Which place is cheaper, Bikaner or Istanbul?
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 Istanbul or Bikaner?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Bikaner, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Istanbul or Bikaner?
Istanbul
Istanbul is strategically located on the Bosphorus and is split between Europe and Asia. It truly is a city where east meets west. Istanbul is the cultural and financial hub of Turkey, and also the most populous city. The sites are countless and there's something for everybody, whether you're interested in art, music, food, or adventure. You can pass many days exploring both the residential and commercial pockets of this city. Much of the appeal is hidden away along back alleys or within corner shops.
Bikaner
Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIstanbul $154Bikaner $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $154, while the average daily cost in Bikaner is $52. 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 Istanbul and Bikaner in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $71Bikaner $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $142Bikaner $36
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Bikaner
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul or Bikaner? 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: Istanbul Hotel Prices and Bikaner Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Istanbul $33Bikaner $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Metro Cards$4.43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Airports Transfer Services (Ceyhan Arslan Travel Agency): $57
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $53
- İstanbul Airport Private Transfer Services: $83
- istanbul airport transfer: $24
- Viaport Theme Park Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $45
- VIP Experience: Transfers from Istanbul Airport to Anywhere: $75
- Turkish Night Tour with Meyhane Experience and Transfer: $117
- Transfer from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport(SAW)to Istanbul Port: $44
- Transfer from Hotels to Airports in Istanbul by Private Eco-Sedan: $50
- Solar Beach: Black Sea Day Trip with Transfers from Istanbul: $65
- Saw Sabiha Gokcen Airport Transfers for Old City & Taksim Hotels: $71
- Sabiha Gokcen Airport Transfer by Private Minivan + Meeting Service: $95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner
Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.37
- Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.42
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
- One-Way Transfer: Jaipur/Pushker/Jodhpur/Bikaner: $59
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur: $108
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Istanbul or Bikaner?
Prices for flights to both Bikaner and Istanbul 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 dayIstanbul $57Bikaner $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Istanbul Dinner Cruise Show: $20
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour: $22
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show: $22
- Bosphorus Night Cruise: Dinner, Drinks & Hotel Pickup: $25
- All Inclusive; Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Live Shows&Unlimited Drinks: $30
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table: $30
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Turkish Night Show Experience: $30
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Shows and Drinks: $30
- Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus View Tavern Dinner & Belly Dance Show: $30
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Istanbul with Turkish Night Show & Pickup: $30
- İstanbul Mega Lüfer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show - Pvt. Table: $30
- Bosphorus Turkish Night Show and Dinner Cruise with Private Table: $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Istanbul $37Bikaner $13
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- "Classic Wonders" Tour: $118
- 1 Perfect Day in Istanbul Private Guided Tour of the City’s Icons: $250
- 1 or 2 Day Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $80
- 1, 2 Or 3 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $160
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $295
- 1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour: $240
- 2 - Hours Bosphorus Yacht Cruise: $299
- 2 Continents Tour incl. Beylerbeyi Palace [full-day]: $172
- 2 Day Cappadocia Tour with Istanbul Flights &Hot Air Balloon Tour: $296
- 2 Hours Afternoon Bosphorus Cruise: $12
- 2 Hours Bosphorus Cruise ((MORNING TOUR)): $24
- 2-Day Sightseeing, 2 Continents, 3 Highlights & Bosphorus Cruise: $91
Tours and Activities in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $22
- Bikaner Sightseeing with Tour Guide - Custom Hours, Itinerary: $49
- Royal Trails of Bikaner (Guided Half Day City Tour): $65
- Highlights of Bikaner, Guided Half-Day Car Tour: $72
- Guided Bikaner City Tour With Drop Off at Jodhpur: $72
- Private Custom Tour: Bikaner Sightseeing with Guide: $96
- A Private Guided Tour in Bikaner: $115
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Bhandeshwari Jain Temple and Lunch: $118
- Horse Carriage (Tonga) Tour In The Old City Of Bikaner: $124
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIstanbul $10Bikaner $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Istanbul
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
- Pub Crawler VIP Entry Rooftop Bars&Clubs with Party Bus: $27
- Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience: $28
- Pub Crawl Original Istanbul Pub Crawl with Party Bus: $31
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries: $212
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Bikaner, we can see that Istanbul is more expensive. And not only is Bikaner much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Istanbul is in Europe and Bikaner is in Asia, 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 Bikaner would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bikaner 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 Istanbul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Istanbul than you might in Bikaner.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Istanbul Expensive? and Is Bikaner Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Istanbul or Bikaner?
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bikaner. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul and Bikaner, 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.
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.