Which place is cheaper, Zurich or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Zurich?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Zurich? 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 Zurich?
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.
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $95Zurich $366
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $95, while the average daily cost in Zurich is $366. 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 Zurich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $34Zurich $199
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $68Zurich $398
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Zurich
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Zurich? 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 Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $24Zurich $42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $30
- Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $36
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
- Fethiye Quad Safari Adventure Tour with Hotel Transfers: $41
- Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $42
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $47
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $50
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $51
- Dalaman Airport - Marmaris- Fethiye-Datca-Bodrum Meet Transfer: $52
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $53
- Butterfly Valley Boat tour with Lunch and Transfer from Fethiye: $54
- Fethiye to Dalaman International Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Private Transfer between Zurich and Interlaken: $474
- Privat Transfer Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $447
- Private transfer between Zurich Airport to/from Lucerne.: $336
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Neuhausen am Rheinfall: $272
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport ZRH to Zug: $272
- Private Transfer: Zurich or Airport ZRH to Basel by Luxury Van: $269
- Private driver, door-to-door transfer from Zurich to Bern: $249
- Private Transfer Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich City by Minibus: $243
- Private Transfer Zurich city to Zurich Airport ZRH by Minibus: $243
- Private direct transfer from Zurich to Vaduz: $238
- Private direct transfer from Zurich to St. Gallen: $226
- Private direct transfer from St. Gallen to Zurich: $226
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Zurich?
Prices for flights to both Zurich 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 $42Zurich $125
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.15
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Soda$0.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zurich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zurich.
- Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates: $178
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $27Zurich $42
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$5.23
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.12
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $21
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $21
- Jeep Safari Tour to Saklikent, Tloss and Yakapark from Fethiye: $22
- Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $23
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $30
- Traditional Hamam experience: $34
- Fethiye ATV Quad Safari Adventure with Nature and Fun: $35
- Bannana, Flyfish or Ringo Joy Ride Adventure at Ölüdeniz Beach: $40
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye/Oludeniz/Hisaronu: $41
- Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Natural Mud Bath: $42
- Butterfly Valley Boat Trip & 6 Bays Cruise from Fethiye, Ölüdeniz: $46
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg: $110
- Best of Zürich & Surroundings: Walking Tour, Cable Car and Ferry: $104
- Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride: $84
- Chocolate Tour from Zürich Create Your Own Swiss Chocolate Bar: $216
- Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich: $110
- Day tour to Grindelwald, Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen: $220
- Eiger and Jungfrau Glacier Panorama Tour from Zurich: $199
- Experience Zurich Tour via Tram, Ferry, Funicular and Cable Car: $114
- Explore Swiss Villages: Interlaken-Grindelwald(Private Tour): $275
- From Basel: Zurich Tour with Chocolate tasting & Lake Cruise: $374
- From Zurich or Lucerne: 2-Day Jungfraujoch Tour: $674
- Grindelwald First Mountain Adventure Day Trip from Zurich: $246
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $12Zurich $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Zurich: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Zurich, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Zurich?
Zurich has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Zurich, 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 Zurich?
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 Zurich in the Summer?
Both Zurich and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Zurich because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Zurich. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Zurich averages at about 21°C (70°F).
In Zurich, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Zurich. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zurich receives 241 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Zurich. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Zurich 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Zurich in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Zurich. Also, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
In October, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Zurich. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Zurich fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Zurich during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Zurich receives 120 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Zurich. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Zurich 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Zurich in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Zurich. Also, many travelers come to Zurich for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Zurich. Fethiye is much warmer than Zurich in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Zurich fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Zurich. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zurich receives 55 hours of full sun.
Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Zurich. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Zurich 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Zurich in the Spring?
Both Zurich and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Zurich in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Zurich. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Zurich averages at about 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Zurich during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Zurich receives 150 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Zurich. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Zurich 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Zurich 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) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.