Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Istanbul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Montreal, 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.
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.
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $126, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $210. 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 Montreal in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Istanbul are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Istanbul are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Istanbul much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Istanbul is in Europe and Montreal is in North America, 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 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal 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 Montreal Expensive?.
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Montreal. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul and Montreal, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Istanbul as well as Montreal. Most visitors come to Istanbul for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Istanbul is generally a little warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Istanbul average around 24°C (74°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montreal. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Istanbul this time of the year. In the summer, Istanbul often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Istanbul gets 333 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun.
Istanbul usually gets less rain in July than Montreal. Istanbul gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Montreal and Istanbul are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Istanbul because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Istanbul is much warmer than Montreal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Istanbul averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Istanbul usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during autumn. Istanbul gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Montreal. Istanbul gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Montreal and Istanbul during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Istanbul this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Montreal. In the winter, Istanbul is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Istanbul in January average around 6°C (43°F), and Montreal averages at about -10°C (14°F).
In the winter, Istanbul often gets less sunshine than Montreal. Istanbul gets 75 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun.
Istanbul usually gets more rain in January than Montreal. Istanbul gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Istanbul and Montreal. Many travelers come to Istanbul for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Istanbul is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Istanbul average around 13°C (55°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Istanbul usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal during spring. Istanbul gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Montreal. Istanbul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Istanbul | Montreal | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
May | 17°C (63°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 21°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Dec | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |