A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Sydney for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Sydney?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Sydney? 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 Sydney?

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.

Sydney

Sydney, known as the harbour city, is the most famous and frequently visited city in Australia. It is at the economical and cultural heart of the country, and is one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. It's situated on the water with stunning views of the famous harbour throughout the city. It's most famous landmarks include the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is also very close wonderful beaches, parks, and nature.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Contiki Tours to Australia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Australia.


Which place is cheaper, Sydney or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $89, while the average daily cost in Sydney is $221. 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 Sydney in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $32
    Sydney $110
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $64
    Sydney $220
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Sydney

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Sydney? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Sydney


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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 Sydney Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $22
    Sydney $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye Hotels: $241
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $120
  • Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $120
  • Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $79
  • Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $80
  • Dalaman Airport - Marmaris - Fethiye Meet Transfer: $48
  • Dalaman Airport - Marmaris- Fethiye-Datca-Bodrum Meet Transfer: $51
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $74
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $74
  • Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $43
  • Dalyan Day Tour from Fethiye with Lunch & Transfers: $56
  • Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $29

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sydney

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Sydney:


  • Taxi Ride
    $14
  • Taxi to Airport
    $17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sydney

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sydney:

  • From Special Event, Festival or Conference Transfers: $661
  • Hunter Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with Transfer: $363
  • From Sydney Hotels - Hotel Transfer to Airport: $355
  • Private Transfer from Sydney CBD to Sydney Domestic or International Airport: $282
  • Private City, Harbour, and Bondi Tour with Transfer: $274
  • Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney CBD/Downtown to Sydney Airport 1-11 people: $254
  • Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers: $251
  • Featherdale Wildlife Park with Exclusive Private Transfers: $246
  • Luxury Mini Bus - Sydney Airport Transfers: $229
  • Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD/Downtown 1-13 people: $229
  • Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney CBD/Downtown to Sydney Airport 1-13 people: $219
  • Minivan Arrival Transfer from Sydney Airport SYD to Sydney City: $168

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Sydney?

Prices for flights to both Sydney 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $39
    Sydney $82
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.14
  • 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

Typical Food Prices in Sydney

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sydney:


  • Tea
    $2.79
  • Lunch Special
    $10
  • Food/Drink Coogie Beach
    $10
  • Meat Pies
    $3.49

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sydney

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sydney.

  • Vivid Festival of Light Harbor Cruise with Dinner: $36
  • City Highlights Walking Food Tour with Harbor Cruise: $45
  • Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises: $46
  • Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet: $50
  • Roti Making Class with 5-Course Dinner: $50
  • Foraging Food Tour Sydney Native Aussie Food: $53
  • Sydney Harbour Discovery Dinner Cruise Scenic Sights and Buffet: $56
  • Harbor Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $59
  • Twilight Dinner Cruise on Coral Trekker: $59
  • Sydney Street Art & Food Tour: $65
  • Tall Ship Harbour Twilight Dinner Cruise: $72
  • Sydney Harbour: Latin Fiesta Dinner Cruise: $73

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $25
    Sydney $34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $4.89
  • 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.

  • Self Guided Podcast Tour Oludenizs Dual Worlds: $6.86
  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $17
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $22
  • Jeep Safari Saklıkent Gorge, Tlos, & Yakapark Tour: $24
  • Off-Road Quad Bike Tour & Forest Visit: $29
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $29
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
  • Saklıkent, Gizlikent Waterfall Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch included: $31
  • From Jeep Safari Adventure & Nature Exploration: $31
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $32
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour in Saklıkent Gorge with Lunch: $35

Typical Entertainment Prices in Sydney

Here are a few typical costs in Sydney for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Theatre Show
    $31
  • Sydney Tower Visit (for 2)
    $32
  • Blue Mountain Tour/Featherdale Park (for 2)
    $133
  • Powerhouse Museum
    $10

Tours and Activities in Sydney

Here are a few actual costs in Sydney for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • #1 Blue Mountains Tour Scenic World Waterfalls Wildlife Park: $188
  • 1 Day Thredbo Snow Tour From Sydney: $130
  • 1/2 day Sydney Sightseeing and Bondi Beach Tour: $45
  • 14-Day Sydney to Cairns, Fraser, Whitsundays Comfort Tour: $5,614
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Sydney Harbour National Park: $42
  • 30 Minute Shared Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Tour: $238
  • 30-minute Private Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour for 2: $331
  • 45-Minute Sydney Harbour Adventure Jet Boat Ride: $70
  • Afternoon Discovery Cruise on Coral Trekker: $46
  • All Inclusive Jervis Bay Day Tour Dolphin Cruise, Lunch &Blowhole: $155
  • All Inclusive Twilight Nights Little India Half Day Tour: $211
  • Amazing Audio Tour: Experience Sydney Adventure: $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $11
    Sydney $16

Typical Alcohol Prices in Sydney

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Sydney:


  • Wine
    $11

Sample the Local Flavors in Sydney

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sydney:

  • Big Night Out Pub Crawl with Local Party Hosts: $32
  • Private Wine Tasting at The Rocks: $46
  • Sydney Cellar Door - Old Vine Expressions Wine Tasting: $49
  • The Rocks Pub Walking Tour: $84
  • Marrickville Brewery Tour: $84
  • Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney: $88
  • From: Sydney - Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Guided Day Tour: $89
  • Sydney Beer and Brewery Tour: $109
  • Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tasting Tour: $112
  • From Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour & Lunch: $145
  • From Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Day Tour: $145
  • From Hunter Valley Multi-Brewery Tour with Lunch: $149


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Sydney, we can see that Sydney is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Sydney is in Pacific, 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 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 Sydney would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sydney 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 Sydney Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Sydney?

Sydney has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Sydney, 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 Sydney?

Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Sydney is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Fethiye has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Fethiye or Sydney in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Sydney. Also, many visitors come to Sydney in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Sydneyin January. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Sydney fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sydney. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Sydneyin January. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sydney receives 236 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Sydney. Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Sydneyin January. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Sydney 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Sydney in the Autumn?

Both Sydney and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Sydney for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Fethiye is around the same temperature as Sydney in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Sydney fluctuates around 19°C (65°F)in April.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Sydney during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Sydney receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sydney. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Sydneyin April. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Sydney 19°C (65°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Sydney in the Winter?

Both Sydney and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Sydney because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Fethiye is cooler than Sydney. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Sydney averages at about 12°C (53°F)in July.

In Sydney, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Fethiye often gets less sunshine than Sydneyin July. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sydney receives 208 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Sydneyin July. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Sydney 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Sydney in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Sydney. Furthermore, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sydney this time of year.

In April, Fethiye is generally cooler than Sydneyin October. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Sydney fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sydney this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sydney during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Sydney receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Sydneyin October. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Sydney 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Sydney and Fethiye

Fethiye Sydney
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 21°C (70°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 19°C (65°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 15°C (60°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 13°C (55°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 20°C (67°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)