Which place is cheaper, Bodrum or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Bodrum?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Bodrum, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Bodrum?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Religious Tours in Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $162Bodrum $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $162, while the average daily cost in Bodrum is $76. 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 Jerusalem and Bodrum in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $79Bodrum $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $158Bodrum $66
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Bodrum
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Bodrum? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Bodrum Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $8.32Bodrum $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.92
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Light Rail Jerusalem$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $285
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Smooth Private Transfer: Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge: $230
- Secure Private Transfer: Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Service: $228
- Tel Aviv to/from Jerusalem - One Way Private Intercity Transfers: $219
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Tel Aviv Airport: $130
- Jerusalem Private Transfer to Allaenby Bridge: $130
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (From/To) One Way Intercity Transfers: $100
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $93
- Private Transfer From Amman or Dead Sea To Petra and Wadi Rum: $85
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $85
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Traditional Turkish Hamam with Hotel or Port Transfer – Bodrum: $22
- Bodrum to Kos Roundtrip Ferry Tickets with Hotel Transfers: $25
- From Ferry Transfer to Kos: $28
- Orak Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Optional Transfer: $28
- Bodrum Orak Island Boat Trip Include Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $30
- İzmir Airport - Kuşadası / İzmir Center : Private Transfer: $31
- Turkish Bath and Spa Experience with Hotel Transfers: $37
- Bodrum Hotel to Bodrum Airport private Transfer w local Company: $41
- From Private Village Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $41
- Private Departure Transfer: Central Bodrum or Bodrum Peninsula Hotels to Bodrum Airport: $44
- Full-Day Jeep Safari with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $44
- Bodrum Private Airport Transfer Service: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Bodrum?
Prices for flights to both Bodrum and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $68Bodrum $29
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$3.32
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Watermelon$4.98
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Lunch$15
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Food at Market$19
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Juice$3.32
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Bagels$9.96
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Lunch for 2$18
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Snacks$6.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Mahane Yehuda Market Walking Food Tour in Jerusalem: $56
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $107
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $127
- Christmas Eve Jerusalem and Bethlehem with Dinner from Jerusalem: $180
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $237
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bodrum Food, Culture & Cooking Experience transfer lunch included: $58
- Bodrum Cooking Class with Local Couple: $64
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Local Home: $70
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $140
- Market Visit and Cooking Class: $152
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $187
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $204
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $225
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $237
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Optional Dinner: $388
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $410
- Private Sunset Yacht Tour with light Dinner: $528
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $11Bodrum $22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$42
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 1-Day : Jerusalem & Dead Sea Private Tour. : $993
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City: $9.99
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Half Day Christian Guided Tour: $40
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour: $40
- Bethlehem Tour from Jerusalem: $68
- Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem: $99
- Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Tour from Jerusalem: $109
- Christian Private tour in Jerusalem: $250
- Classic Jerusalem Old City - Self Guiding Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Authentic Ottoman Style Hammam Experience: $17
- Turkish Bath Hamam Spa Experience: $17
- Private Turkish Carpet Experience - Exclusive Shopping Tour: $20
- Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands: $28
- Orakadasi Boat Tour From Bodrum (Maldives of Turkey) With Lunch: $28
- Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch: $29
- Karaada Boat Cruise with Lunch: $29
- Bodrum Orak Island Boat Cruise with Lunch and Swimming: $33
- Cleopatra Island Tour with Lunch and Swimming Stops: $34
- Orak island Boat Tour - Lunch included: $35
- Boat Tour to Orak Island: $35
- Traditional Turkish Hammam Experience: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $19Bodrum $9.43
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$5.98
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Bodrum, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Bodrum is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Bodrum Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Bodrum?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Bodrum, 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 Jerusalem or Bodrum?
Bodrum has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Bodrum in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Bodrum. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Jerusalem is cooler than Bodrum. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Bodrum averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in July than Bodrum. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Bodrum 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Bodrum in the Autumn?
Both Bodrum and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year.
In October, Jerusalem is generally around the same temperature as Bodrum. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Bodrum fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Bodrum. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Bodrum 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Bodrum in the Winter?
Both Bodrum and Jerusalem during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Jerusalem is cooler than Bodrum in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Bodrum fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in January than Bodrum. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Bodrum 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Bodrum in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Bodrum. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round.
In the spring, Jerusalem is around the same temperature as Bodrum. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Bodrum averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Bodrum. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Bodrum receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Bodrum 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bodrum and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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