Should I Visit Antalya or Grand Cayman for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Antalya or Grand Cayman?

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

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman? 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 Grand Cayman?

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.

Grand Cayman

When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.

Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Antalya?

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

Antalya Prices
Turkey Prices

Grand Cayman Prices
Cayman Islands Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Antalya $151

Grand Cayman $241

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $151, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is $241. 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 Grand Cayman in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Antalya $50

Grand Cayman $149
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Antalya $100

Grand Cayman $298

Compare Hotels in Antalya and Grand Cayman

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Grand Cayman? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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 Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Antalya $101

Grand Cayman $31

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

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

antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $484
Yacht Tour to Suluada Island from Antalya with transfer and lunch: $35
Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya HTL-APT (AYT): $35
Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $71
Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $77
Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $71
The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $19
The Land of Legends Night Show Transfer From Antalya: $17
Tazı Canyon & Rafting Full Day with Transfer and Lunch: $34
Tazi Canyon & Rafting tour with Lunch & Transfer from Antalya: $58
Tandem Paragliding Flight with Cable Car Transfer to Kemer Region: $280
Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Antalya: $41

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman

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

Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $193
Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $193
Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $193
Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $193
George Town to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Transfer: $135
George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $135
George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $270
George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $135
Airport Transfer to West Bay Accommodations (GCM - Grand Cayman): $80

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman 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 $40

Grand Cayman $67

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: $62
Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $70

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Antalya $42

Grand Cayman $41

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: $68
Full Day Tour in Altınbeşik Cave and Ürünlü : $104
Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $50
Side Sunset Cruise: Ancient History and Mesmerizing Sunsets: $115
Tour of waterfall (unıque): $68
2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya: $70
2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya with Accommodation: $203
2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya, Belek, Kemer, Alanya, Side: $60
2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $47
2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
3 Different Natural Wonders Waterfall Tours in ANTALYA : $54
3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38

Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman

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

2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $89
3-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $119
Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $79
Bioluminescent Bay Adventure in Grand Cayman: $135
Cayman 2 in 1 Combo Tour Stingray City Reef Snorkel Adventure: $82
Cayman Adventure Stingrays Starfish & Crystal Caves : $99
Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
Cayman Combo Tour: Starfish Point, Stingray City & Coral Gardens: $95
Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman Island: $126
Cayman Ultimate Tour: Stingray City, Snorkeling & Beach Lunch: $189
Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
CaymanVisitor Hide & Seek GeoTour Self-Drive Tour: $13

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Antalya $19

Grand Cayman $13

Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:

Beer

$4.94

Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:

Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
Distillery & Rum Tasting Tour in Grand Cayman: $67

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Antalya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Grand Cayman, 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 Grand Cayman?

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

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Summer?

Both Grand Cayman and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Antalya is around the same temperature as Grand Cayman in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Antalya 28°C (83°F)

Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?

Both Grand Cayman and Antalya during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Antalya because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.

In the autumn, Antalya is cooler than Grand Cayman. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 27°C (81°F).

Grand Cayman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Antalya usually gets less rain in October than Grand Cayman. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Antalya 21°C (69°F)

Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Grand Cayman. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antalya this time of year. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Antalya is generally much colder than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).

Antalya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Grand Cayman. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Antalya 11°C (51°F)

Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Grand Cayman. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.

Antalya is much colder than Grand Cayman in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

Antalya usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Grand Cayman. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Antalya 16°C (62°F)

Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)

Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Antalya

	Antalya		Grand Cayman
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	11°C (51°F)	239 mm (9.4 in)	24°C (76°F)	58 mm (2.3 in)
Feb	11°C (52°F)	196 mm (7.7 in)	24°C (76°F)	51 mm (2 in)
Mar	13°C (56°F)	103 mm (4.1 in)	25°C (77°F)	31 mm (1.2 in)
Apr	16°C (62°F)	46 mm (1.8 in)	26°C (79°F)	48 mm (1.9 in)
May	20°C (69°F)	28 mm (1.1 in)	27°C (81°F)	131 mm (5.1 in)
Jun	25°C (77°F)	8 mm (0.3 in)	28°C (82°F)	183 mm (7.2 in)
Jul	28°C (83°F)	3 mm (0.1 in)	28°C (83°F)	179 mm (7 in)
Aug	28°C (83°F)	1 mm (0 in)	28°C (82°F)	172 mm (6.8 in)
Sep	25°C (77°F)	11 mm (0.4 in)	28°C (82°F)	212 mm (8.3 in)
Oct	21°C (69°F)	70 mm (2.8 in)	27°C (81°F)	238 mm (9.4 in)
Nov	16°C (61°F)	134 mm (5.3 in)	26°C (79°F)	141 mm (5.6 in)
Dec	12°C (54°F)	227 mm (8.9 in)	25°C (78°F)	57 mm (2.3 in)

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

Should you visit Antalya or Grand Cayman?

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

Where Should I go: Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Antalya

Grand Cayman

Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Antalya?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antalya and Grand Cayman

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Antalya

Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman

Alcohol

Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman

Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman

Which is Bigger, Antalya or Grand Cayman?

When is the best time to visit Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Summer?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Winter?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Antalya

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

Should you visit Antalya or Grand Cayman?

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

Where Should I go: Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Antalya

Grand Cayman

Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Antalya?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antalya and Grand Cayman

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Antalya

Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman

Alcohol

Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman

Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman

Which is Bigger, Antalya or Grand Cayman?

When is the best time to visit Antalya or Grand Cayman?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Summer?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Winter?

Should I visit Antalya or Grand Cayman in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Antalya

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