Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Novi Sad?
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 Novi Sad 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 Novi Sad?
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.
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Novi Sad $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is $20. 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 Novi Sad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Novi Sad $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Novi Sad $22
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Novi Sad
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Novi Sad? 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 and Novi Sad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Novi Sad -
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 Novi Sad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
- Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $287
- Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107
- Belgrade airport transfers: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Novi Sad?
Prices for flights to both Novi Sad 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 $24Novi Sad $8.20
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Novi Sad -
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 Novi Sad
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
- From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $321
- Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $171
- Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
- Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $254
- Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
- 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $770
- City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $512
- Private Customized Tour with a car: $209
- Private Romantic Tour: $513
- The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Novi Sad -
Sample the Local Flavors in Novi Sad
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
- From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
- From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Novi Sad, we can see that Bodrum is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Novi Sad?
Novi Sad has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Novi Sad, 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 Novi Sad?
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 Novi Sad in the Summer?
Both Novi Sad and Bodrum during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Bodrum is a little warmer than Novi Sad. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bodrum in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Novi Sad averages at about 22°C (71°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in July than Novi Sad. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Novi Sad 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Novi Sad in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Novi Sad.
In October, Bodrum is generally a little warmer than Novi Sad. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 19°C (66°F), and Novi Sad fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In October, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Novi Sad. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Novi Sad 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Novi Sad in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Novi Sad.
Novi Sad can get quite cold in the winter. Bodrum is much warmer than Novi Sad in the winter. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Novi Sad fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Bodrum receives a lot of rain in the winter. Bodrum usually gets more rain in January than Novi Sad. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Novi Sad -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Novi Sad in the Spring?
Both Novi Sad and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Bodrum is a little warmer than Novi Sad. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bodrum in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Novi Sad averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In April, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Novi Sad. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Novi Sad 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Novi Sad and Bodrum
| Bodrum | Novi Sad | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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.