Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Istanbul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Istanbul or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Costa de Prata, 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 Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIstanbul $126Costa de Prata $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $126, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is $162. 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 Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $47Costa de Prata $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $94Costa de Prata $166
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul or Costa de Prata? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Istanbul $55Costa de Prata $57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Ferry$0.09
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Local Bus$0.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Private Arrival Transfer : $56
- İstanbul New Airport Transfer : $87
- İstanbul Airport Transfer(Airport to Hotel,Hotel to Airport): $62
- İstanbul Airport Transfer : Your reliable & Stress-Free ride: $55
- İstanbul Airport Private Transfer: $76
- istanbul airport transfer: $27
- VIP Transfer from Hotel, Airbnb To Istanbul Airport: $60
- VIP Transfer from Hotel to Airport in Istanbul: $27
- Two Ways Sabiha Gokcen Airport VIP Transfer: $87
- Two Ways Istanbul Airport VIP Transfer: $98
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Istanbul HTL-APT (SAW): $52
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Istanbul APT-HTL (SAW): $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Istanbul or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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 $31Costa de Prata $47
Typical Food Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Juice$0.06
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Turkish Delight$0.02
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Dessert$0.26
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Pastries$0.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show from Istanbul: $16
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table: $17
- Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table: $17
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise , Unlimited Drinks, & Show: $21
- Bosphorus Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Show: $25
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Turkish Night Show: $26
- Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Dinner & Entertainment: $27
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks and Shows: $28
- Dinner Cruise Bosphorus with Hotel Transfer: $28
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Turkish Night Show: $29
- Half Day Sunset Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise Tour in Istanbul: $29
- 3 Hour Ottoman Dinner Cruise in Istanbul : $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Istanbul $79Costa de Prata $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Istanbul are as follows:
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Bosphurus Boat (for 2)$0.62
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Yerebatan Cistern for Two$0.62
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Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts for Two$0.31
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Hagia Sofia entrance$0.93
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- 4 Hours Private Highlights Tour Of Istanbul: $273
- All in One Day Istanbul - Historical Tour of Istanbul with Bosphorus Cruise: $164
- Full Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour: $42
- Green Bursa ~ Uludag Mountain, private Tour;Solo ;Groups: $60
- Hippodrome and Blue Mosque Guided Tour: $8.73
- Istanbul Half Day City Tour (Ottoman Relics): $55
- City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque: $35
- Must - See Istanbul Stops 1: Half Day Morning Tour: $139
- 1 Day Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $68
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $250
- 2 Continents Tour incl. Beylerbeyi Palace [full-day]: $218
- 2 Days Private Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul: $432
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIstanbul $15Costa de Prata $8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Istanbul
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
- Istanbul Pub Crawl Big Nightout . Rooftop parties,party Bus & Nightlife: $22
- Istanbul 7-Hour Pub Crawl: Big Night Out: $27
- Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience: $27
- Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus: $29
- Wine Tasting Experience in Istanbul : $50
- Istanbul Wine Tasting at Home with Local Family: $80
- 2-Day Wine Tasting Tour along the Thracian Wine Route: $180
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries : $245
- Istanbul Private and Guided, Food and Wine Tasting Tour: $430
- Luxury Wine Tasting on a Private Yacht: $844
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata is more expensive. And not only is Istanbul much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Istanbul would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Istanbul 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata than you might in Istanbul.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Istanbul Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul or Costa de Prata?
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 Istanbul or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
Both Costa de Prata and Istanbul during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Istanbul in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Istanbul is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the summer temperatures in Istanbul in July average around 24°C (74°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Istanbul. In the summer, Istanbul often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 333 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun.
Istanbul usually gets more rain in July than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIstanbul 24°C (74°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Istanbul and Costa de Prata. Most visitors come to Istanbul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Istanbul is generally cooler than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Istanbul average around 16°C (61°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Istanbul usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during autumn. Istanbul gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Costa de Prata receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIstanbul 16°C (61°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Istanbul as well as Costa de Prata. The winter months attract visitors to Istanbul because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Istanbul is much colder than Costa de Prata in the winter. The daily temperature in Istanbul averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Istanbul often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 75 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Istanbul usually gets less rain in January than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIstanbul 6°C (43°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
Both Costa de Prata and Istanbul are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Istanbul this time of year.
In the spring, Istanbul is cooler than Costa de Prata. Typically, the spring temperatures in Istanbul in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa de Prata. Istanbul usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during spring. Istanbul gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Istanbul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIstanbul 13°C (55°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Istanbul
| Istanbul | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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