Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Hamburg?
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 Hamburg. 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 Hamburg?
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.
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Hamburg $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is $125. 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 Hamburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Hamburg $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Hamburg $116
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Hamburg
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Hamburg? 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 Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Hamburg $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Izmir Airport - Kusadasi Private Transfer: $100
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB to Izmir by Van: $41
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Izmir by Minibus: $46
- Balikesir Airport Transfers to Balikesir Ayvalik Hotels: $93
- Bodrum Airport Luxury Private Minivan By Meet Transfer : $42
- Bodrum Akyaka Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $147
- Canakkale Airport Transfers to Lapseki Hotels: $87
- Dalaman Airport Transfer Vip & Private : $57
- Ephesus Guided Tour From Izmir With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $130
- From Izmir Airport: One-way Private Transfer to Alacati: $96
- From Izmir Airport: One-way Private Transfer to Kusadasi: $88
- From Ephesus Guided Day Trip with Transfer & Lunch: $106
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket$1.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg hotels to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $118
- Arrival Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $41
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City: $108
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City: $86
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport HAM: $108
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport HAM: $86
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $92
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Private Transfer to Hamburg hotels: $176
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Hamburg?
Prices for flights to both Hamburg 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 $24Hamburg $37
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls$16
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites$5.36
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Donner Kebab and Coke$6.43
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer$16
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Donner Kebab Lunch$4.29
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Sandwich and Coffee Break$6.43
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market$3.75
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Coffee and Donut$4.29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Hamburg $42
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Olive Oil Tasting Experience in Turkey : $3.16
- Quick Tour, Essentials of Izmir With Audio Guide: $6.00
- Mini Group Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour (Max. 10 guests): $25
- Skip Line Private Ephesus- Temple Of Artemis-Virgin Mary Tour: $32
- PRIVATE PHOTO TOUR IN IZMIR - Photo & Video Experience in iZMiR: $49
- Half-Day Izmir City Tour: $55
- Ephesus Tour: $56
- "Ephesus tours" the "house of virgin mary tours" Tours from KUSADASI CRUİSE PORT: $67
- Deluxe Ephesus with Terrace Houses tour from Izmir Hotel , Cruise Ports, Airport: $69
- Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House from Izmir Hotels , Airport ,Cruise Port: $69
- Izmir City Tour: $70
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $70
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church$3.75
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Speicherstadt and HafenCity": $3.20
- Selfguided Audiotour "Old Town and City Center": $3.20
- Deutsche Hafen & St.Pauli Bezahl-Was-ihr-wollt Tour zu Fuß: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Harbor&St. Pauli Pay-What-You-Want 2-Hour Walking Tour: $3.21
- English Hamburg City Center Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- German Hamburg Historic City Center Pay-What-You-Want Tour: $3.21
- English Harbor&St.Pauli Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.26
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in St. Pauli: $4.60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Hamburg $19
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 Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Hamburg, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Izmir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Izmir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Izmir 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Izmir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Hamburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Hamburg?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Hamburg. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Izmir or Hamburg in the Summer?
Both Hamburg and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Izmir is generally much warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 28°C (82°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Hamburg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Hamburg 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Hamburg in the Autumn?
Both Hamburg and Izmir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Izmir is much warmer than Hamburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the autumn, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in October than Hamburg. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Hamburg 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Hamburg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Hamburg. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Hamburg can be very cold. In the winter, Izmir is much warmer than Hamburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Izmir in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Hamburg averages at about 0°C (33°F).
Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
Izmir gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Izmir usually receives more rain than Hamburg. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Hamburg 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Hamburg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Hamburg. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
In April, Izmir is generally much warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 16°C (61°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the spring, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in April than Hamburg. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Hamburg 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Hamburg and Izmir
| Izmir | Hamburg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 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.