Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Kiev?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Kiev can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Kiev?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Kiev $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $26. 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 Bodrum and Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Kiev $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Kiev $34
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Kiev? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Kiev $1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bodrum to Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) - Departure Private Transfer: $19
- İzmir Airport - Kuşadası / İzmir Center : Private Transfer: $24
- Bodrum to Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) - Departure Private Transfer: $25
- Boat Cruise with Lunch and Optional Hotel Transfer: $27
- From Ferry Transfer to Kos: $27
- Turkish Bath and Spa Expereince with Hotel Transfers: $30
- From Private Village Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $34
- Bodrum Traditional Turkish Bath Experience With Hotel Transfer: $35
- Independent Day Trip to Kos Island from Bodrum with Transfers: $36
- Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) to Bodrum Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- From Kos: A day ride to Bodrum with comfortable transfer: $39
- Bodrum Quad Safari Tour With Free Hotel Transfer By Locals: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Strategic Missile Forces Base: Round-Trip Transfer from Kyiv& Museum Guided Tour: $145
- Luxury Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $24Kiev $7.23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $44
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $104
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $125
- Bodrum Market Visit and Cooking Class: $128
- Bodrum Vineyard Tour with Dinner and Wine Pairing: $128
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $131
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $174
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $221
- Shore Excursions - Istanbul by Night: Turkish Food Tour: $252
- Private Vineyard Tour with Dinner Under the Stars in Karnas: $291
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $320
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $368
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Ukrainian cooking master class − the tastiest master class in Kyiv: $103
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $112
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Kiev $2.03
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Muğla: Quick Tour, Essentials of Muğla: $6.00
- Daily Boat Tour (Orak Island) around Bodrum and Black Island Coves : $19
- Beaches and Islands Boat Tour with Lunch: $20
- Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch: $24
- Orakadasi Boat Tour From Bodrum (Maldives of Turkey) With Lunch: $25
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Village Tour with Group: $26
- Blue cruise around Bodrum bays: $28
- Black Island Boat Tour with Lunch: $30
- Turkish Bath Experience: $31
- Boat Tour for Mein Schiff Cruise Passengers: $32
- Half Day Guided Knidos Ancient City Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- "Kiev Private 6 Hour Food, History & Nightlife Tour": $92
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $56
- 2 Hours Kyiv Street Art Tour : $32
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train: $224
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Day Small-Group Highlights Tour of Kyiv: $279
- Adventure City Center Tour : $120
- Best Kyiv Architecture tour, city from a height: $70
- Borodyanka, Bucha, Irpin, Banksy & More Graffiti Tour: $180
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $97
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $107
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Kiev $6.37
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Bar Crawl - Private Nightlife Tour: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Kiev, we can see that Bodrum is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Bodrum would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bodrum than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Kiev, 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 Bodrum or Kiev?
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 Bodrum or Kiev in the Summer?
Both Kiev and Bodrum during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Bodrum is a little warmer than Kiev. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bodrum in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Kiev averages at about 21°C (70°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in July than Kiev. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Kiev 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Kiev in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Kiev.
In October, Bodrum is generally much warmer than Kiev. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 19°C (66°F), and Kiev fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In October, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Kiev. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Kiev 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Kiev in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Kiev.
It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. Bodrum is much warmer than Kiev in the winter. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Kiev fluctuates around -4°C (24°F).
Bodrum receives a lot of rain in the winter. Bodrum usually gets more rain in January than Kiev. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Kiev -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Kiev in the Spring?
Both Kiev and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Bodrum is a little warmer than Kiev. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bodrum in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Kiev averages at about 10°C (51°F).
In April, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Kiev. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Kiev 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Kiev and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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