Which place is cheaper, Darjiling 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 Darjiling?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Darjiling? 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 Darjiling?
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.
Darjiling
What began as a cluster of villages grew to prominence in the 19th Century when the British first established a hill station here and eventually realized that the climate was well-suited for tea plantations. Darjeeling (or Darjiling) has since become known for its teas in addition to cultural diversity, stunning views, and trekking opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesDarjiling Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $115Darjiling $40
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $115, while the average daily cost in Darjiling is $40. 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 Darjiling in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $38Darjiling $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $76Darjiling $24
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Darjiling
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Darjiling? 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 Darjiling Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $77Darjiling $6.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center: $525
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $438
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Belek Transfer - Premium: $249
- Antalya Airport: Private Transfer to Patara: $233
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Beldibi Transfer - Comfort: $226
- Private Transfer from Antalya to Cappadocia with Konya tour: $225
- Private Transfer From Antalya Airport To Finike / Demre: $212
- Ankara Polatlı Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $187
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya City Center Transfer - Premium: $179
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kundu Transfer - Premium: $179
- Private Antalya Airport Transfer to or from Alanya: $176
- Private Transfer From Antalya Airport To Kestel / Mahmutlar / Kargıcak: $171
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darjiling
Also for Darjiling, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rafting Journey at the Down on Teesta River's White Water with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Transfer Darjeeling Hotels To Bagdogra Airport IXB Drop: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Darjiling?
Prices for flights to both Darjiling 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 $31Darjiling $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $32Darjiling $11
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya: $70
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $47
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour: $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $42
- 90-minute Canoe or Sup Experience in Antalya: $71
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up: $45
- ATV Quad Bike Safari Tour in Antalya, Alanya, Belek, Side & Kemer: $41
- Adrasan & Sulu Island Tour: Antalya's Hidden Gems: $66
- Alanya Eagle Tazi Canyon Tour with Rafting: $37
- Alanya, Side, Sunrise Balloon Tour in Pamukkale: $246
- Antalya & Kemer: Megastar Catamaran Cruise With Foam Party: $41
- Antalya / Belek : Horse Riding Experience Forest & Beach: $35
Tours and Activities in Darjiling
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Darjiling.
- 5-Day Private Tour of Gangtok and Darjeeling: $281
- A Full Day Tour Of Darjeeling: $208
- Best of Darjeeling (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Best of Gangtok (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $74
- Colonial Heritage Walking Tour in Darjeeling: $27
- Darjeeling City Tour with Uber: $58
- Darjeeling Exquisite Estate Tour: $156
- Darjeeling Tea Garden Tour: $49
- Day Trip to Darjeeling (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Gangtok): $130
- Day Trip to Gangtok (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $130
- Day Trip to Kalimpong (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $130
- Day_Trippers (Darjeeling Full Day Tour).: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Darjiling $7.77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Darjiling, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Darjiling much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Darjiling is in Asia, 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 Darjiling would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Darjiling 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 Darjiling.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Darjiling Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Darjiling?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Darjiling. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Darjiling, 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.