Which place is cheaper, Mysore 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 Mysore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Mysore, 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 Mysore?
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.
Mysore
Also known as Mysuru, Mysore is the state of Karnataka's second biggest city behind Bangalore (also called Bengaluru) in southern India. Its landmark attraction is the Mysore Palace, though it also features memorable temples, markets, and a renowned annual festival in September-October.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.
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Istanbul Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIstanbul $157Mysore $37
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $157, while the average daily cost in Mysore is $37. 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 Mysore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $73Mysore $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $146Mysore $26
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Mysore
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul or Mysore? 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 Mysore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Istanbul $34Mysore $7.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Metro Cards$4.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Airport and Hotel Transfer: $60
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $51
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $88
- İstanbul Airport Private Transfer Services: $82
- Viaport Theme Park Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $45
- Viaport Lion Park Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $150
- Viaport Aquapark Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $65
- VIP Experience: Transfers from Istanbul Airport to Anywhere: $75
- VIP Daily Transfer from the Istanbul Airport to Istanbul City: $93
- VIP Airport Transfer: $53
- Unlimited Vialand Theme Park Access with Hotel Transfers: $76
- Turkish Night Tour with Meyhane Experience and Transfer: $116
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mysore
Also for Mysore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Mysore to Bangalore Airport: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Istanbul or Mysore?
Prices for flights to both Mysore 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 $58Mysore $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Pay-As-You-Go Food Tour: Europe & Asia Continents & Local Markets: $5.83
- Istanbul Food Tour 30 Tasting Stops with Audio Maps Written Guide: $8.00
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour: $26
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Dance Shows with Private Table: $28
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience: $28
- Bosphorus Night Cruise: Dinner, Drinks & Hotel Pickup: $29
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Folk Dance and Live Performances: $29
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show Private Table: $29
- Dinner and Turkish Night Show in Bosphorus Strait: $29
- İstanbul Mega Lüfer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show - Pvt. Table: $30
- Istanbul Night Life : Bosphorus Dinner Cruise - Unlimited Drinks: $31
- Bosphorus Evening Cruise: Dinner, Live Shows & Private Table: $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Istanbul $38Mysore $8.16
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- "Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure": $149
- 1 Istanbul Tour: Highlights, Street Food & Hidden Pearls: $280
- 1 or 2 Day Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $80
- 1, 2 Or 3 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $160
- 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL: $130
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $295
- 1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour: $240
- 10 Tastings of Istanbul Foodie Tour: $105
- 2 Day Cappadocia Tour with Istanbul Flights &Hot Air Balloon Tour: $292
- 2 Hours Afternoon Bosphorus Cruise: $12
- 2 Hours Bosphorus Cruise with Audio Guide: $14
- 2 Hours Small Group Guided Bosphorus Luxury Yacht Cruise: $41
Tours and Activities in Mysore
For Mysore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mysore City Bike Tour Morning 3.5 Hours: Mysore By Cycle: $11
- Banglore: Mysore Palace Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $18
- Mysuru Dasara Walking Tour: $23
- Mysore Walking Tour - Stories, Culture and Food galore!: $30
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour of the City: $40
- Mysore Tuk-Tuk Tours: $44
- Mysore By Cycle Cultural and Heritage Bike Tour: $45
- Immersive walk in Mysore by tourism ministry approved company: $50
- Palace, Art Gallery & Devaraja Market Walking Tour: $51
- Unique In-Home Dining Experience in Mysore with a Local: $66
- Nature Trails of Mysore (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour): $72
- Palaces, Markets & UNESCO Somanathapura Temple Tour: $77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIstanbul $10Mysore $8.36
Sample the Local Flavors in Istanbul
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
- Istanbul Pub Crawl: Bars, Dancefloors, & Beyond: $18
- 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: $30
- Istanbul Wine Tasting at Home with Local Family: $78
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries: $209
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Mysore, we can see that Istanbul is more expensive. And not only is Mysore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Istanbul is in Europe and Mysore 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 Mysore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mysore 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 Mysore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Istanbul Expensive? and Is Mysore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Istanbul or Mysore?
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Mysore. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul and Mysore, 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.