Which place is cheaper, Auckland or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Auckland?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Auckland? 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 Auckland?
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.
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $105Auckland $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $170. 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 Auckland in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $38Auckland $99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $76Auckland $198
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Auckland
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Auckland? 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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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 Auckland Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $27Auckland $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Transfer from Dalaman Airport to Gocek Fethiye and Oludeniz: $83
- Turkey Fethiye Dalaman Airport Transfer with Private Car: $80
- Tickets to Orka World Waterpark with Hotel Transfer in Fethiye: $65
- Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $38
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
- Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $66
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $95
- Full-Day River Rafting Tour in Fethiye with Transfer & Lunch: $76
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.47
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Hobbiton Private Transfers with Group Tour: $516
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to North Shore-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $221
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Thames: $201
- Rotorua to Auckland - Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Caves: $188
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Cambridge : $180
- Private Airport Transfers and Tours: $168
- Private Luxury Transfer To/Fr City in Mercedes Van: $162
- Private One-Way Transfer: Auckland Airport to Hamilton/Rotorua: $162
- Airport Transfer: Auckland to Auckland Airport AKL by Luxury Car: $152
- Auckland Airport Transfers: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland in Luxury Car: $152
- Auckland's Point to Point Transfers : $150
- Auckland Cruise/Wharf & Airport Transfers : $144
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Auckland?
Prices for flights to both Auckland 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 $47Auckland $46
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.17
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Soda$0.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $93
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $101
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner: $392
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $519
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $30Auckland $27
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$5.81
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.13
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: $72
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $64
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $56
- 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Babadag Mountain Paragliding Experience with Photos and Videos: $215
- Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $49
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $202
- Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $59
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $65
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$119
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour : $96
- Cathedral Cove & Hot water beach -Full Day Tour: PRIVATE TOUR : $270
- Hobbiton Lord Of Rings Movie Set tour Private Driver : $198
- Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland: $249
- 24 day Greatest Of All Tours Small Group Tour: $3,447
- 4 hours Auckland Friday Night Tour : $78
- 6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland: $174
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- AUCKLAND CITY Full Day Tour with War Memorial Museum and Mt Eden: $155
- Half-Day CITY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR - Mt.Eden, Tamaki Dr: $86
- Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: $117
- America’s Cup 2-Hour Sailing Experience Waitemata Harbour: $122
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $13Auckland $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $110
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $119
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $159
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $165
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $168
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $180
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $183
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $217
- Shore Excursion from Auckland - Private Tour & Wine Tasting: $278
- Waiheke Island Scenic Wine Tour: $301
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Auckland, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Auckland is in Pacific, 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland 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 Auckland Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Auckland?
Auckland has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Auckland, 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 Auckland?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Auckland is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Fethiye has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Fethiye or Auckland in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Auckland. Furthermore, many travelers come to Auckland for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Auckland averages at about 20°C (68°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Auckland this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Auckland during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 240 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Aucklandin January. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryFethiye 28°C (82°F)Auckland 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Auckland in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Auckland. Additionally, many visitors come to Auckland in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Aucklandin April. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Auckland fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Aucklandin April. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 162 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Aucklandin April. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilFethiye 20°C (68°F)Auckland 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Auckland in the Winter?
Both Auckland and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Auckland for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Auckland in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Auckland fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Auckland during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 141 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Auckland. It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Aucklandin July. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyFethiye 10°C (50°F)Auckland 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Auckland in the Spring?
Both Auckland and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Auckland because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Auckland averages at about 14°C (58°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Aucklandin October. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 192 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Aucklandin October. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberFethiye 16°C (61°F)Auckland 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Auckland and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 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.