Which place is cheaper, Bodrum or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Bodrum?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Bodrum? 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 Bodrum?
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.
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Istanbul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Bodrum $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Bodrum is $92. 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 Bodrum in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Bodrum $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Bodrum $96
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Bodrum
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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 Bodrum Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Bodrum $24
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:
- Tandem Paragliding Over The Blue Lagoon in Fethiye From Kas Inc.Transfer: $298
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $287
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $266
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $118
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $114
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Fethiye Rhodes Ferry Ticket With Free Hotel Transfer: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From D-Maris Bay to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer | BODRUM - IZMIR Airport: $293
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Seferihisar: $217
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $201
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Marmaris Hotels: $195
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $175
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $174
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Kusadasi: $131
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Soke (Söke): $126
- Bodrum Akyarlar Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $125
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yalikavak Hotels: $104
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yaliciftlik Hotels: $103
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Bodrum?
Prices for flights to both Bodrum 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 $35Bodrum $24
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 Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $43
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $103
- Bodrum Vineyard Tour with Dinner and Wine Pairing: $117
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $126
- Bodrum Market Visit and Cooking Class: $128
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $131
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $174
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $186
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $222
- Shore Excursions - Istanbul by Night: Turkish Food Tour: $250
- Private Vineyard Tour with Dinner Under the Stars in Karnas: $292
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $318
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Bodrum $31
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 : $163
- 2-day Ancient Ephesus and Pamukkale Hot Springs Tour from Fethiye: $281
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $30
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $60
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour Including Lunch: $31
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour in Saklıkent Gorge with Lunch: $41
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- 2 Hours Private Sightseeing and Walking Tour in Bodrum: $106
- A Breathtaking Pamukkale Day Tour from Bodrum: $276
- All Inclusive Private BODRUM to Ephesus, Mary's House, Lunch Tour: $299
- Boat tour: Bodrum Private Boat Tour for Cruise Customers: $804
- Bodrum ↔ Gulf of Gökova | Cabin Charter Cruise: $936
- Bodrum Aquapark Ticket: $38
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Buggy Safari Tours: $57
- Bodrum City Sightseeing Walk: $149
- Bodrum City Tour: 5-Hour Private Excursion with Lunch: $253
- Bodrum City Walking Morning Sightseeing Tour: $213
- Bodrum Fullday Private Tour with Licenced Guide & Dlx Van: $145
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Bodrum $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Bodrum, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Bodrum Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Bodrum?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 54% larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Bodrum, 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 Bodrum?
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 Bodrum in the Summer?
Both Bodrum and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Bodrum. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Bodrum averages at about 27°C (81°F).
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Bodrum. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Bodrum 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bodrum in the Autumn?
Both Bodrum and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Bodrum. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Bodrum fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Fethiye usually gets more rain in October than Bodrum. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Bodrum 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bodrum in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Bodrum.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Bodrum in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Bodrum fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Bodrum receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bodrum. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Bodrum 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bodrum in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Bodrum.
In the spring, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Bodrum. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Bodrum averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Fethiye usually gets more rain in April than Bodrum. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Bodrum 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bodrum and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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