Which place is cheaper, Islamabad or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Islamabad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Islamabad? 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 Islamabad?
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.
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Islamabad $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Islamabad is $42. 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 Islamabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Islamabad $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Islamabad $40
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Islamabad
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Islamabad? 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 Islamabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Islamabad $7.68
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:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $290
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $269
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $241
- 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: $115
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From D-Maris Bay to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Fethiye Rhodes Ferry Ticket With Free Hotel Transfer: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Murree Exploration Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Islamabad?
Prices for flights to both Islamabad 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 $35Islamabad $15
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 $38Islamabad $9.48
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 : $165
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $219
- Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $54
- 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 Adventures ATV Quad Bike Safari: $63
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- 5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization : $140
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad City Tour : $150
- Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Islamabad $2.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Islamabad, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Islamabad is in Asia, 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 Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Islamabad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Islamabad?
Islamabad has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Islamabad, 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 Islamabad?
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 Islamabad in the Summer?
Both Islamabad and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
The heat can be very extreme in Islamabad. Fethiye is cooler than Islamabad in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Islamabad fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Islamabad during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Islamabad. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Islamabad 32°C (90°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Islamabad in the Autumn?
Both Islamabad and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Fethiye is cooler than Islamabad. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Islamabad averages at about 26°C (80°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets less sunshine than Islamabad. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 287 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in October than Islamabad. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Islamabad 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Islamabad in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Islamabad.
In January, Fethiye is generally cooler than Islamabad. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Islamabad fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Islamabad during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 213 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 Islamabad. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Islamabad 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Islamabad in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Islamabad.
Fethiye is much colder than Islamabad in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Islamabad fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Islamabad. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 258 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in April than Islamabad. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Islamabad 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Islamabad and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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