Which place is cheaper, Sorrento or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Sorrento?
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 Sorrento. 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 Sorrento?
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.
Sorrento
Sorrento is a popular travel destination in Campania, Italy. The city has nice architecture and many shops and outdoor cafes you can enjoy. Its access via the Circumvesuviana rail system make it a great base for visiting Pompeii and Ercolano.
The city has a Mediterranean climate that has mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The pleasant climate make it a popular destination year around, although you can expect crowds during the peak summer months.
You'll find no shortage of hotels and hostels in town as the city's economy is very much dependent on tourism. Hostels are generally clean and comfortable, but they may be more expensive than you expect. If you travel during the low season you're likely to save some money even if the weather isn't as nice. Mid range hotel rooms are usually smaller than their American counterparts, but they are clean and nice and often come with a complimentary breakfast. The same can generally be said for more expensive hotels.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Adventure Tours to Italy, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Sorrento $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Sorrento is $150. 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 Sorrento in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Sorrento $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Sorrento $192
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Sorrento
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Sorrento? 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 Sorrento Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Sorrento $8.10
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:
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Local Bus Ticket$4.50
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Ferry to Capri (Round Trip)$38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:
- Aurora car service Transfers from Sorrento to Naples / viceversa: $83
- From Positano/Praiano: Private 1-Way Transfer to Sorrento: $214
- From Path of The Gods Hiking & Transfer with Guide: $80
- From Positano and Amalfi Boat Trip with Transfer: $149
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Amalfi or Ravello: $197
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Naples: $171
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Positano: $134
- Full Day Guided Tour in Capri by Boat with Transfer: $119
- God's Path Guide & Transfers included!!: $196
- Naples Airport (NAP): Private One-Way Transfer from Sorrento: $235
- Naples: Private transfer to Sorrento one way: $235
- Naples: Transfer to Sorrento visit Pompeii Along the way 2H: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Sorrento?
Prices for flights to both Sorrento 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 $24Sorrento $41
Typical Food Prices in Sorrento
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:
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Pizza$6.43
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$46
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sorrento
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sorrento.
- Private Virtual Cooking Class from Sorrento : $33
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class and Wine Tasting: $48
- Sorrento Art & Food Tour on Breathless 'Views Village: $50
- Pizza Making Class at Tirabusciò Cooking School: $64
- Pizza Making Class: $64
- Sorrento Pizza Making: $65
- Pizza Making Course: $70
- Dinner in Sorrento with Love, Laugh and Spaghetti: $70
- Pizza School Experience from Sorrento: $71
- Farm Visit with Pizza Lesson, Wine, and Limoncello: $75
- Pizza School with Wine and Limoncello Tasting in a Local Farm: $76
- Private Cooking Class in Sant'Agnello: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Sorrento $35
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sorrento
Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Chair & Umbrella at Beach$11
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Bike Rental (24 Hours)$21
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Scuba Diving (Single Dive)$48
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Blue Mini Cruise$24
Tours and Activities in Sorrento
Here are a few actual costs in Sorrento for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capri: Boat Tour, Priority Tickets & Blue Grotto (Optional): $26
- Private tour of limoncello igp with tasting by the sea: $27
- Pompeii Express Tour by Train from Sorrento: $32
- Lemon Garden Tour with Marmalade Tasting: $32
- Guided Walking Tour and Limoncello Tasting: $37
- 3 Hour Walking Tour of Sorrento with Local Food Tasting: $39
- Sorrento Lemon Tour: $43
- Kayak tour from Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna: $44
- Sorrento Lemon Tour and tasting of local products: $44
- Inlaid wood Factory Tour: $44
- From Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise: $48
- Skip-the-Line Pompeii Express Tour by Train: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Sorrento $9.34
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$11
Sample the Local Flavors in Sorrento
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sorrento:
- Walking Tour Wine Tasting and Typical Products in Sorrento Farm: $71
- Campania wine tasting with traditional foods: $75
- Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $97
- Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting : $98
- Small Group Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $104
- From Mount Vesuvius Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting: $107
- Wine Tasting Including Lunch: $108
- Lemon, Olive Oil and Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $109
- From Full-Day Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour: $136
- Full Day Small Group Pompeii Tour from Sorrento with Local Wine Tasting: $139
- Pompeii Guided Tour & Wine tasting + Easy lunch: $185
- Guided Tour of Pompei and Wine Tasting from Sorrento: $205
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Sorrento, we can see that Sorrento 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 Sorrento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sorrento 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 Sorrento Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Sorrento?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Sorrento. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Sorrento, 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 Sorrento?
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 Sorrento in the Summer?
Both Sorrento and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Sorrento because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Izmir is a little warmer than Sorrento in the summer. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Sorrento fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Sorrento. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Sorrento during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Sorrento receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Sorrento. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Sorrento 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Sorrento in the Autumn?
Both Sorrento and Izmir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Sorrento this time of year.
In the autumn, Izmir is a little warmer than Sorrento. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Izmir in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Sorrento averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the autumn, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Sorrento. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sorrento receives 189 hours of full sun.
Sorrento gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Izmir usually gets less rain in October than Sorrento. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Sorrento 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Sorrento in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Sorrento. Also, many travelers come to Sorrento for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Sorrento. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 9°C (48°F), and Sorrento fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Sorrento during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Sorrento receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sorrento receives a lot of rain in the winter. Izmir gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Izmir usually receives more rain than Sorrento. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Sorrento 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Sorrento in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Sorrento. Also, many visitors come to Sorrento in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Izmir is a little warmer than Sorrento in the spring. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Sorrento fluctuates around 13°C (55°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 Sorrento. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sorrento receives 189 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in April than Sorrento. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Sorrento 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Sorrento and Izmir
| Izmir | Sorrento | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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