Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Playa de las Americas? 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 Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Playa de las Americas $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is $209. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Playa de las Americas $123
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Playa de las Americas $246
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Playa de las Americas? 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 Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Playa de las Americas $60
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
- 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 Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 $35Playa de las Americas $48
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 $38Playa de las Americas $32
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 $17Playa de las Americas $9.18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Playa de las Americas?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Playa de las Americas, 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 Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
Both Playa de las Americas and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Fethiye is generally cooler than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Playa de las Americas.
Fethiye is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 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 Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Playa de las Americas.
In the spring, Fethiye is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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