Which place is cheaper, Moscow or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Moscow?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Moscow? 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 Moscow?
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.
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Turkey, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $147Moscow $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Moscow is $62. 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 Moscow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $55Moscow $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $110Moscow $78
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Moscow
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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 $110Moscow $6.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- olympos cable car with transfer from antalya: $87
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Antalya: $250
- Turkey Antalya Airport Transfer Service VIP Transfer AYT: $46
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $73
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $84
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $80
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $90
- Tazi Canyon & Rafting tour with BBQ Lunch & Transfer from Antalya: $57
- Suluada Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer (Belek,Antalya,Kemer): $14
- Side Land of Legend Night Show Transfer (Turkish Disneyland): $24
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Umban Sari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $50
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Tengah to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tanah Datar to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Tampan to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Sri Meranti to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $64
- Private Transfer from Solok to Padang Airport (PDG): $133
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru City to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Wonorejo: $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tangkerang Labuai: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sri Meranti: $67
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Simpang Tiga: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Moscow?
Prices for flights to both Moscow 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 $25Moscow $14
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
- Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $72
- Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $103
- Pamukkale tour w. Entrance, Lunch, Dinner & Transfer from Antalya: $119
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $46Moscow $16
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch Included: $60
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $52
- !!!All inclusive Antalya city tour: $66
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya With Cave Hotel Overnight: $60
- 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
- 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
- 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $15
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $25
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $120
- 9 hours Antalya Canyoning and Rafting Tours: $43
- A Walking Adventure in Antalya: $174
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up : $64
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $20Moscow $7.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Moscow, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Moscow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Moscow?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Moscow, 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 Moscow?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Antalya or Moscow in the Summer?
Both Moscow 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.
In the summer, Antalya is a little warmer than Moscow. Typically, the summer temperatures in Antalya in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Moscow averages at about 19°C (67°F).
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Moscow. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Moscow 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Moscow in the Autumn?
Both Moscow 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.
In October, Antalya is generally much warmer than Moscow. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 21°C (69°F), and Moscow fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Antalya usually gets more rain in October than Moscow. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Moscow 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Moscow in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Moscow. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Moscow. Antalya is much warmer than Moscow in the winter. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 11°C (51°F) in January, and Moscow fluctuates around -8°C (17°F).
Antalya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Moscow. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Moscow -8°C (17°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Moscow in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Moscow. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Antalya is much warmer than Moscow. Typically, the spring temperatures in Antalya in April average around 16°C (62°F), and Moscow averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Antalya usually gets more rain in April than Moscow. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Moscow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Moscow and Antalya
| Antalya | Moscow | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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