A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antalya vs. Accra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antalya or Accra?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Antalya or Accra? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Antalya or Accra?

Antalya

Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.


Which place is cheaper, Accra or Antalya?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $154, while the average daily cost in Accra is $39. 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 Antalya and Accra in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $51
    Accra $17
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $102
    Accra $34
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Accra

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Accra? 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 Antalya


Hotels in Accra


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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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $103
    Accra $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

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

  • Antalya airport Belek shuttle transfer: $8.93
  • Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $15
  • Antalya Land of Legend Night Show Transfer w/Boat Parade Show: $15
  • Land Of Legends Transfer: $15
  • The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $17
  • Antalya:Land Of Legends Night Show Ticket And Round Trip Transfer: $19
  • Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $20
  • Antalya Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Konyaaltı: $21
  • Antalya Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Lara & Kundu: $21
  • Antalya Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Antalya City: $21
  • Antalya Traditional Turkish Bath , Spa & Massage With Transfer : $21
  • Private Antalya Airport (AYT) Arrival or Departure Transfer: $22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $70
  • Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $150
  • Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $45
  • Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
  • Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $115
  • Airport & City Transfers: $100
  • Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
  • City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
  • Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
  • Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Accra?

Prices for flights to both Accra and Antalya 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
    Antalya $41
    Accra $14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

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

  • Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $40
  • Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $63
  • Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $69
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $71

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.

  • Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $45
  • Cooking Class: $75
  • Accra Makola Market Food Tour With Full Lunch: $78
  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons: $80
  • Culinary for social change-Cooking Class : $80
  • Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
  • Cooking Class with Auntie KK in Osu: $89
  • Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
  • Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $97
  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
  • Ghanaian Cooking Class Authentic Tour: $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $43
    Accra $2.97

Tours and Activities in Antalya

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

  • Antalya City Tour Full-Day Boat Tour Cable Car and Waterfall Peerless&Excellent: $7.49
  • Spa and Skin Care Experience with Massage and Drink: $8.85
  • Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $10
  • Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $11
  • Turkish Bath Experience with Oil Massage: $13
  • Old Town Harbor Sightseeing Cruise: $16
  • Full Day Antalya City Tour with Waterfall and Cable Car: $16
  • Sightseeing Cruise from Old Town Harbor: $16
  • Old City Tour, Waterfalls, Boat Trip and Lunch: $19
  • 2-hour Yacht Tour to Lower Duden Falls: $21
  • Kaleici Old Town Small Group Guided Walking Tour: $21
  • Amazing 50minYacht Tour+1 hour Old City Walking Tour: $22

Tours and Activities in Accra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:

  • 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
  • Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
  • Cape Coast Elmina Kakum Park Private Day Tour: $165
  • Naming Ceremony and Heritage Homecoming Experience for Diasporas: $265
  • 2-day Tour of Downtown Accra: $216
  • 3 Days Special Tour of Ghana: $950
  • 6 Hours Cape Coast Tour: $210
  • 6-Day Electric Enchantment-Off the grid Tour: $1,650
  • A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
  • Aburi Botanic Gardens and Boti Falls Full-Day Private Tour: $180
  • Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
  • Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Tours: $190

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $19
    Accra $4.25


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Accra, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Accra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antalya or Accra?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Accra, 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.


When is the best time to visit Antalya or Accra?

Antalya has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Antalya or Accra in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Accra. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.

In July, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Accra. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 28°C (83°F), and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Accra. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Antalya 28°C (83°F) 
    Accra 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Accra in the Autumn?

Both Accra and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Antalya in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Antalya is cooler than Accra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Accra fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

In October, Antalya usually receives more rain than Accra. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Antalya 21°C (69°F) 
    Accra 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Accra in the Winter?

Both Accra and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.

In the winter, Antalya is much colder than Accra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antalya in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Accra averages at about 27°C (81°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Accra. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Antalya 11°C (51°F) 
    Accra 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Accra in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Accra. The spring months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches and the natural beauty. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Antalya is generally much colder than Accra. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 16°C (62°F), and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

Accra receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Antalya usually receives less rain than Accra. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Antalya 16°C (62°F) 
    Accra 28°C (82°F)

Typical Weather for Accra and Antalya

Antalya Accra
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (51°F) 239 mm (9.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 196 mm (7.7 in) 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 13°C (56°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 16°C (62°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 28°C (82°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
May 20°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 26°C (79°F) 281 mm (11.1 in)
Jul 28°C (83°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Aug 28°C (83°F) 1 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Oct 21°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 227 mm (8.9 in) 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)