arrival Private Transfer: $156
  • Portland Airport (PDX) to Portland downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $232
  • Private Transfer from Portland City Hotels to Astoria Cruise Port: $199
  • Waterfall Express -PDX: Waterfall Trolley Tickets + Transfer: $69

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Portland?

Prices for flights to both Portland 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 $51
    Portland $74
Typical Food Prices in Ankara

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


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.32

Typical Food Prices in Portland

For Portland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Afternoon Drinks (for 2)
    $9.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portland

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

  • Portland Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
  • Portland Pizza Tour : $75
  • Walking Pizza Tour: $75
  • Secret Food Tour with Local Guide: $93
  • Brunch on Mississippi Food Tour: $95
  • Downtown Food Tour: $102
  • The Bustling Buckman Hood Food Tour: $105
  • 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise on Willamette River: $127
  • Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise: $127
  • All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour: $128

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $31
    Portland $24
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
    $0.22

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 ) : $32
  • Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $30
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $211
  • Private Tour with a Local: $36
  • Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $31
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $31
  • 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 Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
  • İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180

Tours and Activities in Portland

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

  • Smartphone Old Port Portland, ME Audio Walking Tour APP/GPS: $6.75
  • Portland (Downtown) Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour: $13
  • Portland (Along the Waterfront) Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour: $13
  • Portland Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
  • Portlandia Prowl Amazing Race & Tour: $24
  • Portland, Maine Madness Amazing Race & Tour: $24
  • Portland, Oregon: Soul of the City Walking Tour: $29
  • Intro to Portland Small Group Walking Tour: $29
  • Ghosts, Poltergeists, and Psychopaths Walking Tour: $32
  • Portland, Oregon: Pink Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $32
  • Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour: $34
  • Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour: $34

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $14
    Portland $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Portland

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Portland:

  • Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
  • Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings: $40
  • Oregon Priority Wine Tasting Pass: $40
  • Weird Bar Crawl with Fanatical Local: $59
  • Guided Bike Tour with Brewery Visits: $65
  • Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour: $89
  • Portland, Maine: Local Brewery & Spirits Bus Tour: $99
  • Urban Wine Tasting Tour: $139
  • Afternoon Tour in Columbia Gorge Waterfall with Free Wine Tasting: $139
  • Portland Urban Wine Tasting Tour: $139
  • Willamette Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Portland: $149
  • Mt Hood, Waterfalls, and Wine Tour with Tasting Fees Included: $155


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


Which is Bigger, Ankara or Portland?

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