Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Ottawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Ottawa? 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 Ottawa?
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.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $147Ottawa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is $123. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $55Ottawa $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $110Ottawa $36
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Ottawa? 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 and Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $110Ottawa $7.27
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: $88
- fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $77
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya HTL-APT (AYT): $35
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $74
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $85
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $81
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
- The Land of Legends at Night w/Boat Parade Inl. Transfer f/Side: $35
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Side: $141
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $91
- Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Antalya: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Ottawa Airport (YOW) to Ottawa City: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer in Ottawa Airport : $52
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa 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 $25Ottawa $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $46Ottawa $40
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya City Tour: $66
- Full Day Tour in Altınbeşik Cave and Ürünlü : $60
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $53
- Tour of waterfall (unıque): $71
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $49
- 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: $21
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour : $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $29
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $121
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up : $65
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour: $59
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour: $82
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with River Cruise: $133
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise: $85
- City Beers: Bus Tour of Ottawa Breweries: $75
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.69
- Full Day Montreal and Cruise Tour from Ottawa: $115
- Gems and Surprises – Ottawa Walking Tour: $186
- Helicopter Private Tour Over Ottawa 70KM in 20 min : $151
- Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour: $25
- Ottawa Boat Cruise - Paul's Boat Line: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $20Ottawa $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Ottawa, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Ottawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Ottawa is in North 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 Ottawa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ottawa 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 Ottawa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Ottawa?
Ottawa has a larger population, and is about 7% larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
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 Ottawa in the Summer?
Both Ottawa and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Antalya is a little warmer than Ottawa in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Ottawa fluctuates around 21°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Ottawa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Ottawa during summer. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Ottawa in the Autumn?
Both Ottawa and Antalya during the autumn are popular places to visit. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
In the autumn, Antalya is much warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Ottawa averages at about 9°C (48°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. In the autumn, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Ottawa. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Ottawa. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Ottawa in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Ottawa. Many travelers come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Ottawa can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Antalya is generally much warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Ottawa during winter. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun in the winter.
Antalya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Ottawa. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Ottawa in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Ottawa. Many visitors come to Antalya in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Antalya is much warmer than Ottawa in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Ottawa fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the spring, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Ottawa. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets less rain in April than Ottawa. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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