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

Should you visit Fethiye or Oslo?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Oslo? 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 Oslo?

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.

Oslo

Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.

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Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $91, while the average daily cost in Oslo is $161. 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 Oslo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $33
    Oslo $79
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $66
    Oslo $158
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Oslo

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Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Oslo


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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 Oslo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $23
    Oslo $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Local Bus
    $0.18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $24
  • From Turkish Bath with Hotel Transfer: $31
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch & Hotel Transfers: $33
  • Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $36
  • Turkish Bath & Spa Experience with Transfer: $36
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $37
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer option: $40
  • Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
  • Quad Bike Off-Road Adventure With Hotel Transfers: $41
  • Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $42
  • Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $43
  • Quad Bike Off-Road Adventure With Hotel Transfers: $46

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo

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


  • Tram Ticket
    $7.74

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:

  • Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $271
  • Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Bus: $264
  • Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $219
  • Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $182
  • Private Transfer from Oslo Airport to Oslo City Centre: $177
  • Airport Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $159
  • Oslo Private Transfer from Oslo OSL Airport to City centre: $158
  • Private Transfer From Oslo To Drammen With a 2 Hour Stop: $154
  • Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $154
  • Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
  • Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $142
  • Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $136

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Oslo?

Prices for flights to both Oslo 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 $40
    Oslo $56
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.15
  • Soda
    $0.06

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Fethiye Sunset Cruise with Dinner, Swimming Break, and Entertainment: $42
  • ölüdeniz: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming and Dinner: $58
  • Fresh Garden Home Cooking with a Local Chef in Fethiye: $72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.

  • Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship: $83
  • Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $164
  • Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $166
  • Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $193
  • Oslo Food Walking Tour with Fjord Cruise and Open Fire Cooking: $219

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $26
    Oslo $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Paragliding
    $5.00
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.11

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.

  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $17
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $22
  • Jeep Safari Saklıkent Gorge, Tlos, & Yakapark Tour: $24
  • Off-Road Quad Bike Tour & Forest Visit: $29
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $29
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
  • Saklıkent, Gizlikent Waterfall Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch included: $31
  • From Jeep Safari Adventure & Nature Exploration: $31
  • Saklıkent Canyon & Gizlikent Waterfall Jeep Tour: $35
  • Forest Quad Ride Experience with Hotel Pick Up: $35
  • Fethiye Quad Safari: Mud, Dust & Wild Off-Road Adventure: $37

Tours and Activities in Oslo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:

  • 2-Hour Essential Oslo in the City Center Guided Walking Tour: $34
  • 2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship: $47
  • 2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $292
  • 3 Hours Walking Tour for Great Food in Oslo: $169
  • A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
  • Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $38
  • Best of Oslo Walking Tour in German: $38
  • Best of Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours): $69
  • Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
  • City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $39
  • Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
  • Discover Self Guided Audio Tour: $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $12
    Oslo $9.76

Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:

  • Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $39


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Oslo, we can see that Oslo 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 Oslo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oslo 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 Oslo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Oslo?

Oslo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Oslo, 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 Oslo?

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 Oslo in the Summer?

Both Oslo and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Oslo in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Fethiye is much warmer than Oslo in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Oslo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

In Oslo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 246 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Oslo. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Oslo 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Oslo in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Oslo. Furthermore, most visitors come to Oslo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In the autumn, Fethiye is much warmer than Oslo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Oslo averages at about 7°C (45°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 86 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Oslo. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Oslo 7°C (45°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Oslo in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Oslo. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Oslo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Oslo can be very cold. In January, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Oslo. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Oslo fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 40 hours of full sun.

Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Oslo. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Oslo -4°C (25°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Oslo in the Spring?

Both Oslo and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Oslo this time of year.

Fethiye is much warmer than Oslo in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Oslo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Oslo. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Oslo 6°C (42°F)

Typical Weather for Oslo and Fethiye

Fethiye Oslo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) -4°C (25°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) -3°C (26°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 1°C (33°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 6°C (42°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 12°C (53°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 16°C (61°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 12°C (53°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 7°C (45°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 1°C (35°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)