A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antalya vs. Novi Sad for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antalya or Novi Sad?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Antalya or Novi Sad? 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 Novi Sad?

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.

Novi Sad

Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.


Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Antalya?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is $20. 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 Novi Sad in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $55
    Novi Sad $11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $110
    Novi Sad $22
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Novi Sad

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Novi Sad? 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.

Hotels in Antalya


Hotels in Novi Sad


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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 Novi Sad Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $110
    Novi Sad -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Land of Legends Transfer and Boat Parade Show: $8.98
  • Antalya airport Belek shuttle transfer: $9.61
  • Pamukkale Day Trip From Antalya With Lunch & Transfer : $14
  • Antalya Airport - Antalya City Hotels Private Transfers (Lara, Kundu, Old Town): $15
  • Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Antalya hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $16
  • Antalya to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
  • Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Belek hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $19
  • Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya hotel - Arrival Private Transfer: $19
  • Antalya Family Rafting Adventure w/ Free Hotel Transfer: $20
  • Antalya Land of Legend Night Show Transfer w/Boat Parade Show: $20
  • Antalya Scuba Diving With Lunch, Transfer: $20
  • Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Novi Sad

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:

  • Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $287
  • Belgrade airport transfers: $30
  • Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Novi Sad?

Prices for flights to both Novi Sad 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 day
    Antalya $25
    Novi Sad $8.20

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: $73
  • Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $104

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $46
    Novi Sad -

Tours and Activities in Antalya

For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Antalya Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $3.21
  • Bazaar Self-Guided Smartphone App Tour: $6.00
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
  • Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $11
  • Sulu Island and Adrasan Bay: Boat Tour with Lunch: $13
  • Full-Day Private Rafting Adventure in Karabük Türkiye: $13
  • Spa and Skin Care Experience with Massage and Drink: $14

Tours and Activities in Novi Sad

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:

  • From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $321
  • Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $171
  • Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
  • Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $254
  • Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
  • 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $770
  • City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $512
  • Private Customized Tour with a car: $209
  • Private Romantic Tour: $513
  • The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $20
    Novi Sad -

Sample the Local Flavors in Novi Sad

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:

  • From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
  • From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $185


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Novi Sad, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Novi Sad.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antalya or Novi Sad?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Novi Sad. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Novi Sad, 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 Novi Sad?

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 Novi Sad in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Novi Sad. Many visitors come to Antalya in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Antalya is a little warmer than Novi Sad in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Novi Sad. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the summer, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Novi Sad. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 285 hours of full sun.

Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Novi Sad. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Antalya 28°C (83°F) 
    Novi Sad 22°C (71°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Novi Sad in the Autumn?

Both Novi Sad and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Antalya for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Antalya is much warmer than Novi Sad. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Novi Sad averages at about 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Novi Sad during autumn. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 168 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Antalya usually receives more rain than Novi Sad. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Antalya 21°C (69°F) 
    Novi Sad 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Novi Sad in the Winter?

Both Novi Sad and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Antalya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

It's quite cold in Novi Sad in the winter. In January, Antalya is generally much warmer than Novi Sad. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Novi Sad fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).

In the winter, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Novi Sad. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 71 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Novi Sad. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Antalya 11°C (51°F) 
    Novi Sad -0°C (31°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Novi Sad in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Novi Sad. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.

Antalya is a little warmer than Novi Sad in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Novi Sad during spring. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Antalya usually receives around the same amount of rain as Novi Sad. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Antalya 16°C (62°F) 
    Novi Sad 12°C (54°F)

Typical Weather for Novi Sad and Antalya

Antalya Novi Sad
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (51°F) 239 mm (9.4 in) -0°C (31°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 196 mm (7.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Mar 13°C (56°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 16°C (62°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
May 20°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 83 mm (3.2 in)
Jul 28°C (83°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (71°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 28°C (83°F) 1 mm (0 in) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Oct 21°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 13°C (55°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in) 7°C (44°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 227 mm (8.9 in) 2°C (35°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)