A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Le Mans for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Le Mans?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Le Mans? 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 Le Mans?

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.

Le Mans

Le Mans is a city in France, on the Sarthe River. Le Mans is found about 80 kilometers north of Tours, and south of Alencon. To many of course, Le Mans is famous only for a 24 hour racing event once a year. If you are not interested in cars and car racing, it is best to avoid visiting Le Mans in the middle of June. However, Le Mans also has a fantastic old town and is well worth the visit. Known as the Cite Plantagenet, this is where in 1129 Geoffrey Plantagenet married Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England and gave birth to Henry II.

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 France, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Le Mans or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Le Mans is $89. 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 Le Mans in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Le Mans $40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Le Mans $80
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Le Mans

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Le Mans? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Le Mans


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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 Le Mans Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Le Mans $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • 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

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Le Mans?

Prices for flights to both Le Mans 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $35
    Le Mans $29
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Le Mans $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $7.42
  • 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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Le Mans $13


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Le Mans, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Le Mans much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Le Mans would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Le Mans 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 Le Mans.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Le Mans Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Le Mans?

Le Mans has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Le Mans, 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 Le Mans?

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 Le Mans in the Summer?

Both Le Mans and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Le Mans for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.

Fethiye is a little warmer than Le Mans in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Le Mans fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in Le Mans. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Le Mans during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Le Mans receives 231 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Le Mans. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Le Mans receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Le Mans 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Le Mans in the Autumn?

Both Le Mans and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Le Mans in the autumn for the small town atmosphere.

In the autumn, Fethiye is much warmer than Le Mans. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Le Mans averages at about 13°C (55°F).

It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Le Mans. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Le Mans receives 117 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Le Mans. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Le Mans receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Le Mans 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Le Mans in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Le Mans. Furthermore, most visitors come to Le Mans for the museums and the cuisine during these months.

Le Mans can be very cold during winter. In January, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Le Mans. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Le Mans fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).

Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Le Mans during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Le Mans receives 54 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 Le Mans. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Le Mans receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Le Mans 5°C (40°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Le Mans in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Le Mans. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Le Mans because of the small town charm.

Fethiye is much warmer than Le Mans in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Le Mans 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 Le Mans. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Le Mans receives 168 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Le Mans. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Le Mans receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Le Mans 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Le Mans and Fethiye

Fethiye Le Mans
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 5°C (40°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 5°C (42°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 14°C (56°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (65°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 5°C (42°F) 75 mm (3 in)