Which place is cheaper, Izmir or Corinth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Corinth or Izmir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corinth or Izmir, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Corinth or Izmir?
Corinth
One of the oldest towns in Peloponnese, Corinth is a port city with a population of about 58,000. The area is thought to have been inhabited since at least 6000BC. In the main part of the city, "new" Corinth, there is little left to remind you of the city's rich history. Much of this area has been destroyed by earthquake. Most of the interesting archeological sights are found in "old" Corinth, a short distance away.
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCorinth €121Izmir €98
The average daily cost (per person) in Corinth is €121, while the average daily cost in Izmir is €98. 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 Corinth and Izmir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCorinth €72Izmir €57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCorinth €144Izmir €114
Compare Hotels in Corinth and Izmir
Looking for a hotel in Corinth or Izmir? 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: Izmir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Corinth €7.14Izmir €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corinth
Also for Corinth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer & Guide in Mycenae and Epidaurus from Nafplio: $273
- Shared Transfer to Mycenae & Epidaurus from Nafplio: $121
- Taxi Transfer from Nafplio - Tolo to Athens Airport - Private up to 4 persons: $219
- Transfer from Corinth-Loutraki-Agioi Theodoroi to Athens-Pireaus-Athens Airport: $219
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- izmir kusadasi transfer: $82
- Vip Airport Transfer: $98
- VIP Private Transfer | Izmir Airport to Kusadasi or Selcuk: $46
- Transfer İzmir Airport to/from Kusadasi City Center Area: $75
- Transfer to Kusadasi from Izmir Airport: $75
- Transfer from Izmir to Fethiye: $153
- Transfer From izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Selcuk Ephesus: $82
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Gümüldür, Seferihisar: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Gümüldür, Seferihisar: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
- Private Transfer: Izmir to Izmir Airport (ADB) : $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Corinth or Izmir?
Prices for flights to both Izmir and Corinth 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 dayCorinth €40Izmir €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Corinth
For Corinth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Savor Nafplio Cooking Class: $126
- Cooking Class OR Demonstration & lunch in Nafplio: $127
- Nafplio Walking Food Tour: $141
- Sustainbable Cooking class, explore a mountainous village: $235
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Corinth €21Izmir €19
Tours and Activities in Corinth
For Corinth, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3D Representations & Audiovisual Self-Guided tour: $7.48
- Mycenae Archaeological Site & Agamemnon Tomb Skip-the-Line Ticket: $8.74
- Hop on Hop Off Nafplio city tour: $8.87
- The Sanctuary of Asclepius: E-ticket with Audio Tour: $15
- Epidaurus: Refundable Ticket for the Temple of Asclepius &Theater: $19
- Nafplio City Tour: $52
- Nafplio Private Tasting Tour: $62
- Ancient Corinth Private Tour from Corinth: $68
- Loutraki Private Tour from Corinth: $76
- Mycenae and Ancient Nemea Private Tour from Corinth: $82
- Ancient Epidaurus Theater and Canal of Corinth Private Tour from Corinth: $82
- Corinthian olive oil tour & tasting experience: $86
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Highlights of Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port : $131
- Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotels: $100
- Small Group Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Hotels: $126
- "Ephesus tours" the "house of virgin mary tours" Tours from KUSADASI CRUİSE PORT: $67
- 1 Day Ephesus And Pamukkale Tour From Izmir By A Local Expert: $300
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour Highlights of Ephesus from Izmir: $169
- 5 Days Seven Churches Tour Turkey: $1,068
- Ancient Pergamon Tour From Izmir: $282
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour from Izmir: $280
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $70
- Biblical Ephesus, Mother Mary House, St John Basilica and Temple of Artemis Tour from Izmir with Private Guide: $272
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $174
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCorinth €16Izmir €8.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Corinth
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Corinth:
- Winery Tour and Organic Fine Wine Tastings: $16
- Corinth Winery Tour and Organic Fine Wine Tastings: $21
- Nemea - Wine Tasting from Nafplion: $175
- Nemea Wine Tour from Athens, Nafplio or Nemea with Oenologists: $178
- Wine tour at the footsteps of Hercules in Nemea from Nafplio: $188
- 2. Wine Tour Nemea: The new wines of Nemea: $216
- Peloponnese Private Tour & Nemea Wine Tour & Ancient Nemea: $674
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $98
- Wine Tour with Metropolis Ancient City: $114
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Mother's Mary House and visit to old village Sirince with wine tasting: $152
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corinth and Izmir, we can see that Corinth is more expensive. And not only is Izmir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Izmir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Izmir 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 Corinth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corinth than you might in Izmir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Corinth Expensive? and Is Izmir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Corinth or Izmir?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Corinth. When comparing the sizes of Corinth and Izmir, 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 Corinth or Izmir?
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 Corinth or Izmir in the Summer?
Both Izmir and Corinth during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Corinth for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Corinth is around the same temperature as Izmir. Typically, the summer temperatures in Corinth in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Izmir averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Corinth. In the summer, Corinth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir. Corinth gets 357 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 378 hours of full sun.
Corinth usually gets more rain in July than Izmir. Corinth gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCorinth 27°C (81°F)Izmir 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Corinth or Izmir in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Corinth and Izmir.
In October, Corinth is generally around the same temperature as Izmir. Daily temperatures in Corinth average around 19°C (67°F), and Izmir fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In Corinth, it's very sunny this time of the year. Corinth usually receives less sunshine than Izmir during autumn. Corinth gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 232 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Corinth usually receives more rain than Izmir. Corinth gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCorinth 19°C (67°F)Izmir 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Corinth or Izmir in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Corinth as well as Izmir. Most visitors come to Corinth for the museums and the cuisine during these months.
Corinth is a little warmer than Izmir in the winter. The daily temperature in Corinth averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Izmir fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In the winter, Corinth often gets more sunshine than Izmir. Corinth gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 131 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Izmir. Corinth usually gets less rain in January than Izmir. Corinth gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCorinth 10°C (51°F)Izmir 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Corinth or Izmir in the Spring?
Both Izmir and Corinth are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Corinth is around the same temperature as Izmir. Typically, the spring temperatures in Corinth in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Izmir averages at about 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Corinth. Corinth usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir during spring. Corinth gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 231 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Corinth usually receives less rain than Izmir. Corinth gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCorinth 16°C (60°F)Izmir 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Izmir and Corinth
| Corinth | Izmir | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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