Which place is cheaper, Salzburg or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Salzburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Salzburg? 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 Salzburg?
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.
Salzburg
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
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 in Austria, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Salzburg $166
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Salzburg is $166. 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 Salzburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Salzburg $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Salzburg $196
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Salzburg
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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 Salzburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Salzburg $21
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:
- 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 Salzburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Vienna: $738
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Prague: $695
- Cesky Krumlov: Private One-Way Transfer to Salzburg: $629
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Vienna with 2h of sightseeing: $300
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Prague: $298
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Vienna with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $291
- Kitzbuhel, Flachau, Transfer From Salzburg & Airport SZG: $288
- Private transfer Salzburg → Vienna with stop in Mauthausen Concentration Camp: $284
- From Salzburg to Prague, Private Transfer with 2h of Sightseeing: $283
- Private Scenic Transfer from Salzburg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing: $278
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Prague with local English-speaking driver: $278
- Private Transfer from Salzburg City to Vienna City: $272
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Salzburg?
Prices for flights to both Salzburg 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 $35Salzburg $44
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
Typical Food Prices in Salzburg
Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:
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Lunch Salad$9.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.
- Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Class Including Lunch: $59
- Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $60
- Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner: $81
- Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $83
- Mozart Concert with Dinner: $83
- Dinner Cooking Class and Music: $84
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $85
- Dinner Cooking Class - Prezels, Dumplings, Apple Strudel & Music: $86
- Dinner and Classical Concert at Mirabell Palace: $94
- Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert: $106
- Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $111
- Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Salzburg $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.
- 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 Salzburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Salzburg are as follows:
- 2-Hour Private Salzburg City Highlights Tour: $272
- 3 hour private walking tour - Salzburg: $176
- 3-Night Salzburg Winter Package with City Highlights Tour: $240
- 3D Exclusive VR-Tour: $321
- 3D Unique VR-Tour: $29
- A day in the life of Salzburg - Private tour with a local: $230
- A taste of An audio tour through the birthplace of Mozart: $7.47
- Amphibious Splash Tour on the Water and on the Land in Salzburg: $45
- Austrian Lakes and Salzburg Private Tour from Vienna: $1,123
- Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg with Amphibious Splash Tour: $94
- Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg with River Cruise: $71
- Best of Salzburg 1-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour: $163
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Salzburg $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:
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Beer$3.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salzburg:
- Stiegl Brewery Museum Entry Ticket & Beer Tasting: $16
- Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $24
- Guided Wine Tasting in a Hidden Wine Bar: $36
- Private Austrian Wine Tasting with a Pro-Sommelière: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Salzburg, we can see that Salzburg 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 Salzburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salzburg 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 Salzburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Salzburg?
Salzburg has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Salzburg, 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 Salzburg?
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 Salzburg in the Summer?
Both Salzburg and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Salzburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Salzburg. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Salzburg fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Salzburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Salzburg. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 227 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Salzburg. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Salzburg 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Salzburg in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Salzburg. Also, most visitors come to Salzburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Fethiye is much warmer than Salzburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Salzburg fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Salzburg during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 108 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Salzburg. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Salzburg 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Salzburg in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Salzburg. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Salzburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Salzburg can be very cold. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Salzburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Salzburg averages at about -0°C (31°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Salzburg. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 44 hours of full sun.
Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Salzburg. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Salzburg -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Salzburg in the Spring?
Both Salzburg and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Salzburg this time of year.
In April, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Salzburg. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Salzburg 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 Salzburg during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Salzburg. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Salzburg 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Salzburg and Fethiye
| Fethiye | Salzburg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
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