Which place is cheaper, Zurich 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 Zurich?
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 Zurich. 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 Zurich?
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.
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $131Zurich $325
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $131, while the average daily cost in Zurich is $325. 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 Zurich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $53Zurich $176
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $106Zurich $352
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Zurich
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Zurich? 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 Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Zurich $37
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$0.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $48
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $60
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $65
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $102
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $102
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $108
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $108
- 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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Airport Transfer: Zurich to Zurich Airport ZRH by Business Car: $85
- Airport Transfer: Zurich to Zurich Airport ZRH by Luxury Van: $96
- Airport Zurich Transfer Mercedes S Class 3pax: $186
- Arrival Private Transfer from Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich City by Luxury Van: $105
- Arrival Transfer from Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich City in Private Car/Van: $94
- BASEL AIRPORT: TRANSFER FROM AND TO ZURICH AIRPORT TO BASEL: $340
- Davos: Private Transfer to/from Zurich Airport: $626
- Departure Transfer from Zurich City to Zurich Airport ZRH in Private Car/Van: $94
- EnglishPrivate One Way Transfer Zurich Airport To Davos: $370
- From Zurich Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer To Zurich Hotel: $81
- From Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to Lucerne: $327
- From Canyoning in Interlaken w/ Return Transfer: $279
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Zurich?
Prices for flights to both Zurich 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 $52Zurich $111
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$0.33
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zurich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zurich.
- Secret Food Tours in Zurich: $145
- Zurich Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $150
- Italian Cooking Class with A Tavola: $154
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Zurich $37
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$0.23
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $31
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $32
- Private Tour with a Local: $37
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $215
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $264
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $434
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Reading Tour: $5.69
- Switzerland eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $6.47
- Einstein Adventure in Exploration Game and Tour: $8.07
- Zurich Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.61
- Zurich Highlights Self guided scavenger hunt and city tour: $11
- Swiss Finance Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- The Dark Side of Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Dark Side of Zurich: $12
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour in Zurich: $12
- Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours: $14
- Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Zurich $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $34
- Pub Crawl Zurich: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Zurich, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Zurich?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Zurich. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Zurich, 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.