Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Kiev?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Kiev? 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 Kiev?
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.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Kiev $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $26. 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 Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Kiev $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Kiev $34
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Kiev? 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 $34Kiev $1.03
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:
- Fethiye to Dalaman International Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Fethiye to Dalaman Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
- Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $35
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $43
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
- Fethiye Quad Safari Experience (Adventure Tour) w/ Hotel Transfer: $45
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $47
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Strategic Missile Forces Base: Round-Trip Transfer from Kyiv& Museum Guided Tour: $145
- Luxury Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev 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 $35Kiev $7.23
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 Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Ukrainian cooking master class − the tastiest master class in Kyiv: $103
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $112
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Kiev $2.03
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.
- Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $28
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $29
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $38
- Private & Sharing Boat Tours from Fethiye: $38
- Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
- Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- "Kiev Private 6 Hour Food, History & Nightlife Tour": $92
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $56
- 2 Hours Kyiv Street Art Tour : $32
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train: $224
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Day Small-Group Highlights Tour of Kyiv: $279
- Adventure City Center Tour : $120
- Best Kyiv Architecture tour, city from a height: $70
- Borodyanka, Bucha, Irpin, Banksy & More Graffiti Tour: $180
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $97
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $107
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Kiev $6.37
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Bar Crawl - Private Nightlife Tour: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Kiev, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Kiev, 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 Kiev?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Fethiye or Kiev in the Summer?
Both Kiev and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Kiev. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Kiev fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Kiev. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Kiev 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Kiev in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Kiev.
Fethiye is much warmer than Kiev in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Kiev fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In October, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Kiev. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Kiev 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Kiev in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Kiev.
Kiev can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Kiev. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Kiev averages at about -4°C (24°F).
Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Kiev. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Kiev -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Kiev in the Spring?
Both Kiev and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Kiev. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Kiev fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Kiev. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kiev receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Kiev 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Kiev and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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