Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata? 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 Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Costa de Prata $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is $162. 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 Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Costa de Prata $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Costa de Prata $166
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Costa de Prata? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Costa de Prata $57
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
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $47
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $60
- Oludeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $76
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $53
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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 $35Costa de Prata $47
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 $38Costa de Prata $14
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Costa de Prata $8.71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata?
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 Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Costa de Prata.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Costa de Prata.
In October, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°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 Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
Both Costa de Prata and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Fethiye
| Fethiye | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.