A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Adeje for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Adeje?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Adeje? 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: Fethiye or Adeje?

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.

Adeje

If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Adeje or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Adeje is $186. 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 Fethiye and Adeje in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Adeje $93
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Adeje $186
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Adeje

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Adeje? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Adeje


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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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Adeje Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Adeje $69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Tandem Paragliding Over The Blue Lagoon in Fethiye From Kas Inc.Transfer: $300
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $47
  • 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 Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $60
  • Oludeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $76
  • Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $53
  • Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
  • From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
  • From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Adeje?

Prices for flights to both Adeje and Fethiye 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $35
    Adeje $53
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Adeje $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $7.42
  • 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: $221
  • 2-Day tour Ephesus and Pamukkale from Fethiye : $163
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
  • Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $218
  • 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 Horse Riding Experience: $38
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28

Tours and Activities in Adeje

For Adeje, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $102
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Ifonche Flight Experience: $139
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Performance Flight Experience: $160

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Adeje $8.80


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje 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 Fethiye Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Adeje?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 80% larger than the population of Adeje. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Adeje, 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 Fethiye or Adeje?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Fethiye or Adeje in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Adeje.

In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Adeje. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Adeje averages at about 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Adeje. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Adeje 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Adeje in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Adeje.

In October, Fethiye is generally cooler than Adeje. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Adeje fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 200 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets more rain in October than Adeje. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Adeje 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Adeje in the Winter?

Both Adeje and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Fethiye is much colder than Adeje in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Adeje fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Adeje during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Adeje. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Adeje 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Adeje in the Spring?

Both Adeje and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit.

In the spring, Fethiye is cooler than Adeje. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Adeje averages at about 19°C (66°F).

In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 205 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets more rain in April than Adeje. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Adeje 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Adeje and Fethiye

Fethiye Adeje
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 18°C (64°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 19°C (66°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 19°C (66°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 21°C (70°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 23°C (73°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 21°C (70°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 19°C (66°F) 75 mm (3 in)