Which place is cheaper, Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Sihanoukville? 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 Sihanoukville?
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.
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia.
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Antalya Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $117Sihanoukville $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $117, while the average daily cost in Sihanoukville is $65. 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 Sihanoukville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $39Sihanoukville $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $78Sihanoukville $46
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Sihanoukville
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Sihanoukville? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $78Sihanoukville $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center: $525
- Adana Airport Transfer Private and Comfortable: $57
- Adana Airport Transfers to Mersin Hotels: $124
- Adana Airport Transfers to Yumurtalik Hotels: $112
- Airport Private Transfer Services in Antalya Alanya: $47
- Airport Private Transfer from Antalya to Side/Belek/Kundu: $71
- Alanya Jeep Safari Tour : Off-Road with Barbecue Lunch & Transfer: $19
- Alanya Paragliding and City Tour with Round Transfer from Antalya: $142
- Alanya VIP Transfer: $153
- Alanya, Side To Land of Legends Theme Park Ticket & Transfer: $81
- Alanya/Mahmutlar: Private Transfer to/from Antalya Airport: $93
- Alanya: Off-Road Quad Safari Adventure with Hotel Transfers: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
- Private Taxi Transfer to Kampot: $224
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Private taxi transfer from Sihanoukville to Battambang: $290
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Private Transfer : Phnom Penh ↔ Sihanouk Ville: $105
- Private Taxi Transfer Sihanoukville - Battambang Car - Mini-Van: $107
- Private Taxi Transfer From Kampot - Phnom Penh City: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Sihanoukville?
Prices for flights to both Sihanoukville 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 $31Sihanoukville $32
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
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $79
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
- Sihanoukville - Khmer Traditional Cooking Class: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $32Sihanoukville $5.39
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.12
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.49
- TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.90
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Antalya : Guided Old City Tour w/Cable Car&Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $12
- Antalya /Belek / Lara : Waterfall Boat Tour w/Lunch & Soft Drinks: $12
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best Sihanoukville Day Tours from Cruise Port: $79
- Best of Kep, Kampot from Sihanoukville Cruise Port: $259
- Best of Sihanoukville City Tour from Cruise Port: $75
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Day Trip from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh for Cruise Passengers: $189
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Exploring Bokor National Park Full-Day Tour from Sihanoukville: $99
- Exploring Kampot: A Memorable Tour from Sihanoukville: $63
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- From Phnom Penh Day Trip for Cruise Ship Guests: $189
- Full Day City Tour with A Boat Trip to 2 Islands: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Sihanoukville $4.43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Sihanoukville, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Sihanoukville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Sihanoukville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Sihanoukville?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Sihanoukville. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Sihanoukville, 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.