Which place is cheaper, Montpellier or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Montpellier?
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 Montpellier. 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 Montpellier?
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.
Montpellier
Montpellier is the 8th largest city of France, and also has been the fastest growing city in the country over the past 25 years. Graceful and easy-going, Montpellier is a stylish metropolis with elegant buildings, grand hotels, private mansions, stately boulevards and shady backstreets, and gorgeous white-sand beaches on its doorstep. Unlike many southern towns, Montpellier has no Roman heritage. Instead it was founded in the 10th century by the counts of Toulouse and later became a prosperous trading port as well as a scholarly center - Europe's first medical school was established here in the 12th century. The population swelled in the 1960s when many French settlers left independent Algeria and relocated here, and it's now France's fastest-growing city and one of its most multicultural areas. Students make up over a third of the population, giving it a spirited vibe.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, and The Best 2-Week Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Montpellier $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Montpellier is $126. 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 Montpellier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Montpellier $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Montpellier $148
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Montpellier
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Montpellier? 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 Montpellier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Montpellier $28
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 Montpellier
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montpellier:
- Montpellier Private Transfer from Montpellier city centre to Montpellier Airport: $74
- Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport Transfer: $64
- Private Transfer from Sète Cruise Port to Marseille city hotels: $131
- Transfer Montpellier Airport and Beziers Airport: $49
- Transfer from Sète Port to Marseille Provence Airport MRS: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Montpellier?
Prices for flights to both Montpellier 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 $24Montpellier $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montpellier
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montpellier.
- Guided Food Tour With Local Snacks and Wine: $91
- Montpellier Food Tour: $93
- From Pic Saint-Loup Wine and Food Tour: $102
- Cooking workshop: $106
- Private cooking class with specialized chefs Montpellier: $108
- Fusion Food Cooking Class: $428
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Montpellier $13
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 Montpellier
Here are a few actual costs in Montpellier for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Legendary Montpellier, flexible legends and storytelling tour: $16
- CityTour and Photo Portraits Souvenirs in Montpellier: $38
- Half-Day Hiking Tour of Pic Saint Loup & Picnic: $64
- From Wine and Olive Tour: $75
- Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Wine and Olive Tour from Montpellier: $80
- From Half-Day Vineyard & Pic Saint-Loup Tour: $80
- Montpellier Wine and Oyster Tour: $86
- Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Wine and Oyster Tour from Montpellier: $95
- Winetour & food experience in Pic St Loup: $107
- Saint-Guilhem village and cave day tour : $142
- Photoshoot Experience: $159
- Private 2-hour Walking Tour of the Historical Center of Montpellier: $161
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Montpellier $16
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 Montpellier
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montpellier:
- The Châteaux of Grès de Montpellier & Wine Tasting: $80
- Small-Group Half-Day Châteaux of Montpellier Wine Tour: $84
- Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour from Montpellier: $84
- Wine tour in Pic Saint-Loup area: $142
- Half-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $155
- Montpellier : half day wine tour in Camargue: $159
- Private Half-Day Languedoc Wine Tour from Sète: $240
- Sète: Private Half–Day Wine Tour: $353
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Montpellier, we can see that Montpellier 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 Montpellier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montpellier 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 Montpellier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Montpellier?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Montpellier. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Montpellier, 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 Montpellier?
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 Montpellier in the Summer?
Both Montpellier and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Montpellier this time of year.
In July, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Montpellier. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 28°C (82°F), and Montpellier fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Montpellier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montpellier during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Montpellier receives 351 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Montpellier. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Montpellier receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Montpellier 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Montpellier in the Autumn?
Both Montpellier and Izmir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Montpellier for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Izmir is a little warmer than Montpellier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Montpellier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the autumn, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Montpellier. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montpellier receives 187 hours of full sun.
Montpellier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Izmir usually gets less rain in October than Montpellier. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Montpellier receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Montpellier 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Montpellier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Montpellier. Also, many visitors come to Montpellier in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Izmir is a little warmer than Montpellier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Izmir in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Montpellier averages at about 7°C (44°F).
Izmir usually receives less sunshine than Montpellier during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Montpellier receives 147 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 Montpellier. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Montpellier receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Montpellier 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Montpellier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Montpellier. Also, most visitors come to Montpellier for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Montpellier. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 16°C (61°F), and Montpellier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montpellier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the spring, Izmir often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Montpellier. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montpellier receives 230 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in April than Montpellier. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Montpellier receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Montpellier 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Montpellier and Izmir
| Izmir | Montpellier | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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