Which place is cheaper, Kiev 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 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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.
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Antalya Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $130Kiev $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $130, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $29. 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 $43Kiev $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $86Kiev $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 $86Kiev $0.98
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: $8.60
- Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
- Land of Legends Night Show in Antalya – Round Transfer Included: $14
- 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
- Antalya Waterfall Boat Tour With Lunch & Soft Drinks & Transfer: $16
- Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
- Antalya Scuba Diving With Transfer From Belek,Lara,Kemer Hotels: $18
- Kemer/Belek/Lara: Turkish Bath & Massage with Hotel Transfer: $21
- Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $22
- Private Arrival Transfer: Antalya Airport to Lara and Kundu Hotels: $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Zhyliany Airport Kyiv: Private Arrival or Departure Transfer from Kiev: $33
- Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
- Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Zhulyany International Airport: $54
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $38
- Private Departure Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany from Kyiv Hotel: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Private Arrival Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany to Kiev hotel: $38
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $66
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $66
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 $35Kiev $12
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
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $80
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $122
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $36Kiev $1.94
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $11
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $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
- Antalya Old Town Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights : $15
- Boat Cruise with Lunch, Foam Party, and DJ: $15
- Full-Day Rafting Tour with Lunch and Transportation: $17
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $85
- 2 hours Private Walking Tour in Ancient Kiev: $45
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $95
- BBQ tour - absolutely like a local experience in (or outside) Kyiv!: $190
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $31
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $179
- Full Day Kiev Private Tour: $82
- Full day group tour to Chernobyl and Prypiat: $111
- Highlights of Different Religions in Kyiv Private Tour: $61
- Jewish History of Kyiv including Babi Yar Memorial Private Tour: $60
- Jewish Kiev Tour - private tour: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $16Kiev $6.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $76
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
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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