Which place is cheaper, Toulouse or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Toulouse?
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 Toulouse. 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 Toulouse?
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.
Toulouse
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Toulouse $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Toulouse is $134. 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 Toulouse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Toulouse $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Toulouse $144
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Toulouse
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Toulouse? 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 Toulouse Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Toulouse $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Private Transfer From Izmir Airport to Pamukkale : $295
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bodrum: $294
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Bozbuk Bay (Akbuk) Hotels: $213
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Akbuk Hotels: $196
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Yalikoy (Didim) Hotels: $191
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bergama: $185
- Izmir Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $177
- Private Transfer from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Didim: $167
- Izmir International Airport (ADB): Private Transfer to Çeşme: $167
- Izmir International Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Transfer from Izmir to Fethiye: $153
- Bodrum Akyaka Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $147
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse
Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $41
- Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Luxury Van: $92
- Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $87
- Private transfer your alternative to taxi for your travels: $93
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
- Transfer Toulouse to Carcassonne center: $240
- Transfer from BLAGNAC Airport to all other destinations in Toulouse: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Toulouse?
Prices for flights to both Toulouse 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 $24Toulouse $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $52
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $76
- Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $105
- Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Toulouse $16
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 Toulouse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
- Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.13
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $5.29
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Toulouse Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $6.56
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Toulouse's Timeless Splendor: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
- Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $16
- Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Minibus: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Toulouse $8.04
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
- 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 Toulouse
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
- Pub Crawl Toulouse: $20
- From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $530
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse 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 Toulouse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Toulouse?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?
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 Toulouse in the Summer?
Both Toulouse and Izmir during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 28°C (82°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In Toulouse, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the summer, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 275 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in July than Toulouse. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Toulouse 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Toulouse in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Toulouse. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.
Izmir is a little warmer than Toulouse in the autumn. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Toulouse fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during autumn. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Izmir usually receives less rain than Toulouse. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Toulouse 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Toulouse in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Toulouse. Additionally, many travelers come to Toulouse for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Izmir is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the winter temperatures in Izmir in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Toulouse averages at about 6°C (44°F).
In the winter, Izmir often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 88 hours of full sun.
Izmir receives a lot of rain in the winter. Izmir usually gets more rain in January than Toulouse. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Toulouse 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Toulouse in the Spring?
Both Toulouse and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Toulouse in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Izmir is generally a little warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 16°C (61°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during spring. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Izmir usually receives less rain than Toulouse. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Toulouse 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Toulouse and Izmir
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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