Which place is cheaper, Pune 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 Pune?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Pune? 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 Pune?
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.
Pune
Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesPune Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $115Pune $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $115, while the average daily cost in Pune is $52. 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 Pune in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $38Pune $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $76Pune $38
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Pune
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Pune? 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 Pune Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $77Pune $8.52
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: $93
- fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $93
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $438
- VIP Private Transfers from Antalya Airport to Hotel: $51
- VIP Antalya Airport Transfers in City, Belek, Side, Alanya: $35
- VIP Antalya Airport Transfer with Upsun Transfer: $82
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $95
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $107
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $95
- Transfer Land of Legends Tour: $15
- Tazı Canyon & Rafting Full Day with Transfer and Lunch: $29
- Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer from Antalya&Kemer: $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune
Also for Pune, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pune Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle: $50
- Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $40
- Affordable transfer from Pune to Mumbai Airport: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Pune?
Prices for flights to both Pune 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 $31Pune $21
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
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pune
For Pune, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $29
- Coral Island, Promthep Cape & Sunset Dinner with Power Catamaran: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $32Pune $15
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya: $70
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $47
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour: $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $42
- 90-minute Canoe or Sup Experience in Antalya: $71
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up: $45
- ATV Quad Bike Safari Tour in Antalya, Alanya, Belek, Side & Kemer: $41
- Adrasan & Sulu Island Tour: Antalya's Hidden Gems: $66
- Alanya Eagle Tazi Canyon Tour with Rafting: $37
- Alanya, Side, Sunrise Balloon Tour in Pamukkale: $246
- Antalya & Kemer: Megastar Catamaran Cruise With Foam Party: $41
- Antalya / Belek : Horse Riding Experience Forest & Beach: $35
Tours and Activities in Pune
For Pune, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4-Hour Tour: Pune University Complex Cycling Private Tour: $139
- Best of Pune Private City Tour with Lunch and Transport: $120
- Day Trip to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour from Pune): $132
- Food Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Walk): $22
- Food walking tour in Pune to stimulate your taste buds: $50
- From 3-Day Guided Tour of Ajanta, Ellora & Aurangabad City: $125
- Full Day Cultural & Heritage Pune City Tour in Private Vehicle: $64
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Pune: $36
- Guided Highlights of Pune Car Tour with a local (4 Hrs Sightseeing in AC Car): $77
- Immersive culture tour of Pune by private car with guide and local lunch: $117
- Immersive walking tour in Pune for cultural immersion with guide: $55
- Khadakwasla Dam, Sinhagad Fort Tour by Car: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Pune $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Pune, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Pune much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Pune is in Asia, 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 Pune would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pune 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 Pune.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Pune Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Pune?
Pune has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Pune, 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.