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

Should you visit Fethiye or Plzen?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Plzen? 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 Plzen?

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.

Plzen

Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.

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Which place is cheaper, Plzen 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 Plzen is $101. 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 Plzen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Plzen $61
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Plzen $122
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Plzen

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Plzen? 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 Plzen


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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 Plzen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Plzen $8.27
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:

  • 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 Plzen

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:

  • Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $271
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $116
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Plzen?

Prices for flights to both Plzen 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
    Plzen $31
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
    Plzen $21
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.

  • 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 Plzen

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

  • Experience Best Prague Tandem Skydiving : $250
  • Pilsen Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.74
  • Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $201
  • Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.56
  • Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $32
  • Private Tour to Pilsner Urquell from Prague: $272

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Plzen $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:

  • Brewery Museum Entrance including a Glass of Beer: $6.55
  • Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
  • Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
  • Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $108
  • Pilsner brewery tour incl beer tasting & Czech town Pilsen: $140
  • Day trip to Pilsner Urquell brewery and Bohemian glassworks: $207


When comparing the travel costs between Fethiye and Plzen, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Plzen?

Plzen has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Plzen, 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 Plzen?

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 Plzen in the Summer?

Both Plzen and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit.

Fethiye is a little warmer than Plzen in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

In Plzen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Plzen. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Plzen 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Plzen in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Plzen.

In the autumn, Fethiye is much warmer than Plzen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Plzen averages at about 11°C (51°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Plzen. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Plzen in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Plzen.

It's quite cold in Plzen in the winter. In January, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Plzen fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun.

Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Plzen. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Plzen -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Plzen in the Spring?

Both Plzen and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Fethiye is much warmer than Plzen in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Plzen. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Plzen and Fethiye

Fethiye Plzen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) -1°C (31°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 2°C (35°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 6°C (42°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 11°C (51°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 5°C (41°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 1°C (34°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)