Which place is cheaper, Srinagar or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar. 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 Srinagar?
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.
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $116Srinagar $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $116, while the average daily cost in Srinagar is $26. 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 Srinagar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $57Srinagar $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $114Srinagar $30
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Srinagar
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Srinagar? 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 Srinagar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $37Srinagar $2.56
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:
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $76
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $71
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $64
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $60
- 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 Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $39
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- A Private Airport Transfer in Srinagar: $27
- Kashmir Transport Services for Transfers & Sightseeing Tours: $58
- Kashmir: 5-Day Tour with Houseboat Stay and Transfers: $240
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $69
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $69
- Srinagar Airport Transfer: $28
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $246
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Srinagar?
Prices for flights to both Srinagar 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 $32Srinagar $5.17
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 $34Srinagar $10
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: $38
- 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 Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Srinagar Splendors: A Private City Tour: $65
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $71
- Private Custom Tour: Pahalgam sightseeing with guide: $74
- Private Custom Excursion Tour to Pahalgam from Srinagar with Guide: $74
- Enchanting Day Tour with Shikara Ride at Dal Lake: $80
- Private Old City and Mughal Gardens Car Tour: $82
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Private Day Tour with Shikara Ride at Dal Lake: $192
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package - 2 Nights / 3 Days: $209
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $222
- 5 Days and 4 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $285
- 4 Days and 3 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $290
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $15Srinagar $2.56
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Srinagar, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Srinagar 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 Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Srinagar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Srinagar?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Srinagar. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Srinagar, 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.