Which place is cheaper, Bodrum or Kos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Bodrum can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
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 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €134, while the average daily cost in Bodrum is €87. 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 Kos and Bodrum in more detail.
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Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Bodrum and Kos 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.
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Bodrum, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos 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 Kos Expensive? and Is Bodrum Expensive?.
Bodrum has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kos. When comparing the sizes of Kos 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.