Which place is cheaper, Vilnius 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 Vilnius?
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 Vilnius. 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 Vilnius?
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.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $97Vilnius $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $97, while the average daily cost in Vilnius is $133. 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 Vilnius in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $39Vilnius $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $78Vilnius $94
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Vilnius
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Vilnius? 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 Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $26Vilnius $8.29
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$0.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $41
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $52
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $52
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers: $56
- Ankara Airport Transfer: Ankara by Private Luxury Vehicle: $63
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $110
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $110
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport$0.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $99
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $197
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Vilnius?
Prices for flights to both Vilnius 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 $39Vilnius $72
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$0.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Baklava Cooking Class: $61
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $70
- Sustainable Home Cooking Class in Ankara: $85
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $115
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $115
- Lithuanian Cooking Class in the city center: $174
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $23Vilnius $11
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$0.17
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Secrets of Ankara Exploration Game Tour: $23
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Local: $27
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $34
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $35
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Ankara Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $39
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $185
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $300
- Full Day Cappadocia Private Tour: $300
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.62
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.38
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- History Loop with Audio and Quiz at Vilnius Self-Guided Tour: $8.12
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $10
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $10Vilnius $6.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Vilnius, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Vilnius?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Vilnius, 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.