Which place is cheaper, Antalya or Zanzibar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Zanzibar or Antalya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Zanzibar and Antalya can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Zanzibar or Antalya?
Zanzibar
Just off the coast of Tanzania lies an entrancing archipelago known as Zanzibar. This gorgeous string of islands is the land of sultans, palaces beaches and spice-filled markets. Once an important trading center, many restorations have been done in recent years to restore Zanzibar to its ancient grandeur - earning its capital city UNESCO World Heritage status in 2000.
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $62Antalya $117
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $62, while the average daily cost in Antalya is $117. 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 Zanzibar and Antalya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $24Antalya $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $48Antalya $78
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Antalya
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Antalya? 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: Zanzibar Hotel Prices and Antalya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $11Antalya $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- Premium Transfer from Zanzibar Airport ⇋ Nungwi: $65
- Premium Transfer from Zanzibar Airport ⇋ Kiwengwa: $65
- Premium Transfer from Zanzibar Airport ⇋ Kendwa: $65
- Zanzibar transfers and Taxi: $35
- Zanzibar VIP Transfer in Range Rover Sport: $300
- Zanzibar Tour in Secret Beach, Kuza Cave and Jozani with transfer: $120
- Zanzibar Taxi & Transfer Services – From Airport to All Resorts: $20
- Zanzibar Sea Fishing Boat Tour experience with Transfer: $85
- Zanzibar Quad Adventures from Nungwi or Kendwa & Hotel Transfer: $95
- Zanzibar Private Transfer – From Airport to Any Hotel: $50
- Zanzibar Private Round Trip Airport Transfer: $88
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Paje Beach to the Airport: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center: $525
- Adana Airport Transfer Private and Comfortable: $57
- Adana Airport Transfers to Mersin Hotels: $124
- Adana Airport Transfers to Yumurtalik Hotels: $112
- Airport Private Transfer Services in Antalya Alanya: $47
- Airport Private Transfer from Antalya to Side/Belek/Kundu: $71
- Alanya Jeep Safari Tour : Off-Road with Barbecue Lunch & Transfer: $19
- Alanya Paragliding and City Tour with Round Transfer from Antalya: $142
- Alanya VIP Transfer: $153
- Alanya, Side To Land of Legends Theme Park Ticket & Transfer: $81
- Alanya/Mahmutlar: Private Transfer to/from Antalya Airport: $93
- Alanya: Off-Road Quad Safari Adventure with Hotel Transfers: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Antalya?
Prices for flights to both Antalya and Zanzibar 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 dayZanzibar $28Antalya $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zanzibar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zanzibar.
- Authentic Street Food Tours in Stone Town, Zanzibar: $40
- Zanzibar Walking Spice Farm with Local Cooking Class: $50
- Private Zanzibar Spices Tour with Traditional Swahili Cooking Lesson: $55
- Local Cooking Class with Spice Tour in Zanzibar: $60
- Zanzibar Cooking Lesson: $70
- Traditional Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $77
- Cooking Class Tour: $90
- A private half day spice farm with a cooking lesson: $90
- A Half Day Private Cooking Class At the Spice Farm: $107
- Zanzibar Sunset Dinner Dhow Cruise Kendwa Nungwi: $130
- Zanzibar Full-Day Tour Jozani Forest and Swahili Cooking Class: $130
- Exclusive Private Sunset Dinner Sail along North Coast Zanzibar: $140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $79
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Antalya $32
Tours and Activities in Zanzibar
Here are a few actual costs in Zanzibar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Tour In Zanzibar: $180
- 2 days tour from Jozani forest to Stone town zanzibar: $270
- 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour: $20
- 3 hours Spice Tour in Tanzania: $80
- 3-Hour Private City Tour in Zanzibar Island: $25
- 4h Quad Adventures in Nungwi / Kendwa: $135
- A Full Day Private Tour To Prison Island + Nakupenda + Stone Town: $150
- A Half Day Private Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour To Mnemba Island: $95
- A Half Day Private Nungwi Village Tour (With Turtles Aquarium): $78
- A Half Day Private Prison Island Tour: $106
- A Half Day Private Stone Town Tour: $85
- A Half Day Private Tour To Jozani Forest: $87
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.12
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.49
- TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.90
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Antalya : Guided Old City Tour w/Cable Car&Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $12
- Antalya /Belek / Lara : Waterfall Boat Tour w/Lunch & Soft Drinks: $12
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $6.75Antalya $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Antalya, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Zanzibar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zanzibar is in Africa and Antalya is in Europe, 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 Zanzibar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zanzibar 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Zanzibar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zanzibar Expensive? and Is Antalya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Antalya?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Zanzibar. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Antalya, 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 Zanzibar or Antalya?
Antalya has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Zanzibar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zanzibar or Antalya in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zanzibar as well as Antalya. Zanzibar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Antalya in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Zanzibar is cooler than Antalya in the summer. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Antalya fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zanzibar this time of the year. In the summer, Zanzibar often gets less sunshine than Antalya. Zanzibar gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 376 hours of full sun.
Zanzibar usually gets more rain in July than Antalya. Zanzibar gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZanzibar 25°C (77°F)Antalya 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Antalya in the Autumn?
Both Antalya and Zanzibar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Zanzibar throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Antalya for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Zanzibar is a little warmer than Antalya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zanzibar in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Antalya averages at about 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zanzibar. Zanzibar usually receives more sunshine than Antalya during autumn. Zanzibar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 251 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zanzibar usually receives around the same amount of rain as Antalya. Zanzibar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZanzibar 25°C (78°F)Antalya 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Antalya in the Winter?
Both Antalya and Zanzibar during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Zanzibar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Antalya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Zanzibar is generally much warmer than Antalya. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 28°C (82°F), and Antalya fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Zanzibar. In the winter, Zanzibar often gets more sunshine than Antalya. Zanzibar gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 161 hours of full sun.
Antalya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Zanzibar usually gets less rain in January than Antalya. Zanzibar gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZanzibar 28°C (82°F)Antalya 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Antalya in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zanzibar and Antalya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Zanzibar year-round. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
Zanzibar is much warmer than Antalya in the spring. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Antalya fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. Zanzibar usually receives less sunshine than Antalya during spring. Zanzibar gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
Zanzibar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Antalya. Zanzibar gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZanzibar 27°C (81°F)Antalya 16°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Antalya and Zanzibar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) |
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