Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Johor Bahru? 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 Johor Bahru?
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.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesJohor Bahru Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $111Johor Bahru $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $111, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is $66. 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 Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $37Johor Bahru $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $74Johor Bahru $82
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Johor Bahru? 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 Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $74Johor Bahru $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Private Transfer from Antalya Airport: $0.63
- Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfers: $0.86
- Antalya Old Town City Tour w/Transfer & Lunch: $4.61
- Land Of Legends Night Show Transfer with Optional Private: $8.28
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $12
- Antalya Suluada Boat Tour (Turkish Maldives), Lunch & Transfer: $12
- Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $15
- Transfer Land of Legends Tour: $15
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Transfer: $15
- Antalya Airport Private Transfer to (Kumköy/Alanya/Manavgat): $16
- Antalya / Belek : Quad Safari & Buggy Safari w/Hotel Transfer: $17
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show w/Shopping & Transfer: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore Van Transfer: $39
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore MPV Transfer: $101
- Universal Studios Singapore Tickets with Round-trip Transfers: $117
- Singapore Universal Studio & S.E.A Aquarium-COMBO One-Day Pass(Shared transfer): $212
- Private Transfer from Legoland (Malaysia) to Seletar Airport (XSP): $148
- Private Transfer from Johor Bahru City Center to Singapore Hotels: $102
- Private Transfer : Johor Bharu (JB) to Kuala Lumpur (KL): $136
- Malaysia：Senai International Airport（JHB）One-Way Transfer: $80
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia Admission Ticket with Return Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $189
- Johor Hotels to Malacca Hotels (Door to Door) Transfer: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru 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 $30Johor Bahru $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Land of Legends Night Show w/Dinner: $11
- Antalya/Side/Alanya: Land of Legends Night Show with Dinner: $29
- Sunset Cruise with Waterfalls, Dinner & Drinks: $31
- From Suluada Island Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $44
- Antalya/Belek/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $44
- Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $63
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $76
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $79
- Turkish Breakfast Cooking with a Local Mom in Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $90
- Antalya Eats Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $31Johor Bahru $8.07
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 City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.55
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Bath Experience w/Massage: $5.41
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $5.76
- TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.91
- Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- City Tours Duden Waterfalls, Old City & Boat Ride: $11
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Antalya/Alanya/Side: Rafting Tour at Koprulu Canyon: $13
- Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch: $14
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Adventure Cove WaterPark Sentosa Island Singpore: $34
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Tickets: $49
- Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Admission Ticket in Johor: $29
- Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Admission Ticket in Johor: $30
- Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast: $19
- DaVinci & The Wheel of Time - Cinematic Walkthrough VR Experience: $19
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $6.55
- Harry Potter Visions of Magic Singapore Entry Ticket with Voucher: $72
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour (Double): $86
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour(Single): $62
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $11
- Johor Day Tour - Ostrich Farm, Beach, Waterfall, Fireflies [Car]: $281
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Johor Bahru $5.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Antalya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antalya:
- Antalya's Pub Crawl with Local Guide: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Johor Bahru, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Johor Bahru?
Johor Bahru has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Johor Bahru, 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.