A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pamukkale vs. Vienna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pamukkale or Vienna?

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 Vienna can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Vienna?

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.

Vienna

Vienna is the largest city and capital of Austria. It has a population of over 1.7 million and is a cultural, political and economic center for the country. The historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and some complain that it feels more like a museum than a real city. Outside of the historical center though, is a young and vibrant city with a huge music scene, many street performers, and eclectic and fun restaurants and nightclubs.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.


Which place is cheaper, Vienna or Pamukkale?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Vienna is $162. 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 Vienna in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pamukkale $56
    Vienna $100
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pamukkale $112
    Vienna $200
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Vienna

Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Vienna? 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.

Hotels in Pamukkale


Hotels in Vienna


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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 Vienna Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pamukkale $35
    Vienna $20

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

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vienna

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vienna:


  • Bus to Airport
    $32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vienna

Also for Vienna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private transfer from Vienna to Zagreb: $930
  • Private transfer from Vienna to Munich: $930
  • Melk Abbey and Salzburg Trip with Private Transfer: $922
  • Private transfer from Vienna to Salzburg: $738
  • Private transfer from Vienna to Prague: $636
  • Private One-Way Transfer to Cesky Krumlov: $629
  • Private transfer from Vienna to Budapest: $588
  • Transfer from Prague to Vienna: $510
  • Transfer by Car to/from Vienna & Budapest: $444
  • 2-in-1 Jewish Museums in Vienna Private Tour with Transfers: $361
  • Private Scenic Transfer from Vienna to Prague with 4h of Sightseeing: $295
  • Private Transfer from Vienna to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing: $289

Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Vienna?

Prices for flights to both Vienna 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pamukkale $69
    Vienna $36

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vienna

For Vienna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $28
  • Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School: $43
  • Naschmarkt Food Tour: $64
  • Vienna Naschmarket Food Tour: $65
  • Traditional Vienna Tasting Dinner With Folk Music: $68
  • Traditional Vienna Tasting Dinner with Folk Music: $70
  • Naschmarkt Guided Food Tour: $74
  • Vienna Evening Sightseeing Cruise With Music and Dinner: $74
  • 3-Course Evening Dinner Cruise: $76
  • Traditional Dinner Show at the Wiener Rathauskeller: $84
  • Kursalon New Year's Day Concert with optional Dinner: $87
  • Schnitzel cooking class with Nicole: $98

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pamukkale $54
    Vienna $41
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale

For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 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 Vienna

For Vienna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Private themed Tour of the Art History Museum (Kunsthistorisches Museum):"The Saviour, the Ruler, and Simply a Beauty: Women in Art": $164
  • "Girls just want to have Wine" - TUK TUK Sightseeing Tour: $152
  • "The Third Man" Film Location Tour: $28
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Vienna with Photography: $98
  • 2-Hour Alpine Private Hiking Tour along Luckerte Wand Mountain from Vienna: $168
  • 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour Helenental Castles Hike from Vienna: $168
  • 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour to Meet History at Braunsberg Mountain from Vienna: $168
  • 2-hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour on Seekopf Mountain, Wachau Valley from Vienna: $168
  • 3 hour private walking tour - Vienna: $138
  • 3-Hour Private Hiking Tour to historic places around Spitz in Wachau Valley: $252
  • 3-Hour Private Tour of Vienna: $164
  • 3-Hour Walking Tour of Vienna Central Cemetery: $320

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pamukkale $15
    Vienna $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Vienna

Also in Vienna, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl Vienna: $16
  • Vienna Nights Pub Crawl: $16
  • City Center Pub Crawl: $27
  • Local Pub Crawl Vienna: $27
  • Wine Tasting at Traditional Cellar: $34
  • Guided Wine Tasting in a Private Wine Cellar: $39
  • Viennese Wine Tasting in a Private Hidden Wine Cellar: $39
  • Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace: $48
  • Austrian Wine Tasting Experience: $63
  • Vienna Historical Highlight City Tour + Wine Tasting: $74
  • Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace Entry & Wine Tasting: $82
  • Wine Tasting E-Bike Tour: $91


When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Vienna, we can see that Vienna 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 Vienna Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Vienna?

Vienna has a larger population, and is about 170 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Vienna, 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 Vienna?

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 Vienna in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Vienna. Also, many travelers come to Vienna for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Vienna. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Vienna fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vienna this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Vienna during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Vienna. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Pamukkale 28°C (82°F) 
    Vienna 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Pamukkale or Vienna in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Vienna. Also, many visitors come to Vienna in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Pamukkale is much warmer than Vienna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Vienna fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Vienna. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 140 hours of full sun.

Pamukkale usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Vienna. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Pamukkale 19°C (67°F) 
    Vienna 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Pamukkale or Vienna in the Winter?

Both Vienna and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Vienna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Vienna can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Pamukkale is much warmer than Vienna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Vienna averages at about 2°C (36°F).

Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Vienna during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 65 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Vienna. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Pamukkale 9°C (48°F) 
    Vienna 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Pamukkale or Vienna in the Spring?

Both Vienna and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Vienna because of the natural beauty.

In April, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Vienna. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Vienna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In Vienna, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Vienna. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 202 hours of full sun.

Pamukkale usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Vienna. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Pamukkale 17°C (62°F) 
    Vienna 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Vienna and Pamukkale

Pamukkale Vienna
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 9°C (48°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 2°C (36°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 96 mm (3.8 in) 4°C (38°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 8°C (46°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 17°C (62°F) 52 mm (2 in) 13°C (55°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 27 mm (1.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 26°C (78°F) 17 mm (0.7 in) 20°C (69°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 24°C (76°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 12°C (54°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Dec 10°C (51°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)