Which place is cheaper, Bonn or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Bonn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Bonn? 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 Bonn?
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.
Bonn
Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Bonn $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Bonn is $165. 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 Bonn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Bonn $91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Bonn $182
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Bonn
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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 Bonn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Bonn $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: $300
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $267
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Fethiye Rhodes Ferry Ticket With Free Hotel Transfer: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonn
Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Bonn?
Prices for flights to both Bonn 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 $35Bonn $52
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Bonn $37
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: $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 Bonn
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.
- Autumn tours with a live guide: $20
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $120
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $51
- Bonn Crime-Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Musikerviertel Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $222
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Bonn Self Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $11
- Bonn Walking Tour (In the footsteps of Ludwig Van Beethoven): $321
- Bonn and Bad Godesberg hop-on hop-off tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- 1.5-Hour River Cruise on the Rhine: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Bonn $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Bonn, we can see that Bonn 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 Bonn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonn 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 Bonn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Bonn?
Bonn has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Bonn, 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 Bonn?
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 Bonn in the Summer?
Both Bonn and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bonn this time of year.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Bonn in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Bonn fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 191 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bonn. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Bonn 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bonn in the Autumn?
Both Bonn and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Bonn for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Fethiye is much warmer than Bonn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Bonn averages at about 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 109 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Bonn. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Bonn 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bonn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Bonn. Also, many visitors come to Bonn in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Bonn can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Bonn. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Bonn 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Bonn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Bonn.
Fethiye is much warmer than Bonn in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Bonn fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 145 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Bonn. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Bonn 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Bonn and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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