Which place is cheaper, Pamukkale or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale. 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 Pamukkale?
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.
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Pamukkale $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, while the average daily cost in Pamukkale is $156. 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 Pamukkale in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Pamukkale $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Pamukkale $112
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Pamukkale
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Pamukkale? 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 Pamukkale Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Pamukkale $35
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 Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $124
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Izmir Airport Private Transfer to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $361
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $137
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $82
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Pamukkale?
Prices for flights to both Pamukkale 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 $44Pamukkale $69
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Pamukkale $54
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $121
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $81
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $38
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $301
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $278
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $104
- Daily Pamukkale and Kaklik Cave Tour with drop-off at Denizli Airport: $230
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Pamukkale $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Pamukkale, we can see that Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Pamukkale?
Haifa has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Pamukkale, 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 Pamukkale?
Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Pamukkale. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.
In July, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Pamukkale. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 27°C (81°F), and Pamukkale fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Pamukkale receives 356 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Haifa usually receives more rain than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Pamukkale 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)Pamukkale 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Pamukkale in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Pamukkale. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Haifa is a little warmer than Pamukkale in the autumn. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Pamukkale fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pamukkale receives 232 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Pamukkale receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Pamukkale 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Pamukkale in the Winter?
Both Pamukkale 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 the winter, Haifa is much warmer than Pamukkale. Typically, the winter temperatures in Haifa in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Pamukkale averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Pamukkale during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Pamukkale receives 137 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives less rain than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Pamukkale receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Pamukkale 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Pamukkale in the Spring?
Both Pamukkale 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.
In April, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Pamukkale. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 19°C (66°F), and Pamukkale fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the spring, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pamukkale receives 226 hours of full sun.
Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Pamukkale. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Pamukkale receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Pamukkale 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Pamukkale and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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