Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Rabat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Rabat? 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 Rabat?
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.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $88Rabat $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $88, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $54. 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 Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $31Rabat $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $62Rabat $56
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Rabat? 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 Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $22Rabat $2.15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Boat Tour with BBQ and Hotel Transfer: $691
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $278
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $251
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye Hotels: $240
- Paragliding Oludeniz With Transfer - Fethiye, Turkey: $175
- From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $151
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $120
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $120
- Rafting: Dalaman River, including breakfast, lunch, and hotel transfers: $107
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $91
- Fethiye Scuba Diving with Lunch, Transfer and Equipments: $90
- Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $284
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $273
- Transfer De Luxe Rabat Vers Chefchouen: $267
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $265
- Transfer Rabat to Agadir: $250
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $241
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis: $205
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Rabat via volubilis & meknes: $205
- Transfer Rabat to Safi: $199
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $197
- Rabat to Marrakech Private Transfer – Fast, Safe & Comfy Ride Now: $170
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Casablanca: $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat 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 $39Rabat $22
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.14
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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 Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Food Tour of Rabat’s Old Medina by Green Taxi: $33
- Taste the Medina Like a Local Rabat Food Tour: $34
- Express Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Rabat: $40
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $51
- Rabat Eats Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Amazigh Family in Medina Rabat: $65
- Food Tour in Rabat with an Expert Guide Lunch or Dinner Include: $67
- Rabat Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class with Expert Chefs: $70
- Rabat Food Tour: $76
- Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class: $79
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $25Rabat $2.90
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$4.83
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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.
- Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour Max 30 People (No Loud Music): $72
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $89
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $230
- 4 Hours 12 Islands Group Tour: $108
- 4 Hours Oludeniz Group Tour: $114
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Babadag Mountain Paragliding Experience with Photos and Videos: $260
- Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $89
- Bannana, Flyfish or Ringo Joy Ride Adventure at Ölüdeniz Beach: $60
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $194
- Cruise The Blues in the 12 Islands Fethiye: $53
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Car tour in Rabat: $49
- Chefchaouen 1 Day Tour from Rabat Discover the Blue City: $180
- Day Trip from Rabat to Casablanca with Hassan II Mosque Ticket: $159
- Exclusive Rabat City Tour with Authorized Guide and VIP Vehicle: $74
- Experience Todra Gorge Hiking Adventure: $34
- Explore Rabat by Electric Tuk Tuk – Private City Highlights Tour: $34
- From Casablanca 6Day Private Morocco Tour By Imperial Cities: $1,550
- From Casablanca: 5-Day Private Desert Adventure to Marrakech: $1,540
- From Rabat : Fes Guided city tour: $195
- From Rabat To FEZ guided city tour: $195
- From Private Casablanca Tour With Hassan II Mosque Ticket: $148
- Full Day Private Tour from Rabat to Blue City of Chefchaouen: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $11Rabat -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Rabat, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Rabat is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Rabat, 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 Rabat?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Fethiye or Rabat in the Summer?
Both Rabat and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Rabat. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Rabat averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Rabat during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Rabat. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Rabat in the Autumn?
Both Rabat and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
In October, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Rabat. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in October than Rabat. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Rabat in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Rabat. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Fethiye is cooler than Rabat in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 182 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 Rabat. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Rabat in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Rabat. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In the spring, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Rabat. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Rabat averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Rabat. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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