Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Izmir or Fethiye?
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 Fethiye. 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 Fethiye?
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.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, and The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Fethiye $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $109. 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 Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Fethiye $48
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Fethiye $96
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Fethiye? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Fethiye $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Private Transfer From Izmir Airport to Pamukkale : $294
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bodrum: $294
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye-Oludeniz Hotels: $228
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Bozbuk Bay (Akbuk) Hotels: $212
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Akbuk Hotels: $196
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Yalikoy (Didim) Hotels: $190
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bergama: $185
- Izmir Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
- Izmir International Airport (ADB): Private Transfer to Çeşme: $166
- Izmir International Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Transfer from Izmir to Fethiye: $152
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
-
Local Bus$0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $287
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $114
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $76
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $71
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $70
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $81
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $74
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $118
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $266
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye 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
-
Food Meals for one dayIzmir $24Fethiye $35
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
-
Fruit$0.22
-
Soda$0.09
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Fethiye $38
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotels: $100
- Small Group Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Hotels: $126
- 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: $1,063
- Alaçatı And Çeşme Private Tour: $100
- Ancient Pergamon Tour From Izmir: $282
- Aphrodisias & Laodicea & Pamukkale Tour: $212
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $56
- Biblical Ephesus, Mother Mary House, St John Basilica and Temple of Artemis Tour from Izmir with Private Guide: $271
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $174
- Customized Ephesus Private Tour / FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY: $150
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
-
Paragliding$7.42
-
Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.17
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $28
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $30
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour Including Lunch: $31
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
- Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $38
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40
- Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour in Saklıkent Gorge with Lunch: $41
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Fethiye $17
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
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Mother's Mary House and visit to old village Sirince with wine tasting: $151
When comparing the travel costs between Izmir and Fethiye, we can see that Fethiye 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 Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Fethiye?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Fethiye, 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 Fethiye?
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 Fethiye in the Summer?
Both Fethiye and Izmir during the summer are popular places to visit.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Fethiye in the summer. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the summer, Izmir often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in July than Fethiye. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Fethiye.
In the autumn, Izmir is around the same temperature as Fethiye. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Izmir in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Fethiye averages at about 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye 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 Fethiye during autumn. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Izmir usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Fethiye in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Fethiye.
In January, Izmir is generally cooler than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 9°C (48°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Izmir often gets less sunshine than Fethiye. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Fethiye. Izmir receives a lot of rain in the winter. Izmir usually gets more rain in January than Fethiye. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Fethiye in the spring. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives less sunshine than Fethiye during spring. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Izmir usually receives more rain than Fethiye. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Izmir
| Izmir | Fethiye | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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.