Which place is cheaper, Varna or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Varna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Varna? 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 Varna?
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.
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
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 Bulgaria, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Varna $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Varna is $65. 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 Varna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Varna $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Varna $70
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Varna
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Varna? 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 Varna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Varna $9.33
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:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $71
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $71
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $82
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $75
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Varna?
Prices for flights to both Varna 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 $35Varna $23
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 $38Varna $8.55
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 Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Varna $8.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Varna, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Varna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Varna?
Varna has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Varna, 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 Varna?
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 Varna in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Varna.
In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Varna. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Varna fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Varna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Varna. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 268 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Varna. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Varna receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Varna 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Varna in the Autumn?
Both Varna and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Varna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Varna fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Varna during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Varna. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Varna receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Varna 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Varna in the Winter?
Both Varna and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit.
It's quite cold in Varna in the winter. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Varna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Varna averages at about 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Varna. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 83 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Varna. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Varna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Varna 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Varna in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Varna.
In April, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Varna. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Varna fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Varna during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 156 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Varna. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Varna receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Varna 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Varna and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
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