Which place is cheaper, Cappadocia or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Cappadocia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Cappadocia, 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 Cappadocia?
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.
Cappadocia
Cappadocia is in Central Anatolia, between the mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan. It is famous for its underground cities, fairy chimneys, and caves. The landscape of the area is some of the most unique you'll ever see. The fairy chimneys are bizarrely shaped rock outcroppings that have evolved from the unique geography in the area. There are hiking trails through the series of valleys that make up the area. It's a great place to explore for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, and The Best Adventure Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Cappadocia $151
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Cappadocia is $151. 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 Cappadocia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Cappadocia $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Cappadocia $106
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Cappadocia
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Cappadocia? 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 Cappadocia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Cappadocia $51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.13
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Herzlia: $247
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $212
- Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Private Transfer: $170
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $146
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cappadocia Shared Transfer from/to Kayseri Erkilet Airport: $9.75
- Airport Shuttle Transfer(Kayseri ASR - Nevsehir NAV Airport to Hotel): $13
- Cappadocia Shared Transfer From/To Kayseri and Nevşehir Airport: $13
- Airport Transfer From and To Kayseri and Nevsehir : $13
- Shared Airport Transfer From Nevsehir/Kayseri Airports to Hotels: $15
- From Kayseri & Nevsehir Airports: Transfer to Cappadocia: $16
- Kayseri Airport Transfer: $16
- Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Cappadocia Hotels (Small Group): $16
- One way Transfer from Nevşehir Airport to Cappadocia Hotels: $16
- Shuttle Transfer from Cappadocia hotels to "Nevsehir Kapadokya Airport": $20
- Shared Airport Transfer from Nevsehir Airport to Cappadocia: $22
- Shared Airport Transfer to Nevsehir Airport From Cappadocia: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Cappadocia?
Prices for flights to both Cappadocia 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 $31Cappadocia $50
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.65
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Watermelon$3.98
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.65
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Bagels$7.96
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Lunch for 2$14
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Snacks$5.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Food Tour in Jerusalem with a Local : $72
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Mahane Yehuda Market food tour jerusalem: $99
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem--Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $110
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:
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Cookies$0.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Night Show in Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Transfer: $43
- Turkish Night with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks İn the Rock Cave: $43
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Entertainments: $62
- Turkish Night Show & Dinner: $63
- Romantic Cappadocia Sunset Dinner and Wine : $65
- Cappadocia Cave Restaurant for Dinner and Turkish Entertainments: $70
- 2-Hour Cappadocia Turkish Night Show and Dinner Experience: $76
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $85
- Cappadocia Home Cooking Experience Farm to table Culinary class : $92
- Cooking Class at Exclusive Kings Valley: $108
- Cappadocia Evening Cooking Class With A Local: $110
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Drinks: $114
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.43Cappadocia $95
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$33
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- 7-Hour Jerusalem Political Guided Tour from Jerusalem: $199
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $499
- Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $65
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Underground City Entrance for Two$0.93
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$18
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Horseback Riding for Two$3.55
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$3.78
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.46
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Whirling Dervishes Show$3.09
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Turkish Bath$2.16
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Hot air ballooning$13
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Goreme open air museum$0.62
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Bellydancing Show$4.02
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- Skip the Line: Guray Museum Admission Ticket: $4.34
- Best Of Private Cappadocia Tour ( Car & Guide ): $4.89
- Cappadocia Private Tour (Car & Guide): $5.00
- Cappadocia Private Tour with Car & Guide : $5.99
- Full Day Private Cappadocia Tour( Car & Guide): $10
- Explore Cappadocia North and Red Underground City Private Tour : $12
- Cappadocia 1 hour horse tour: $16
- Cappadocia horseback valley tour: $16
- Cappadocia Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Watching Experience: $16
- Quad Safari Tour in Cappadocia / 2 Hour: $16
- Full Day Underground City and Fairy Chimneys Tour with Lunch : $16
- Private Underground City tour in Cappadocia Derinkuyu , Kaymakli: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Cappadocia $18
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$4.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey: $22
- Cappadocia Nightlife Experience: Bar and Pub Crawl Tour: $32
- Private Sunset and Wine Tasting Experience in Cappadocia: $87
- Full-day Cappadocia Tour with wine tasting and clay shaping : $90
- 3-Hour Private Wine Tasting Tour in Cappadocia: $174
- Ancient Cappadocia's Wine Tasting - Private Tour: $275
- Private Tour: Best of Cappadocia with Wine Tasting: $282
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Cappadocia, we can see that Cappadocia is more expensive. And not only is Jerusalem much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Cappadocia 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 Jerusalem would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jerusalem 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 Cappadocia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cappadocia than you might in Jerusalem.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Cappadocia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Cappadocia?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Cappadocia. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Cappadocia, 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.
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