Which place is cheaper, Gijon 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 Gijon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Gijon? 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 Gijon?
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.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
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Antalya Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $130Gijon $166
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $130, while the average daily cost in Gijon is $166. 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 Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $43Gijon $94
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $86Gijon $188
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Gijon? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $86Gijon $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lara Pirate Boat Trip to Duden Waterfalls with Transfer: $8.57
- Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
- Family Rafting at Koprulu Canyon w/Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $15
- Alanya to Antalya Land of Legends Night Show Transfer: $15
- Transfer Land of Legends Tour with night show: $15
- Mega Star Party Boat Trip From Antalya With Lunch And Transfer : $15
- Antalya Family Rafting Adventure w/ Free Hotel Transfer: $16
- Land Of Legends Night Show with Transfer: $16
- Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
- Antalya Scuba Diving With Transfer From Belek,Lara,Kemer Hotels: $18
- Antalya Airport Transfer and Mall Transfer in Luxury Vehicle: $18
- Kemer/Belek/Lara: Turkish Bath & Massage with Hotel Transfer: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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 $35Gijon $63
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
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Home Cooking Class: Make Traditional Baklava in Antalya: $68
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $36Gijon $15
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.52
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $11
- ANTALYA CITY TOUR : Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $11
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Rafting & Adventure Safari from Zipline, Quad & Cabrio: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
- Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch: $13
- Old City Tour w/Cable Car, Boat, Waterfall & Lunch: $15
- Boat Cruise with Lunch, Foam Party, and DJ: $15
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $211
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $228
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $5.15
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $102
- Private Tour of Gijón: $87
- Tour to Lakes of Covadonga, Onís Cangas and Ballasts from Gijón: $56
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $16Gijon $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Gijon, we can see that Gijon is more expensive. And not only is Antalya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Antalya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antalya 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon than you might in Antalya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Gijon?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Gijon, 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 Gijon?
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 Gijon in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Gijon. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Antalya is much warmer than Gijon in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Gijon fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gijon. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the summer, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Gijon. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Gijon in the Autumn?
Both Gijon 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.
In the autumn, Antalya is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Gijon averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during autumn. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Antalya usually receives less rain than Gijon. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Gijon in the Winter?
Both Gijon 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.
In January, Antalya is generally around the same temperature as Gijon. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun.
Gijon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Gijon. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Gijon in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Gijon. The spring months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
Antalya is a little warmer than Gijon in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Gijon fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during spring. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Antalya usually receives less rain than Gijon. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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