Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Kiev?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Kiev? 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 Kiev?
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.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Antalya, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $139Kiev $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $139, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $24. 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 Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $52Kiev $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $104Kiev $32
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Kiev? 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 $104Kiev $0.98
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: $10
- Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Antalya hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $17
- Antalya Land of Legend Night Show Transfer w/Boat Parade Show: $17
- The Land of Legends Night Show Transfer From Antalya: $17
- Belek Antalya Pirate Boat Trip ,Lunch, Drinks & Transfer: $18
- Antalya Family Rafting Adventure w/ Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $21
- Private Departure Transfer: Old City,Antalya,Konyaalti Hotels to Antalya Airport: $21
- Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Kemer hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Side hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Antalya Pirate Boat Tour with Lunch and Roundtrip Transfer: $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Zhyliany Airport Kyiv: Private Arrival or Departure Transfer from Kiev: $31
- VIP Airport Transfer Service in Kiev: $44
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $36
- Private Departure Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany from Kyiv Hotel: $30
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $31
- Luxury Arrival Transfer From Kyiv International Airport Zhuliany(IEV): $80
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $56
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $62
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $62
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev 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 $24Kiev $6.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Ukrainian cooking master class − the tastiest master class in Kyiv: $103
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $44Kiev $1.95
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: $4.17
- Antalya Sightseeing City Tour with Cable Car and Boat Trip: $5.00
- Antalya City Tour Full-Day Boat Tour Cable Car and Waterfall Peerless&Excellent: $7.80
- City Tour, Waterfalls, and Boat Tour with Lunch: $9.18
- Antalya Full Day City Tour - With Waterfalls and Cable Car: $11
- Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Boat Tour with Lunch: $13
- City Tour with Waterfall, Lunch and Optional Extras: $16
- Sightseeing Cruise from Old Town Harbor: $17
- White Water Rafting Tour from Antalya: $17
- Full Day Antalya City Tour with Waterfall and Cable Car: $17
- From Side Land of Legends Night Shows Tour With Boat Parade: $17
- From Full-Day Boat Tour with Lunch and Foam Party: $18
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- The best sights of Kiev in 3 hours. Private tour by car: $87
- "Kiev Private Nightlife Tour" - Visit Secret Bars & Party with Locals: $53
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $40
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Hour Kiev Street Art Private Tour: $54
- 3-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour of Kiev: $200
- BBQ tour - absolutely like a local experience in (or outside) Kyiv!: $179
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $100
- Chernobyl HBO full-day tour − filming locations and real experience: $192
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $110
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $29
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $19Kiev $6.11
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Bar Crawl - Private Nightlife Tour: $50
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Kiev, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Kiev, 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 Kiev?
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 Kiev in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Kiev. The beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
Antalya is a little warmer than Kiev in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Kiev fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Kiev. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Kiev 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Kiev in the Autumn?
Both Kiev and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Antalya for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Antalya is much warmer than Kiev. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Kiev averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In October, Antalya usually receives more rain than Kiev. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Kiev 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Kiev in the Winter?
Both Kiev and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Antalya in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Kiev can be very cold during winter. In January, Antalya is generally much warmer than Kiev. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Kiev fluctuates around -4°C (24°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Kiev. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Kiev -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Kiev in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Kiev. Most visitors come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
Antalya is much warmer than Kiev in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Kiev fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In April, Antalya usually receives around the same amount of rain as Kiev. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Kiev 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Kiev and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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