Which place is cheaper, Tallinn or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Ankara or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn. 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 Tallinn?
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.
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tallinn, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $111Tallinn $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $111, while the average daily cost in Tallinn is $105. 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 Tallinn in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Tallinn $52
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Tallinn $104
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Tallinn
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Tallinn? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Tallinn $13
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$0.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $41
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $41
- 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: $113
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $113
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $61
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $107
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $68
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
-
Tram Around Town for Two$1.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tallinn Party Bus Airport Transfer: $129
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn : $94
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,741
- Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $249
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $45
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $34
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $122
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $17
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $34
- Tallinn Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tallinn hotels: $105
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $67
- Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport (TLL): Transfer to Tallinn Port: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Tallinn?
Prices for flights to both Tallinn 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 dayAnkara $31Tallinn $40
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
-
A Quick Lunch$0.34
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
-
Lunch for Two$8.49
-
Dessert$1.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $58
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $65
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $87
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $118
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Tallinn $6.22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Underground City$0.24
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour: $50
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $277
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $226
- Private Tour with a Local: $39
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $455
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.10
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.32
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $5.53
- Highlights App Guided Tour with Puzzles: $6.63
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $6.63
- Tales of Reval Smartphone App Self-Guided GPS Walking Tour: $6.77
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.78
- Tallinn Old Town: Food and History Self-Guided Walking Tour: $7.33
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.85
- Audio Tour of Tallinn Old Town: $8.85
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $9.04
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Tallinn $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Talinn: Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $22
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $24
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $43
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $75
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $128
When comparing the travel costs between Ankara and Tallinn, 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. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Tallinn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Tallinn?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Tallinn, 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.