A Travel Price Comparison for Turkey Fethiye vs. Ankara for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Ankara?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Ankara? 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 Ankara?

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.

Ankara

Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, and The Best Adventure Tours to Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Ankara or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $123, while the average daily cost in Ankara is $128. 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 Ankara in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $44
    Ankara $52
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $88
    Ankara $104
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Ankara

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Ankara? 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 Ankara


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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 Ankara Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $31
    Ankara $34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Local Bus
    $0.24

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: $277
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $110
  • Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $231
  • Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $110
  • Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $74
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $69
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $68
  • Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $103
  • Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $79
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
  • Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $257
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $35

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.04
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $0.14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:

  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $99
  • Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $99
  • Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
  • Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $59
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $47
  • Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $47
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $47
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $42

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Ankara?

Prices for flights to both Ankara 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 $55
    Ankara $51
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.20
  • Soda
    $0.08

Typical Food Prices in Ankara

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.32

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $35
    Ankara $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Paragliding
    $6.78
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.16

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.

  • Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $26
  • Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $27
  • Jeep Safari Tour to Saklikent, Tloss and Yakapark from Fethiye: $28
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $30
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
  • Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $37
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour Including Lunch: $37
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $41
  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $41
  • Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $42
  • Fethiye jeep safari tour with lunch: $46
  • From Horse Riding Adventure: $46

Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara

Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Underground City
    $0.23

Tours and Activities in Ankara

Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 5 Days Hittite Monuments Tour with Specialist Guide: $2,172
  • Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $31
  • Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $30
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $209
  • Private Tour with a Local: $36
  • Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $31
  • Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
  • Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
  • Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
  • Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
  • Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
  • İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $16
    Ankara $14


When comparing the travel costs between Fethiye and Ankara, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Ankara Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Ankara?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Ankara, 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.