Which place is cheaper, Izmir or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Izmir can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Istanbul.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $158, while the average daily cost in Izmir is $106. 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 Izmir in more detail.
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Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
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For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Izmir, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Izmir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Izmir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Izmir 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Izmir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Izmir Expensive?.
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 250 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Izmir, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Izmir.
In the summer, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Izmir. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Izmir averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 378 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in July than Izmir. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Izmir and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Izmir. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Izmir fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 232 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of rain as Izmir. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Izmir and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Izmir in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Izmir fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 131 hours of full sun.
Izmir 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 Izmir. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Izmir.
In the spring, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Izmir. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Izmir averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 231 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Izmir. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Pamukkale | Izmir | |||
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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) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |