Which place is cheaper, Kuala Lumpur or Diyarbakir?
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 Diyarbakir or Kuala Lumpur?
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 Diyarbakir and Kuala Lumpur. 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: Diyarbakir or Kuala Lumpur?
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, often referred to as KL, is the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia. It is also the largest city in the country, having grown out of a small Chinese mining village. Today Kuala Lumpur is a microcosm of the country of Malaysia. The population is split between the Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures which you can see reflected in the city's neighborhoods, cuisine, and entertainment. It's also a fairly affordable city by global standards, even if you're looking for the comforts of a five star hotel or a luxury restaurant. Prices are almost always a fraction of what you would pay in Europe or the United States.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Malaysia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Malaysia.
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Diyarbakir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $91Kuala Lumpur $84
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $91, while the average daily cost in Kuala Lumpur is $84. 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 Diyarbakir and Kuala Lumpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $53Kuala Lumpur $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $106Kuala Lumpur $84
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Kuala Lumpur
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Kuala Lumpur? 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: Kuala Lumpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $21Kuala Lumpur $7.33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kuala Lumpur are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$3.63
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Metro Ride (for Two)$0.77
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Short Taxi Ride$3.63
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Taxi From Airport$22
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Bus from Airport$1.93
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Train & Boat to Pulau Ketam$2.90
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Train to Airport$1.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kuala Lumpur
Also for Kuala Lumpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ~Chauffeur: Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan Transfer [Van]: $76
- ~Chauffeur: Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan Transfer [MPV]: $267
- i-City Shah Alam Theme Park Adventure with Return Transfer: $62
- Welcome to City Highlights & Arrival Transfer: $62
- VIP Transfer by Mercedes Benz : Airport to Kuala Lumpur Hotel: $96
- Transfer: Kuala Lumpur Airport (KLIA/KLIA2 : Arrival/Departure): $150
- Transfer To Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort: $30
- Sunway Lagoon: Ticket with Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $99
- Sunway Lagoon: Admission Ticket & 2-Way Transfer: $72
- Sunway Lagoon Theme Park with Round-Trip Transfer: $94
- Sunway Lagoon Theme Park to Kuala Lumpur Hotels Transfer: $17
- Sunway Lagoon Theme Park 2-Way Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Kuala Lumpur?
Prices for flights to both Kuala Lumpur and Diyarbakir 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 dayDiyarbakir $24Kuala Lumpur $29
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.13
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Lunch for Two$0.41
Typical Food Prices in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Ding Tai Fung$9.67
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Roti Bread$0.24
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Food Court Lunch$3.48
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Dinner at Indian Restaurant (for Two)$5.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- From Batu Caves Night Tour + Indian Set Dinner: $28
- Nightlife Street Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $41
- Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC): $50
- Sambal Street Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $52
- Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 12+ Authentic Dishes & Local Secrets: $54
- Sambal Streets Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $55
- Malaysia Cooking Class With Local (Hands-On!): $60
- Kuala Lumpur Food Tour: $60
- 'Kelip Kelip' Fireflies & Batu Caves Tour include Seafood Dinner & Boat Ride: $65
- Firefly Tour en-route Batu Caves Include Dinner + Boat-Ride: $65
- Kuala Lumpur Best Food Tour With A Guide: $65
- Private Kuala Lumpur Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $14Kuala Lumpur $15
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $297
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Kuala Lumpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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KL Tower Admission (for Two)$11
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Canopy Walk at FRIM Forest Reserve$1.21
Tours and Activities in Kuala Lumpur
For Kuala Lumpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- (Base On Per Vehicle Price) Private Kuala Lumpur KL City Tour: $185
- (Private) Genting Tour & Batu Caves With 2 Way Cable Car Ride: $65
- *12 Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Port Dickson w' Tour Guide: $95
- *14 Hrs Melaka Ultimate Van Tour from Port Dickson w' Tour Guide: $83
- *15 Hrs Melaka Exclusive Van Tour from Bentong w' Tour Guide: $95
- *17HrsKualaLumpur&Melaka Van Tour frm Fraser's Hill w' Tour Guide: $142
- 1 Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour (Private) {23 Attractions}: $68
- 1-Day Jungle Thrill in Taman Negara Tour from KL: $125
- 13 Attractions Half-Day Kuala Lumpur SIC City Tour - (Self-Guided): $19
- 14 Attractions Full-Day Malacca Historical Tour: $67
- 14 Attractions Full-Day Putrajaya City Tour: $68
- 15 Hrs Melaka Exclusive Escorted Van Tour from Kuala Lumpur: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $12Kuala Lumpur $6.69
Typical Alcohol Prices in Kuala Lumpur
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Kuala Lumpur are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$11
When comparing the travel costs between Diyarbakir and Kuala Lumpur, we can see that Diyarbakir is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Diyarbakir is in Europe and Kuala Lumpur is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Kuala Lumpur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Diyarbakir. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Kuala Lumpur, 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.