Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dubai and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Ever wonder what it would be like to see the lifestyles of the rich and famous up close. There's no more upscale destination than Dubai. It's by far and away the spot for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining and the most luxurious of luxury. As the most modern and progressive of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, this area has experienced an unbelievable economic boom and tourism spike. It's a desert city with an amazing infrastructure.
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Dubai and Olympos in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Olympos? 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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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:
Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Dubai 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.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubai:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Olympos, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Dubai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubai than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubai Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
Olympos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dubai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Olympos and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Dubai. In the summer, Dubai is a little warmer than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
In July, Dubai usually receives more rain than Olympos. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Dubai is June to August.
Both Olympos and Dubai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Dubai usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Olympos. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round.
Dubai is much warmer than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In January, Dubai usually receives more rain than Olympos. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. Also, January to March is the rainy season in Dubai.
The spring brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Olympos. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Dubai is much warmer than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
Dubai usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season.
Dubai | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |