Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Tangier? 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 Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Tangier $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $61. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Tangier $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Tangier $46
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Tangier
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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 Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Tangier $23
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 Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier to Marrakesh: $801
- Transfer from Tangier to Nador: $618
- Transfer from Tangier to Casablanca: $397
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- Tangier to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $276
- Private Transfer from Asilah to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $273
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- Private Transfer from Tarifa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $262
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfer from Tangier to Kenitra: $237
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 $35Tangier $20
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 Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Tangier $20
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 Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $541
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $512
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Tangier $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Tangier, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Tangier 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 Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Tangier, 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 Tangier?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Fethiye or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Tangier in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Tangier. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In the autumn, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Tangier averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Tangier, 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 Tangier. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Tangier. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Fethiye is generally cooler than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Tangier. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Tangier in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. 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 Tangier. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tangier 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)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier 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 (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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