Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Fethiye?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Fethiye. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Fethiye?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Fethiye $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $109. 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 Beirut and Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Fethiye $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Fethiye $96
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Fethiye? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Fethiye $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfers: From D-Maris Bay to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $60
- Oludeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $77
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $59
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $0.71Fethiye $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.22
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Soda$0.09
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Fethiye $38
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Lebanon Holiday Tour Package: $250
- 3 Hours ATV Rental Guided Tour in Nature: $130
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $250
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- ATV (2 Seat) Half Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $120
- All in 1 Lebanon Local Multi day Tour, 3 days: $289
- Baalbek Tour: $111
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Group Tour: $95
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Jeita Grotto and Byblos Tour: $170
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$7.42
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.17
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $63
- Ölüdeniz: Pirate Boat Cruise with Swim Stops and Lunch: $48
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $41
- 2-Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Cultural Tour from Fethiye: $222
- 2-Day tour Ephesus and Pamukkale from Fethiye : $165
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $219
- Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $54
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $60
- Dalyan River Cruise by Boat with Lunch and Sea Turtles Watching: $54
- Ephesus and Pamukkale 2 Day tour from Fethiye: $191
- Fethiye Adventures ATV Quad Bike Safari: $63
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Fethiye $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $103
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Fethiye, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Fethiye is in Europe, 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Fethiye would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fethiye than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Fethiye?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Fethiye, 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 Beirut or Fethiye?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beirut or Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Fethiye. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut usually receives around the same amount of rain as Fethiye. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Fethiye. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Beirut is a little warmer than Fethiye in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Fethiye fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in October than Fethiye. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year.
In the winter, Beirut is a little warmer than Fethiye. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Fethiye averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Fethiye. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Beirut during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Fethiye. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in April than Fethiye. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Beirut
| Beirut | Fethiye | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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