Which place is cheaper, Mamaia or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Mamaia?
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 Mamaia. 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 Mamaia?
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.
Mamaia
The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Mamaia $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Mamaia is $64. 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 Mamaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Mamaia $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Mamaia $50
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Mamaia
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Mamaia? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Mamaia $27
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 Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $218
- Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $251
- Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Mamaia?
Prices for flights to both Mamaia 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 $24Mamaia $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Mamaia $13
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 Mamaia
For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21
- Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $86
- One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Mamaia $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 Mamaia
Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Mamaia, we can see that Izmir is more expensive. And not only is Mamaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mamaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mamaia 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 Mamaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Mamaia Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Izmir or Mamaia?
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 Mamaia in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Mamaia.
In the summer, Izmir is a little warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the summer temperatures in Izmir in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Mamaia averages at about 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mamaia. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the summer, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 320 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in July than Mamaia. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Mamaia 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Mamaia in the Autumn?
Both Mamaia and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 19°C (67°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during autumn. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 182 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Izmir usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Mamaia 14°C (56°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Mamaia in the Winter?
Both Mamaia and Izmir during the winter are popular places to visit.
Mamaia can be very cold during winter. Izmir is much warmer than Mamaia in the winter. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Mamaia fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).
In the winter, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 83 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually gets more rain in January than Mamaia. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Mamaia 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Mamaia in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Mamaia.
In the spring, Izmir is much warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the spring temperatures in Izmir in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Mamaia averages at about 10°C (51°F).
In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during spring. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Izmir usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Mamaia 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Mamaia and Izmir
| Izmir | Mamaia | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
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