Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Izmir and Coimbra. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Izmir or Coimbra?
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Coimbra $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $110. 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 Izmir and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Coimbra $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Coimbra $94
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Coimbra? 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: Izmir Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Coimbra $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- izmir kusadasi transfer: $82
- Vip Airport Transfer: $98
- VIP Private Transfer | Izmir Airport to Kusadasi or Selcuk: $46
- Transfer İzmir Airport to/from Kusadasi City Center Area: $75
- Transfer to Kusadasi from Izmir Airport: $75
- Transfer from Izmir to Fethiye: $153
- Transfer From izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Selcuk Ephesus: $82
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Gümüldür, Seferihisar: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Gümüldür, Seferihisar: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
- Private Transfer: Izmir to Izmir Airport (ADB) : $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Izmir 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 dayIzmir $24Coimbra $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chanfana: Cooking Traditional Portuguese Cuisine Experience: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Coimbra $19
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Highlights of Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port : $131
- Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotels: $100
- Small Group Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Hotels: $126
- "Ephesus tours" the "house of virgin mary tours" Tours from KUSADASI CRUİSE PORT: $67
- 1 Day Ephesus And Pamukkale Tour From Izmir By A Local Expert: $300
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour Highlights of Ephesus from Izmir: $169
- 5 Days Seven Churches Tour Turkey: $1,068
- Ancient Pergamon Tour From Izmir: $282
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour from Izmir: $280
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $70
- Biblical Ephesus, Mother Mary House, St John Basilica and Temple of Artemis Tour from Izmir with Private Guide: $272
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $174
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Historical Highlights: $6.99
- Tomar: Unveiling the Templar Order with a Self-Guided Tour: $7.62
- Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $7.65
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Tomar Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Discover Coimbra's Legacy through a Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Portugal dos Pequenitos entry ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Coimbra $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $98
- Wine Tour with Metropolis Ancient City: $114
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Mother's Mary House and visit to old village Sirince with wine tasting: $152
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Portugal: $27
When comparing the travel costs between Izmir and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Coimbra?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Coimbra, 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.
When is the best time to visit Izmir or Coimbra?
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 Izmir or Coimbra in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Coimbra.
In July, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 28°C (82°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the summer, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in July than Coimbra. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Coimbra in the Autumn?
Both Coimbra and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Coimbra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. In October, Izmir usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Coimbra in the Winter?
Both Coimbra and Izmir during the winter are popular places to visit.
In the winter, Izmir is cooler than Coimbra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Izmir in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Coimbra averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Izmir often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Coimbra. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
Coimbra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Coimbra. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Coimbra in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Coimbra.
In April, Izmir is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 16°C (61°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Coimbra this time of the year. In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Izmir usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Coimbra during spring. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Izmir usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Izmir
| Izmir | Coimbra | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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