Which place is cheaper, Antalya or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Antalya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Antalya. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Haifa or Antalya?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Antalya $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, while the average daily cost in Antalya is $147. 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 Haifa and Antalya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Antalya $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Antalya $110
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Antalya
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Antalya? 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Antalya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Antalya $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- olympos cable car with transfer from antalya: $88
- fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $77
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya HTL-APT (AYT): $35
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $74
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $85
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $81
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
- The Land of Legends at Night w/Boat Parade Inl. Transfer f/Side: $35
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Side: $141
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $91
- Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Antalya: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Antalya?
Prices for flights to both Antalya and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Antalya $25
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $73
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Antalya $46
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $705
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Guided Tour: $1,300
- From Tel Aviv: Northern Israel Coast Private Tour: $999
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $400
- Haifa Private Tour: $161
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $417
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya City Tour: $66
- Full Day Tour in Altınbeşik Cave and Ürünlü : $60
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $53
- Tour of waterfall (unıque): $71
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $49
- 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
- 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
- 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $21
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour : $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $29
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $121
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up : $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Antalya $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Antalya, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Haifa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa is in Middle East and Antalya is in Europe, 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 Haifa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Haifa 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Haifa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Antalya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Antalya?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Antalya, 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 Haifa or Antalya?
Antalya has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Haifa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Haifa or Antalya in the Summer?
Both Antalya and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Antalya. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 27°C (81°F), and Antalya fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Antalya during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 376 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Haifa usually receives more rain than Antalya. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Antalya 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Antalya in the Autumn?
Both Antalya and Haifa during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Antalya in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Haifa is a little warmer than Antalya in the autumn. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Antalya fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Antalya. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 251 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Antalya. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Antalya 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Antalya in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Antalya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round. Also, most visitors come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Haifa is a little warmer than Antalya. Typically, the winter temperatures in Haifa in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Antalya averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Antalya during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 161 hours of full sun in the winter.
Antalya receives a lot of rain in the winter. Haifa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Haifa usually receives less rain than Antalya. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Antalya 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Antalya in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Antalya. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Antalya. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 19°C (66°F), and Antalya fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the spring, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Antalya. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 243 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Antalya. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Antalya 16°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Antalya and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) |
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