Which place is cheaper, Pompeii or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Pompeii?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Pompeii? 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 Pompeii?
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.
Pompeii
Pompeii was once a 160-acre Roman port city, called home by more than 20,000 residents. In 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted and after burying the entire city 16 feet deep in ash, the debris destroyed everything in its path, killing thousands of people and affecting more than 200 square miles around the area.
However, the phenomenon is that the ash preserved everything as it was in that time and to this day, you can visit and observe life as it was nearly two thousand years ago, as figures of people running from the explosion have been burned permanently into history.
The best time to visit Pompeii is during spring, after the rains of March and before the scorching heat of June and July. On the downside, this is the beginning of the busy season for tourists, so while you'll enjoy pleasant weather, you won't be likely to avoid crowds. Conversely, November starts the low-season for travel, so you can easily skip the crowds, though you may have to compromise on weather, as the rains return this time of year. Rain and crowds won't be an issue if you visit during winter, but be warned, temperatures drop down to the 50's during the day, accompanied by winds.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Pompeii $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Pompeii 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 Pompeii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Pompeii $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Pompeii $150
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Pompeii
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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 Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Pompeii $57
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
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $47
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
- Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $60
- Oludeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $76
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $53
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48
- From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Private from Ravello to Naples: $239
- Transfers Ravello - Naples: $207
- Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch on Vesuvius with Transfer from Pompeii: $132
- Private transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $121
- Small Group Pompeii Wine Tasting with Lunch & Transfer Included : $97
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $97
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Pompeii?
Prices for flights to both Pompeii 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 $35Pompeii $38
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 Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Neapolitan Dinner in Pompei - Villa Franca - Family Restourant: $38
- Cooking Class with Italian Mamma in Pompeii: $65
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Pompei: $93
- Pompei tour with a 2000 years roman dinner: $112
- Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Pompei: $142
- Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Pompei: $158
- Private Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner in Pompei: $158
- Private market tour and cooking class with lunch or dinner in Pompei: $206
- guided tour of the ruins and cooking class fresh pasta : $272
- Cooking class: Pasta Experience in Pompei, Italy: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Pompeii $82
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
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Pompeii Archeological Site Fast Track Entry Ticket : $36
- Pompeii Day Tour: $97
- 2 Hour Private Walking Tour with Certified Guide in Pompeii: $251
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Pompeii for Journey Through Time: $196
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Pompeii with an Archaeologist: $272
- 2 days tour: Pompei & Naples center with underground: $207
- 2 hours Pompeii Tour with local historian - ticket included: $60
- 2-hour Private Guided Tour of Pompeii: $272
- Best of Pompeii - 2 hour Private Tour with Alex: $271
- Complete Pompeii Skip the Line Tour with Archaeologist Guide: $55
- Discover Pompeii on this Guided Walking Tour of the Buried City: $63
- Discover hidden secrets of Pompei on a Private tour with a local: $118
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Pompeii $7.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Pompeii
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Pompeii:
- Wine Tasting Tour on the Slopes of Vesuvius: $46
- Wine Tasting on Mt. Vesuvius: $55
- Seafood Lunch with Wine Tasting & Tour on a golf cart: $87
- Guided Tour of Pompeii Ruins with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $98
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting in Pompeii with a Local: $124
- Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Wine Tasting: $191
- Pompeii, Herculaneum and scenic drive of the Mt. Vesuvius with wine tasting: $207
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Pompeii, we can see that Pompeii 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 Pompeii would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pompeii 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 Pompeii Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Fethiye or Pompeii?
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 Pompeii in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Pompeii. Furthermore, many travelers come to Pompeii for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pompeii this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Pompeii 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Pompeii in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Pompeii.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Pompeii in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Pompeii fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Pompeii. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Pompeii 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Pompeii in the Winter?
Both Pompeii and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Pompeii for the museums during these months.
In the winter, Fethiye is a little warmer than Pompeii. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Pompeii averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pompeii. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Pompeii 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Pompeii in the Spring?
Both Pompeii and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Pompeii. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Pompeii 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pompeii and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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