Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Haifa?
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 Haifa or Fethiye?
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 Fethiye. 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 Fethiye?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $197Fethiye $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $197, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $94. 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 Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $94Fethiye $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $188Fethiye $68
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Fethiye? 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 Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $6.27Fethiye $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $229
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $199
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $60
- Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $41
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $40
- Private Transfer from or to Dalaman Airport Fethiye and Oludeniz: $85
- Private Transfer between Dalaman Airport and Fethiye Region: $81
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $180
- Luxury Airport Transfers in Dalaman: $58
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
- Full-Day Dalyan Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer from Fethiye: $57
- From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $125
- From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $53
- Private Outdoor Photo Shoot with Hotel Transfer: $141
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye 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 $98Fethiye $42
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$34
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$0.06
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
- Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class in Fethiye with Mel: $134
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $7.24Fethiye $27
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $299
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $125
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Tour to Galilee: $501
- Haifa Private Tour: $199
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $510
- Guided Walking & Car Tour with Bahai Gardens Entry: $229
- Holy Jerusalem Joint Minibus Tour for Holland America Cruise: $269
- In the Footsteps of Jesus Minibus Tour for Holland America Cruise: $249
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2026 - Small Group: $255
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $287
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$5.17
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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.
- Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour Max 30 People (No Loud Music): $60
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $89
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
- 4 Hours 12 Islands Group Tour: $111
- 4 Hours Oludeniz Group Tour: $111
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $198
- Boutique Dalyan Tour: Mud Bath, Rock Tombs & Turtle Beach: $74
- Butterfly Valley Boat Trip & 6 Bays Cruise from Fethiye, Ölüdeniz: $45
- Cruise The Blues in the 12 Islands Fethiye: $52
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $90
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $111
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $17Fethiye $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Fethiye, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa is in Middle East and Fethiye 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 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa 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 Haifa Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Fethiye?
Haifa has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Fethiye, 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 Fethiye?
Fethiye 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 Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Fethiye. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.
Haifa is around the same temperature as Fethiye in the summer. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Haifa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Haifa usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Haifa usually receives more rain than Fethiye. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Fethiye. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Haifa is a little warmer than Fethiye. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Haifa in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Fethiye averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Fethiye. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Fethiye. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year.
In January, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 14°C (57°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Fethiye during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Haifa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Haifa is a little warmer than Fethiye in the spring. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the spring, Haifa often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Fethiye. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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