Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Fethiye?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Fethiye? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Eilat or Fethiye?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $140Fethiye $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $140, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $109. 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 Eilat and Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $93Fethiye $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $186Fethiye $96
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Fethiye
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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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Fethiye $34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfers: From D-Maris Bay to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $60
- Oludeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $77
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $59
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Fethiye $35
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.22
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Soda$0.09
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Fethiye $38
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $65
- Full Day Petra Tour from Eilat: $289
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- Park Timna: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Petra 2-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Authentic Lunch: $290
- Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Eilat: $299
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$7.42
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.17
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $63
- Ölüdeniz: Pirate Boat Cruise with Swim Stops and Lunch: $48
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $41
- 2-Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Cultural Tour from Fethiye: $222
- 2-Day tour Ephesus and Pamukkale from Fethiye : $165
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $219
- Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $54
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $60
- Dalyan River Cruise by Boat with Lunch and Sea Turtles Watching: $54
- Ephesus and Pamukkale 2 Day tour from Fethiye: $191
- Fethiye Adventures ATV Quad Bike Safari: $63
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Fethiye $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Fethiye, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Fethiye 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 Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Fethiye.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Fethiye?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Fethiye, 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 Eilat or Fethiye?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Eilat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Eilat or Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Fethiye. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round.
The heat can be very extreme in Eilat. In the summer, Eilat is a little warmer than Fethiye. Typically, the summer temperatures in Eilat in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Fethiye averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Eilat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Eilat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye during summer. Eilat gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Fethiye. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Eilat is generally a little warmer than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 26°C (79°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Eilat this time of the year. In the autumn, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Fethiye. Eilat gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun.
Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Fethiye. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year.
Eilat is a little warmer than Fethiye in the winter. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Fethiye fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Eilat. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Fethiye during winter. Eilat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Eilat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Eilat is a little warmer than Fethiye. Typically, the spring temperatures in Eilat in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Fethiye averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Eilat. In the spring, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Fethiye. Eilat gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun.
Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Fethiye. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Eilat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 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.