Which place is cheaper, Setubal or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Setubal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Setubal? 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 Setubal?
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.
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
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 Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Setubal $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Setubal is $132. 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 Setubal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Setubal $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Setubal $126
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Setubal
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Setubal? 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 Setubal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Setubal $58
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
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $267
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Fethiye Rhodes Ferry Ticket With Free Hotel Transfer: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers (Lisbon - Évora) / (Évora - Lisbon): $197
- Paragliding experience near Lisbon with transfers from Lisbon: $148
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $82
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Setubal?
Prices for flights to both Setubal 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 $35Setubal $37
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Setubal $13
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 Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora Private Walking Tour, By Local Guide: $44
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Évora Tales and Legends Walking Tour from Évora: $55
- Évora With Love Walking Tours: $55
- Évora: Christian Heritage Private Walking Tour: $64
- Évora: Private Walking Tour: $64
- 4x4 Tour to the Wonders of Cabo Espichel : $49
- 4x4 and Boat Tour in Arrabida Natural Park: $98
- Arrábida Jeep 4x4 tour to Arrábida, the most beautiful beach of Europe: $93
- Arrábida National Park Rock Climbing Experience: $128
- Arrábida Natural Park: Stand Up Paddleboard Tour and Lesson: $53
- Arrábida Nature Jeep Tour: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Setubal $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Jeep Tour through Arrábida Azeitão and Wine Tasting: $56
- Monsaraz and Wine Tasting Tour from Évora: $71
- Alentejo Wine Tour from Évora: $76
- Sesimbra: Half-Day Tour to Arrabida with Wine Tasting: $106
- Wine Tour, discovering the famous Setúbal Moscatel: $137
- Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour from Lisbon : $152
- Private Wine Tour from Lisbon to Arrábida: Wine & Cheese Tasting: $170
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Setubal, we can see that Setubal 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal 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 Setubal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Setubal?
Setubal has a larger population, and is about 94% larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Setubal, 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 Setubal?
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 Setubal in the Summer?
Both Setubal and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Setubal in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Setubal fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Setubal. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Setubal during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Setubal. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Setubal 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Setubal in the Autumn?
Both Setubal and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Setubal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Setubal averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Setubal. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 213 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Setubal. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Setubal 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Setubal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Setubal.
In January, Fethiye is generally cooler than Setubal. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Setubal during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.
Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Setubal. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Setubal 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Setubal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Setubal.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Setubal in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Setubal fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. 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 Setubal. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 235 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Setubal. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Setubal 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Setubal and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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