Which place is cheaper, Lucknow or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Lucknow?
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 Lucknow. 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 Lucknow?
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.
Lucknow
Lucknow, located in the central region of Awadh, is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. With a very rich cultural and historical past, Lucknow has been at the heart of North Indian culture for many centuries. It thrives in areas of art, cuisine, dance, culture, music, and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, and The Best Luxury Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Lucknow $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Lucknow is $46. 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 Lucknow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Lucknow $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Lucknow $38
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Lucknow
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Lucknow? 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 Lucknow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Lucknow $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- İzmir Airport Private Transfer Service: $50
- VIP Private Transfer | Izmir Airport to Kusadasi or Selcuk: $46
- Transfer İzmir Airport to/from Kusadasi City Center Area: $75
- Transfer to Izmir airport from Kusadasi: $76
- 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
- Private Transfer: Izmir Airport (ADB) to Izmir : $44
- Private Transfer | IZMIR City Hotels - Izmir AIRPORT: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow
Also for Lucknow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Agra to Lucknow Transfer: $100
- Lucknow 3-Days Private Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $277
- Lucknow Airport Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $42
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Lucknow?
Prices for flights to both Lucknow 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 $24Lucknow $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner With A Maharaja In Lucknow: $272
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Lucknow $14
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
- 5 Days Seven Churches Tour Turkey: $1,075
- Alaçatı And Çeşme Private Tour: $100
- Ancient Pergamon Tour From Izmir: $283
- 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: $175
- Customized Ephesus Private Tour / FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY: $150
- Daily Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Tour from Izmir: $147
Tours and Activities in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Lucknow Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.63
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Night Walk Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Heritage Lucknow Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
- Lucknow Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $25
- Private Ayodhya & Ram Mandir Temple Tour: $47
- 8 Hour: Lucknow Full day City Sightseeing Trip: $61
- Custom Private Lucknow Sightseeing Trip with Guided Trip: $61
- Lucknow Treasures: A Full-Day Private City Tour: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Lucknow $7.04
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: $152
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucknow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucknow:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Lucknow, we can see that Izmir is more expensive. And not only is Lucknow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Izmir is in Europe and Lucknow is in Asia, 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 Lucknow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lucknow 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 Izmir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Izmir than you might in Lucknow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Lucknow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Lucknow?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Lucknow. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Lucknow, 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.