Which place is cheaper, Alexandria or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Alexandria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Alexandria? 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 Alexandria?
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.
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, and The Best Budget Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Alexandria $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Alexandria is $17. 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 Alexandria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Alexandria $7.99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Alexandria $16
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Alexandria
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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 Alexandria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Alexandria $2.49
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:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $71
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $71
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $82
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $75
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $243
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Alexandria Airport to Alexandria - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Alexandria?
Prices for flights to both Alexandria 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
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Food Meals for one dayFethiye $35Alexandria $6.46
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $35
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Alexandria $3.50
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.
- Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $28
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $29
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $38
- Private & Sharing Boat Tours from Fethiye: $38
- Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
- Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour to Alamein and Alexandria: $169
- National Museum and Egyptian museum Private Tour in Egypt: $258
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $16
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $174
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $78
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8 Days Ultra Luxury Cairo, Alexandria & Nile cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $117
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Alexandria $1.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Alexandria, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Alexandria is in Africa, 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 Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Fethiye would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fethiye than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Alexandria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Alexandria?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Alexandria, 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 Alexandria?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Fethiye or Alexandria in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Alexandria. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year.
In July, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Alexandria. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Alexandria fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Fethiye usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Alexandria. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Alexandria receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Alexandria 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alexandria in the Autumn?
Both Alexandria and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Alexandria in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Alexandria fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In October, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Alexandria. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Alexandria receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Alexandria 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alexandria in the Winter?
Both Alexandria and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round.
In the winter, Fethiye is cooler than Alexandria. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Alexandria averages at about 13°C (55°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Alexandria. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Alexandria receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Alexandria 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alexandria in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Alexandria. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Fethiye is generally cooler than Alexandria. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Alexandria fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In April, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Alexandria. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Alexandria receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Alexandria 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Alexandria and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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