Which place is cheaper, Bilbao or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Bilbao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Bilbao can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Bilbao?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Bilbao
The industrial city of Bilbao is located on a port of the Nervión River in northern Spain, an important location of Basque country. While the downtown is filled with skyscrapers and innovative architecture, it sits between a river and mountains of natural allure. A city of hard-workers to the core, Bilbao displays remnants of its industrial past, though in more recent years it has transformed into a center for art. It is now a popular location for visitors looking to experience art galleries and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Bilbao $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Bilbao is $147. 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 Pamukkale and Bilbao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Bilbao $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Bilbao $156
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Bilbao
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Bilbao? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Bilbao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Bilbao $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bilbao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bilbao:
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Pamplona: $417
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Santander: $315
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to San Sebastian: $315
- Private Transfer from Vitoria Airport to San Sebastian city: $291
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to San Sebastian Airport: $291
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to San Sebastian: $291
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to San Sebastian Airport: $268
- Private Transfer from Bilbao to San Sebastian: $268
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport to Santander Port: $252
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to Santander: $252
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Logroño: $245
- Private Transfer from Vitoria Airport to Pamplona city: $229
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Bilbao?
Prices for flights to both Bilbao and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Bilbao $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bilbao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bilbao.
- Basque Food Tour with Guide: $86
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairings: $102
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $109
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class with Open Bar: $112
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $115
- Basque Flavours: High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $120
- Paella Cooking Class with Sangria in Bilbao: $134
- Private Food Tour, Food Lovers with Tastings: $134
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $142
- Traditional Basque Cooking Class with Wine Tasting: $155
- Guggenheim Museum Visit & Private Walking Food Tour: $197
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Bilbao $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
- Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
- From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
- Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $67
- Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $81
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Bilbao
Here are a few actual costs in Bilbao for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour from Bilbao: $290
- Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour: $81
- 2 Hours Private Family Guided Walking Tour in Bilbao: $197
- 3-day Bilbao Bike Tour and Guggenheim Museum Ticket: $257
- Awesome Bilbao – Private Family Walking Tour: $384
- BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $36
- Basque Country 7-Day Guided Tour from Bilbao: $1,144
- Bike tour with Pintxos & Drinks in Getxo (Scenic Bilbao Seaside): $60
- Bilbao & Guggenheim Museum Private Walking Tour with guide: $286
- Bilbao & Guggenheim Private Walking Tour from Hotel/Center: $279
- Bilbao - Private Historic walking tour: $374
- Bilbao 3-Day Package: Guggenheim, Hotel Stay and Bike Tour: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Bilbao $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Bilbao
Also in Bilbao, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Bilbao: $25
- Immersive Evening Spanish Wine Tasting w/ Sommelier: $53
- Spanish Wine Tasting with Sommelier (close to Guggenheim museum): $54
- Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide: $79
- Txakoli, Gaztelugatxe, & Urdaibai with wine tasting: $80
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $148
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $176
- Guided Txacoli Wine Tasting: $187
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Vitoria: $240
- From Rioja Architecture and Wine Tour: $241
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $246
- Architectural Rioja Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch from Bilbao : $246
When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Bilbao, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Bilbao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Bilbao?
Bilbao has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Bilbao, 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 Pamukkale or Bilbao?
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 Pamukkale or Bilbao in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Bilbao. Also, most visitors come to Bilbao for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Bilbao. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Bilbao fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bilbao receives 188 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Bilbao 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bilbao in the Autumn?
Both Bilbao and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Bilbao because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Bilbao in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Bilbao fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bilbao during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Bilbao receives 125 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bilbao. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Bilbao 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bilbao in the Winter?
Both Bilbao and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the museums and the shopping scene are the main draw to Bilbao this time of year.
In the winter, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Bilbao. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Bilbao averages at about 9°C (48°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bilbao receives 77 hours of full sun.
Bilbao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in January than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Bilbao 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bilbao in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Bilbao. Furthermore, many travelers come to Bilbao for the activities around the city.
In April, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Bilbao. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Bilbao fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bilbao during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Bilbao receives 117 hours of full sun in the spring.
Bilbao receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bilbao. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Bilbao 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Bilbao and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
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