Which place is cheaper, Saint George's 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 Saint George's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Saint George's, 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 Saint George's?
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Istanbul Prices
Turkey PricesSaint George's Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIstanbul $151Saint George's $291
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $151, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is $291. 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 Saint George's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $70Saint George's $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $140Saint George's $350
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Saint George's
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul or Saint George's? 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 $33Saint George's $9.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Metro Cards$4.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Private Arrival Transfer: $69
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $51
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $63
- istanbul airport transfer: $51
- Viaport Aquapark Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $65
- Turkish Night Tour with Meyhane Experience and Transfer: $113
- Trusted Istanbul Airport Transfer to city center: $87
- Transfer from Istanbul Port to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport(SAW: $42
- Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Asia side İstanbul: $114
- Transfer from Hotels to Airports in Istanbul by Private Eco-Sedan: $74
- Transfer Istanbul City Center to Istanbul Ataturk Airport: $27
- Solar Beach: Black Sea Day Trip with Transfers from Istanbul: $63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Istanbul or Saint George's?
Prices for flights to both Saint George's 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 $55Saint George's $93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour: $21
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show: $21
- Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Optional 4 Course Dinner: $25
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Dance Shows with Private Table: $27
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience: $27
- Dinner and Turkish Night Show in Bosphorus Strait: $29
- Budget Evening Cruise: Dinner, Live Shows & Party: $29
- Bosphorus Night Cruise: Dinner, Drinks & Hotel Pickup: $29
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show Private Table: $29
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table: $30
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Shows and Drinks: $30
- All Inclusive; Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Live Shows&Unlimited Drinks: $30
Typical Food Prices in Saint George's
For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ginger Bun$0.56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Istanbul $37Saint George's $69
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- "Classic Wonders" Tour: $114
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $295
- 1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour: $240
- 2 Continents Tour incl. Beylerbeyi Palace [full-day]: $166
- 2 Day Cappadocia Tour with Istanbul Flights &Hot Air Balloon Tour: $286
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour with Hotel Flights and Hot Air Balloon: $200
- 2 Full Days Guided Istanbul City Tour With Skip the Line Entry: $195
- 2 Hours Afternoon Bosphorus Cruise: $11
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Through Istanbul's Old City: $13
- 2-Day Sightseeing, 2 Continents, 3 Highlights & Bosphorus Cruise: $97
- 2-Days Private Walking Tour in Istanbul: $300
- 2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul with Guide: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Saint George's's activities, tours, and tickets:
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9 Holes of Golf$22
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Evening Sailing Trip$15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIstanbul $9.97Saint George's $23
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: $26
- 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
- Taksim Pera Wine Tasting 3 Hour Guided Tour: $130
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries: $205
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Saint George's, we can see that Saint George's 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 Saint George's is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Saint George's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint George's 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 Saint George's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Istanbul or Saint George's?
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 1490 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul and Saint George's, 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.