Which place is cheaper, Lisbon 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 Lisbon?
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 Lisbon. 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 Lisbon?
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.
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal.
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Diyarbakir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $85Lisbon $188
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $85, while the average daily cost in Lisbon is $188. 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 Lisbon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $50Lisbon $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $100Lisbon $142
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Lisbon
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Lisbon? 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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices and Lisbon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $20Lisbon $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Diyarbakir
Also for Diyarbakir, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Diyarbakir Airport Transfer Meet Transfer: $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride$7.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- sintra private luxury transfer to or from lisbon airport: $155
- Transfers from/to Lisbon Airport to: Fátima / Nazaré / Alcobaça..: $273
- Transfers from Lisbon airport and to Lisbon Airport: $171
- Transfers and Tours safely and comfortably aboard a Tesla M3: $40
- Transfers - Lisbon Centre - > Lisbon Airport: $57
- Transfer to Fátima from Lisbon: $275
- Transfer to Fátima from Lisbon: $262
- Transfer saida Lisboa - Sesimbra ou Setúbal ou Palmela: $57
- Transfer saida Lisboa - Cascais ou Sintra ou Costa da Caparica: $43
- Transfer from Lisbon to Fatima: $139
- Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Lisbon: $63
- Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Cascais: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Lisbon?
Prices for flights to both Lisbon 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 $22Lisbon $82
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.12
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Lunch for Two$0.38
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee$2.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lisbon Luxury Cruise Experience with Sangria & Pizza: $30
- Lisbon Sunset Luxury Boat Vibes with Drinks & Pizza: $30
- Lisbon Luxury Cozy Cruise with Drinks & Pizza: $30
- Lisbon Night Luxury Boat Vibes with Drinks & Pizza: $30
- 1 Hour Wine Tasting Apéritif Before Dinner: $33
- Lisbon Pizza & Sangria Escape on a Cozy Boat Cruise: $34
- Lisbon Night Cozy Boat Cruise with Open Bar & Pizza: $34
- Lisbon Night Party Cruise with DJ, Pizza & Drinks: $46
- Castle Skip-the-Line & Old Town (add-on Fado Dinner): $62
- Lisbon Fado Experience: Walking Tour, Dinner and Live Music Show: $63
- Mesa de Frades Dinner in Lisbon Fado Show Portuguese Live Music: $68
- Lisbon Food Tour with 10+ Tastings of Local Delicacies & Wines: $74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $14Lisbon $27
Tours and Activities in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Évora & Monsaraz Private Tour from Lisbon: $276
- Évora & Monsaraz: Alentejo Traditions Private Tour from Lisbon: $273
- Évora - Full day Private Guided tour from Lisbon by minivan: $248
- Évora Day Trip from Private Tour with Chapel of Bones: $258
- Évora Private Tour: $257
- Évora Private Tour - Cork & Roman Legacy: $262
- Évora Tour: $171
- Évora Tour: $285
- Évora and Alentejo Private Wine & Cork Tour From Lisbon: $227
- Évora with Wine Experience: Beyond the Tejo River: $271
- Óbidos Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.70
- Óbidos Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $11Lisbon $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $23
- Halloween Haunts: Lisbon Pub Crawl Experience: $23
- Lisbon Wild Pub Crawl: $23
- Private Pub Crawl in Lisbon: $23
- Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif at Portuguese Wine Bar: $27
- Port Wine Tasting Experience in Lisbon: $29
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $34
- A Taste of Wine Tasting Experience: $40
- Carcavelos Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting: $51
- Wine tasting at Quinta das Murgas: $63
- Lisbon Wine Tasting & Pub Crawl Experience: $68
- Wine Tasting and Culture: $72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Lisbon, we can see that Lisbon is more expensive. And not only is Diyarbakir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Diyarbakir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Diyarbakir 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 Lisbon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisbon than you might in Diyarbakir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Lisbon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Lisbon?
Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 25% larger than the population of Lisbon. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Lisbon, 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.