Which place is cheaper, Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Reykjavik? 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 Reykjavik?
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.
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the capital and largest city in the country of Iceland. The city is where the vast majority of the country's population resides and the urban area has about 200,000 residents. The city is sprawling, with a large area covered in suburbs. The the city center is quite compact, with many interesting and colorful houses. There are a lot of things that attract tourists to this city, including an interesting culture and history as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Iceland, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $95Reykjavik $304
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $95, while the average daily cost in Reykjavik is $304. 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 Reykjavik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $34Reykjavik $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $68Reykjavik $316
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Reykjavik
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Reykjavik? 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 Reykjavik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $24Reykjavik $52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $60
- Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $42
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
- Private Transfer from or to Dalaman Airport Fethiye and Oludeniz: $85
- Private Transfer between Dalaman Airport and Fethiye Region: $82
- Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $51
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $180
- Luxury Airport Transfers in Dalaman: $59
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $94
- Full-Day Scuba Diving Experience from Fethiye with Transfer: $71
- From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $125
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reykjavik
Also for Reykjavik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 7-hour Airport/Cruise Transfer & Tour: $1,831
- Landmannalaugar Super Jeep All Year Transfer: $1,702
- Silver Circle Tour & Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $1,386
- Private 4-Hour Airport/Cruise Transfer & Tour: $1,221
- Private 3-Hour Airport/Cruise Transfer & Tour: $977
- Blue Lagoon with Private Roundtrip Transfer: $613
- From Skarfabakki: Blue Lagoon Round-Trip Transfer: $524
- Blue Lagoon Luxury Spa with Private Transfer: $400
- From ATV Ride and Blue Lagoon Tour with Transfer: $395
- Keflavik Airport (KEF): Transfer to Skarfabakki Cruise Port: $361
- Hvammsvik Hot Springs: Private Return Transfer with Entrance: $343
- Premium Private Transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport!: $294
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Reykjavik?
Prices for flights to both Reykjavik 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 $42Reykjavik $59
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.15
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Soda$0.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
Typical Food Prices in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner (Fish Market)$202
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbor Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $137
- Harbor Cruise with Three Course Dinner from Reykjavik: $139
- Food Tour by locals: $140
- Authentic Reykjavik Food Tour with Flea Market Delights: $146
- Icelandic Food Tour: $147
- The Reykjavik Harbor Food Tour: $147
- Weekend Reykjavik Food Tour with a stop at the Reykjavik Flea Market: $149
- 3-Hour Shared Christmas Food Tour with Guide in Reykjavik: $149
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Icelandic Classics: $154
- The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $171
- Christmas Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $171
- Private Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $241
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $27Reykjavik $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$5.23
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.12
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Ölüdeniz Boat Shared Tour max 30 people no loud music: $61
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $89
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
- 4 Hours 12 Islands Group Tour: $112
- 4 Hours Oludeniz Group Tour: $112
- Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $89
- Bannana, Flyfish or Ringo Joy Ride Adventure at Ölüdeniz Beach: $40
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $200
- Boutique Dalyan Tour: Mud Bath, Rock Tombs & Turtle Beach: $75
- Butterfly Valley Boat Trip & 6 Bays Cruise from Fethiye, Ölüdeniz: $46
- Cruise The Blues in the 12 Islands Fethiye: $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Reykjavik
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Reykjavik's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Museum$12
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Wine and Spa$33
Tours and Activities in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Tour : Pick up from Reykjavik (2 persons per ATV): $142
- 1+ hour Private Horse riding tour from Reykjavík/Mosfellsbær: $171
- 1-Hour Helicopter Tour in Iceland: The Geothermal Tour: $553
- 1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar: $165
- 2 Hours Whale Watching Express Adventure: $94
- 2-Hour Buggy Adventure Tour out off Reykjavik: $264
- 2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik: $195
- 2hr ATV adventure with Pick up from Reykjavik (2 persons per ATV): $165
- 3 Days Tour in South Coast and Golden Circle with Chinese Guide: $160
- 3-Hour Volcanic Springs ATV Adventure From Reykjavik: $339
- A Self-Guided Thingvellir National Park Walking Tour: $8.99
- Arctic Evening Whale Watching Experience: $99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $12Reykjavik $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Reykjavik
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Reykjavik are as follows:
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Beer$9.98
Sample the Local Flavors in Reykjavik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Reykjavik:
- Eimverk Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting: $48
- Craft Beer and Brewery Tour in Iceland: $48
- Icelandic Bar Crawl and Karaoke Experience: $169
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Reykjavik, we can see that Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Reykjavik?
Reykjavik has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Reykjavik, 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 Reykjavik?
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 Reykjavik in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Reykjavik. Furthermore, many visitors come to Reykjavik in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Fethiye is much warmer than Reykjavik in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Reykjavik fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Reykjavik during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Reykjavik receives 171 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Reykjavik 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Reykjavik in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Reykjavik. Additionally, most visitors come to Reykjavik for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Reykjavik can be very cold during autumn. In the autumn, Fethiye is much warmer than Reykjavik. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Reykjavik averages at about 5°C (41°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 Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reykjavik receives 83 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Reykjavik 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Reykjavik in the Winter?
Both Reykjavik and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Reykjavik because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
The weather in Reykjavik can be very cold. In January, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Reykjavik. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Reykjavik fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Reykjavik during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Reykjavik receives 27 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Reykjavik -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Reykjavik in the Spring?
Both Reykjavik and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Reykjavik this time of year.
It's quite cold in Reykjavik in the spring. Fethiye is much warmer than Reykjavik in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Reykjavik fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reykjavik receives 140 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Reykjavik. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Reykjavik 3°C (38°F)
Typical Weather for Reykjavik and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.