Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Podgorica?
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 Podgorica. 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Podgorica $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $112. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Podgorica $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Podgorica $98
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Podgorica $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Izmir Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Izmir City: $21
- Private Transfer from Izmir city Hotels to Izmir Cruise Port: $25
- Izmir Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer - Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB to Izmir Port: $26
- Private Transfer - Izmir Port to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB: $26
- Private Transfer from Izmir Hotels to Izmir Cruise Port: $28
- Private Airport Transfers: From Göcek to Dalaman Airport: $40
- Izmir Airport (ADB) to Çeşme, Alaçatı - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB to Izmir by Van: $41
- Bodrum Airport Luxury Private Minivan By Meet Transfer : $42
- Izmir Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Cesme: $43
- Private Transfer: Izmir Airport (ADB) to Izmir : $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 $24Podgorica $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Podgorica $22
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Podgorica $21
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When comparing the travel costs between Izmir and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica 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 Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Podgorica?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
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 Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Podgorica.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Podgorica.
In the autumn, Izmir is a little warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Izmir in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the autumn, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Izmir usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Izmir is generally much warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 9°C (48°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. It's quite rainy in Izmir. In January, Izmir usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Izmir during the spring are popular places to visit.
Izmir is a little warmer than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the spring, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Izmir usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Izmir
| Izmir | Podgorica | |||
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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) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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