Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Antalya?
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 Antalya or Belgrade?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Belgrade? 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 Belgrade?
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.
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $138Belgrade $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $138, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $53. 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 Belgrade in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $46Belgrade $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $92Belgrade $64
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Belgrade
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Belgrade? 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Belgrade Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $92Belgrade $5.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $12
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Round Transfer : $14
- Family Rafting at Koprulu Canyon w/Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $14
- Antalya Family Rafting Adventure w/ Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer/Belek/Lara: Turkish Bath & Massage with Hotel Transfer: $20
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show and Round Trip Transfer: $20
- Antalya Airport - Antalya City Hotels Private Transfers (Lara, Kundu, Old Town): $20
- Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $21
- Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $28
- GONSTER : Luxury Pirate Boat Trip Lunch & Soft Drinks & Transfer: $28
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kaleici Transfer - Economy: $31
- VIP Transfer Service to All of Antalya: $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- VAN Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $88
- Private transfer from Belgrade or Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad: $176
- Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $57
- Private Transfer: Belgrade to Novi Sad and back: $159
- Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $203
- Private Transfer from Novi Sad to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $182
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Sremski Karlovci: $163
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Šabac: $185
- Private Transfer : $102
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $49
- Belgrade Airport Transfers to/from any Destination: $62
- Airport transfer between Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Novi Sad: $101
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Belgrade?
Prices for flights to both Belgrade 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
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Food Meals for one dayAntalya $37Belgrade $17
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: $42
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $68
- Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $79
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $38Belgrade $4.68
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $14
- Lower Düden Waterfalls Boat Cruise Tour with Lunch and Drinks: $15
- City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car, Boat & Lunch: $15
- Antalya Old Town Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights : $15
- Antalya Kaleici Old Town Small Group Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Suluada Boat Tour from Side, Antalya & Kemer: Swim & Lunch: $18
- Pirate Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $18
- Antalya Myra Kekova & St Nicholas Daily Tours: $20
- Antalya Pamukkale Hierapolis Daily Tours with lunch: $21
- From Full-Day Boat Tour with Lunch and Foam Party: $23
- Antalya City Tour: Old Town Charm&Majestic Waterfalls: $24
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $89
- Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $101
- BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $72
- Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure: $272
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $68
- Belgrade City Tour and Avala Mountain: $57
- Belgrade Essentials E-Scooter tour: $40
- Belgrade Fashion and Design Tour - Discover Local Designers: $85
- Belgrade Half Day City Tour by Car and Walk: $193
- Belgrade Highlights and Avala Mountain Tour: $169
- Belgrade Hiking Tour On Mountain Avala: $60
- Belgrade In A Day Grand City Tour: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $17Belgrade $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $56
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $68
- Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $85
- Novisad Ethnic Village Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $115
- Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $204
- Full-Day Tour along Danube with Three Stronghold Sightseeing and Wine Tasting: $221
- From Subotica & Palić Lake Tour with Wine tasting: $225
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Belgrade, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Belgrade?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Belgrade, 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 Belgrade?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Antalya or Belgrade in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Belgrade. Many visitors come to Antalya in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Antalya is a little warmer than Belgrade in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Belgrade fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the summer, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 285 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Belgrade. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Belgrade 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Belgrade in the Autumn?
Both Belgrade and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Antalya for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Antalya is a little warmer than Belgrade. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Belgrade averages at about 14°C (57°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during autumn. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 168 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Antalya usually receives more rain than Belgrade. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Belgrade 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Belgrade in the Winter?
Both Belgrade and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Antalya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. In January, Antalya is generally much warmer than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
In the winter, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 71 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Belgrade. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Belgrade 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Belgrade in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Belgrade. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
Antalya is a little warmer than Belgrade in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during spring. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Antalya usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Belgrade 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Belgrade and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
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.