Which place is cheaper, Tel Aviv or Mykonos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mykonos or Tel Aviv?
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 Mykonos and Tel Aviv. 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: Mykonos or Tel Aviv?
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMykonos €237Tel Aviv €130
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €237, while the average daily cost in Tel Aviv is €130. 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 Mykonos and Tel Aviv in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMykonos €74Tel Aviv €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMykonos €148Tel Aviv €160
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Tel Aviv
Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Tel Aviv? 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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Tel Aviv Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mykonos €24Tel Aviv €8.13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
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Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)€5.60
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Taxi to Kalafatis€13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
- 24 Hour Private Transfer Service All Around Mykonos Island: $27
- 24-hour Point-Point Mykonos Airport and Port Transfers Service: $20
- Arrival-Departure Private Transfer in Mykonos+Point to Point Transfer services.: $66
- Boat Tour / Transfer in Mykonos: $1,076
- Delos Island: Roundtrip Boat Transfer from Mykonos Island: $31
- From Helicopter Transfer to Athens or Greek Island: $2,583
- Mykonos Airport (JMK) to Mykonos - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Mykonos Airport or Port from/to Point to Point Private Transfers: $213
- Mykonos Airport: Private Mykonos, Elia, or Kalafati Transfer: $82
- Mykonos Alternative Sunset Sail Aperitivo for Adults-only (free transfers): $71
- Mykonos Island VIP Transfers: 24/7 Private Transportation: $33
- Mykonos Private Limo Transfer: $98
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station€1.47
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Taxi to Airport€37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv Hotels - Private Transfer: $34
- Private Tel Aviv Departure Transfer from your Hotel /Accommodation to Airport: $35
- Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Jerusalem Hotels - Private Transfer: $47
- Private Arrival Transfer: From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv City Center: $48
- Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $52
- Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $56
- Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Jerusalem Hotels - Private Transfer: $68
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv City Hotels to Ashdod Cruise Port: $73
- Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to Multi Destination: $75
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Jerusalem city - Arrival Private Transfer: $78
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $78
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Tel Aviv?
Prices for flights to both Tel Aviv and Mykonos 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 dayMykonos €48Tel Aviv €26
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $70
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Light Dinner & Drinks: $101
- Food Tour in Mykonos - 10 Tastings : $108
- Souvlaki Cooking Class in Mykonos: $109
- Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $161
- Cooking Classes in Mykonos Greece: $164
- Private Cooking Class on Naxos Island with Pick Up: $197
- Private Food Tour & Wine Tasting In Tinos Island with a Local: $282
- Private Cooking Class At The Home Of A Mykonian Family: $613
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two€21
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka€121
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Lunch at Segev Sarona€32
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Aroma Iced Coffee€3.49
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Lunch at the airport€29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Tel Aviv Food Tour of the Carmel Market: $49
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
- Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
- 3 hours Levinsky Market Food Tour : $104
- The 10 Tastings of Tel Aviv With Locals: Private Food Tour : $230
- Private Food Tour to Carmel Market : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mykonos €23Tel Aviv €21
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
- Find your (queer) god Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.72
- Old Town Self-Guided Game & Tour: $12
- Mykonos Self-Guided Game & Tour: $12
- Paddle Boat Experience: $16
- Cellar Tour & Beer Tasting at Mykonos Brewing Company : $30
- Sunset Party Boat Cruise with 1 Drink: $32
- Highlights Walking Tour with a Local: $38
- Walking Tour as a Local: $38
- 1-Hour Guided Snorkeling Adventure with Go Pro Pictures : $38
- Mykonos Walking Tour: $42
- Mykonos Old Town Walking Tour: $43
- Super Paradise Beach: Wakeboarding Experience: $48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv€73
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Etzel museum€3.74
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Trail of Independence: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Tel Aviv: $9.99
- The Story of Gan HaHashmal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Discover Tel Aviv's Bauhaus Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Self-guided Graffiti tour in Tel Aviv in your own time and your own pace: $24
- All the Best of Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $28
- Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline: $29
- Tel Aviv Jaffo Skyline Sightseeing Cruise of Coast Line: $29
- Historic walking tour of Tel Aviv - Secrets of Sarona - Self-Guided Tour: $30
- Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port & the Flea Market: $35
- Tel Aviv Street Art Tour (Graffiti): $35
- Jaffa and Neve Tzedek Neighborhoods Walking Tour: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMykonos €20Tel Aviv €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting: $73
- Tour and Wine Tasting in Mykonian Land : $74
- Wine Tasting at a Mykonian Farm: $81
- Wine Tasting Tour at a traditional farm in Mykonos: $82
- Mykonos Town: Wine tour in Greek Gastronony with a local: $103
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Snack at a Local House: $129
- Ancient Greek Wine Tasting on the Beach with a Sommelier: $129
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $22
- Pub Crawl with Clubs, dance bars and free shots: $22
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $24
- Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $30
- Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl: $42
- Wine Tour North of Israel from Tel Aviv: $959
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Tel Aviv, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Tel Aviv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mykonos is in Europe and Tel Aviv is in Middle East, 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 Tel Aviv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tel Aviv 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Tel Aviv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Tel Aviv Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Tel Aviv?
Mykonos has a larger population, and is about 56% larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Tel Aviv, 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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