Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Kotor?
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 Kotor. 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 Kotor?
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.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Kotor $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $107. 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 Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Kotor $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Kotor $104
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Kotor? 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 Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Kotor $9.92
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Tivat Airport (TIV) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Airport Transfer Tivat / Porto Montenegro to Lustica Bay: $153
- Airport Transfer Tivat / Porto Montenegro to Podgorica City: $272
- Deluxe private transfer from or to Portonovi: $52
- Enjoy Private Transfers by Car or Van from Tivat Airport to Kotor or Budva: $44
- Herceg Novi to Kotor one way transfer: $144
- Kotor Cruise Port to Podgorica Airport (TGD) - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Kotor Cruise Port to Podgorica hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Podgorica hotels: $297
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tivat hotels: $90
- Kotor to Dubrovnik one way transfer: $154
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor 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 $24Kotor $46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $203
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $226
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $262
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $306
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Kotor $8.92
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
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Walking Tour in Kotor : $22
- Kotor Old Town - City Walking Tour: $24
- Kotor Old Town Walking Tour: $24
- Panorama and Semi-Submarine Underwater Experience: $24
- Tour Kotor - Perast Old Town - Island Our Lady of the Rocks - Every 2 hours: $26
- Boat Tour to Perast Old Town & Our Lady of the Rocks: $27
- Whole Boka Bay Cruise with Ship Knez Lipovac: $33
- Kotor Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour: $33
- Blue Cave and Lady of the Rocks Boat Tour: $33
- Shore Excursion - Handwoven Carpet Workshop, Local wine and Kotor Old Town tour : $34
- Blue Cave Speedboat Tour from Kotor: $35
- Speedboat tour Kotor Blue Cave, Our Lady of the Rock,swiming: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Kotor $9.12
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 Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Private tour: Homemade food and wine tasting at my family home: $125
- Private National Park Lovcen with food and wine tasting: $136
- Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake): $251
- National Parks Skadar Lake and Lovcen+Wine tasting (Private tour): $260
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $428
When comparing the travel costs between Izmir and Kotor, we can see that Kotor 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 Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Kotor?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 470 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Kotor, 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 Kotor?
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 Kotor in the Summer?
Both Kotor and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Kotor in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Kotor in the summer. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Kotor fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Kotor. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Kotor during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Kotor. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Kotor 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Kotor in the Autumn?
Both Kotor and Izmir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Kotor for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Izmir is a little warmer than Kotor. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Izmir in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Kotor averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Kotor, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the autumn, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Kotor. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 203 hours of full sun.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Izmir usually gets less rain in October than Kotor. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Kotor 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Kotor in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Kotor. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Kotor because of the cuisine.
In January, Izmir is generally much warmer than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 9°C (48°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Kotor during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the winter. Izmir gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Izmir usually receives less rain than Kotor. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Kotor 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Kotor in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Kotor. Additionally, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
Izmir is a little warmer than Kotor in the spring. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Kotor fluctuates around 14°C (58°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 Kotor. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 194 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Kotor. Izmir usually gets less rain in April than Kotor. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Kotor 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kotor and Izmir
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
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