Which place is cheaper, La Ceiba or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Antalya or La Ceiba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or La Ceiba? 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 La Ceiba?
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.
La Ceiba
La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras, situated on the north Caribbean coast. The city has a population of about a quarter million people. Many people who visit this city do so before heading into Pico Bonito National Park. It hasn't had the best infrastructure for tourists in the past but is developing fast. It is about 200 kilometers from San Pedro Sula, another large city in Honduras.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
-
Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesLa Ceiba Prices
Honduras Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $108La Ceiba $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $108, while the average daily cost in La Ceiba is $72. 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 La Ceiba in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $36La Ceiba $22
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $72La Ceiba $44
Compare Hotels in Antalya and La Ceiba
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or La Ceiba? 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 La Ceiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $72La Ceiba $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Private Transfer from Antalya Airport: $0.62
- Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfers: $0.86
- Antalya Old Town City Tour w/Transfer & Lunch: $4.61
- Land of Legends Night Theme Park Transfers from Antalya: $6.00
- Land Of Legends Night Show Transfer with Optional Private: $7.98
- Antalya Suluada Boat Tour (Turkish Maldives), Lunch & Transfer: $12
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Transfer: $15
- Transfer Land of Legends Tour: $15
- Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $15
- Antalya Land Of Legends Night Show Tour with Transfer: $16
- Antalya Airport Private Transfer to (Kumköy/Alanya/Manavgat): $16
- Antalya / Belek : Quad Safari & Buggy Safari w/Hotel Transfer: $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Ceiba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Ceiba:
- Private Transfer from La Ceiba hotels to Banana Coast Cruise Port: $172
- Private Transfer from Goloson Airport (LCE) to Banana Coast Port: $172
- La Ceiba Private City Transfers / Charter: $200
- From Copan: One Way Shared Transfer to La Ceiba: $29
- Ferry Transfer between La Ceiba and Roatán Island: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or La Ceiba?
Prices for flights to both La Ceiba 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 dayAntalya $29La Ceiba $29
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
- Fire of Anatolia Dance Show and Dinner at Aspendos from Kemer: $63
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $63
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $76
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $76
- Turkish Breakfast Cooking with a Local Mom in Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $90
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $30La Ceiba $20
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover A Self-Guided Tour: $3.41
- Antalya Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.42
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Bath Experience w/Massage: $5.41
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $5.76
- Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Antalya City Tour with Lunch: Old Town, Waterfalls & Cable Car: $10
- City Tours Duden Waterfalls, Old City & Boat Ride: $11
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $11
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $11
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- Antalya : Guided Old City Tour w/Cable Car&Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $11
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $13La Ceiba $4.74
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 La Ceiba, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is La Ceiba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and La Ceiba is in Central America, 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 La Ceiba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is La Ceiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or La Ceiba?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of La Ceiba. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and La Ceiba, 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.