Which place is cheaper, Tenerife or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Tenerife?
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 Tenerife can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Tenerife?
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.
Tenerife
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Tenerife $137
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Tenerife is $137. 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 Tenerife in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Tenerife $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Tenerife $114
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Tenerife
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Tenerife? 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 Tenerife Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Tenerife $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tenerife
Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Discover Scuba Diving with two dives in the Ocean in Tenerife with Transfers: $262
- Tenerife South Airport (TFS): Transfer to Santa Cruz Port: $252
- Tenerife Airport Transfer from South Airport (Reina Sofia) to North Area Hotels: $197
- Tenerife Transfer from North Area Hotels to South Airport (Reina Sofia): $197
- Private Transfer South Tenerife Airport to Guia de Isora Area: $131
- Private South Tenerife Airport Transfer to South Hotels: $126
- Tenerife Airport (TFN) to Tenerife Round-Trip Private Transfer: $101
- Loro Parque & Siam Park Entry Ticket with Transfer: $99
- Adeje: Guided Bike Tour to Masca with Transfers and Drinks: $99
- Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port to Tenerife hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $87
- Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Tenerife Cruise Port -Roundtrip Private Transfer: $87
- Mount Teide Tour with Cable Car Ticket & Transfer: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Tenerife?
Prices for flights to both Tenerife 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 $69Tenerife $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner & Drink: $33
- Tenerife : Horse Show Entry ticket with optional dinner: $48
- Castillo San Miguel Medieval Show with Dinner: $51
- Medieval San Miguel castle with dinner-Show in South Tenerife : $52
- Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Show Ticket & Dinner: $52
- Teide Sunset Night Tour with Dinner and Stargazing: $58
- Teide National Park Night Sky Star Safari & Dinner: $59
- Medieval Show and Dinner at Castillo San Miguel with Transfer: $67
- Self Driving Sunset Tour with Dinner and Stargazing in Tenerife: $71
- Teide Night Experience with Dinner and Stargazing: $75
- Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari): $82
- Tenerife Sky At Night: Sunset, Stargazing and Dinner: $83
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Tenerife $29
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.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
Tours and Activities in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chef Roberto Medda's Private BBQ Experience - At Your Doorstep!: $87
- Tenerife Animal Farm Private Car Tour. Canarian Cheese and Wine: $164
- "Boat Cruise & Photos: Your Photographic Adventure at Sea": $320
- "Pyramids of Güímar Admission PREMIUM Ticket": $20
- 1 Hour and Half Mojo Sauce Workshop With Winery Tour: $60
- 2 hours of Tour and Safari on a jet ski: $186
- 3 Hour Kayak and Snorkeling Experience in Tenerife: $42
- 3-Hour Guided PADI Scuba Diving Experience in Tenerife: $130
- 3-Hour Private Boat Tour in Tenerife with Tapas: $175
- 3-Hours Shared Tour to Accessible Boat en Canary Island: $66
- 3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour : $44
- 3H Private o Shared Tour to Accessible Boat en Canary Island: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Tenerife $6.89
Sample the Local Flavors in Tenerife
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
- Wine tasting and Canarian products in La Orotava: $19
- Wine Tour & Taste surrounded by Anaga Forest: $25
- Half Day Southern Rural Tenerife Tour with Wine Tasting: $63
- Tour of the senses through the South of Tenerife with Wine Tasting: $64
- Wine Tasting Experience in Tenerife: $66
- Full-Day Gastronomy and Wine Tour: $81
- Taste of Tenerife Tour With Wine Tasting: $93
- Wine tasting with tapas, Teide at sunset (shared): $102
- Volcano Teide Buggy Tour with Wine Tasting & Tapas: $225
When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Tenerife, 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 Tenerife Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale or Tenerife?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tenerife in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Tenerife. Also, many travelers come to Tenerife for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Tenerife. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Tenerife averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tenerife this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Tenerife during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Tenerife receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Tenerife 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tenerife in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Tenerife. Also, many visitors come to Tenerife in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Pamukkale is generally cooler than Tenerife. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Tenerife fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tenerife. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tenerife receives 200 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in October than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Tenerife 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tenerife in the Winter?
Both Tenerife and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Tenerife for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
Pamukkale is much colder than Tenerife in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Tenerife fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Pamukkale usually receives less sunshine than Tenerife during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Tenerife receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Tenerife 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tenerife in the Spring?
Both Tenerife and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Tenerife because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Tenerife. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Tenerife averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In Tenerife, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tenerife receives 205 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in April than Tenerife. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tenerife receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Tenerife 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Tenerife and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Tenerife | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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