A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ankara vs. Belgrade for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ankara or Belgrade?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Belgrade. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Ankara or Belgrade?

Ankara

Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.


Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Ankara?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $56. 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 Ankara and Belgrade in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $45
    Belgrade $33
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $90
    Belgrade $66
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Belgrade

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Belgrade? 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 Ankara


Hotels in Belgrade


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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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Belgrade Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $29
    Belgrade $6.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.03
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $0.12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:

  • Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $42
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
  • Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $48
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $54
  • Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $54
  • Turkey Ankara Airport Private VIP Transfer Service ESB: $68
  • Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $114
  • Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $114
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $42
  • Airport transfer between Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Novi Sad: $115
  • Belgrade Airport Transfers to/from any Destination: $65
  • Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) to Belgrade - Round-Trip Transfer: $102
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $51
  • Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $50
  • Belgrade airport transfer (by car): $53
  • Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $274
  • Airport Transfer to a city location: $47
  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $5.17
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $69
  • Private Airport Transfer: $104

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Belgrade?

Prices for flights to both Belgrade and Ankara 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
    Ankara $44
    Belgrade $18
Typical Food Prices in Ankara

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.

  • Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
  • Baklava Cooking Class: $61

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $82
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $83
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $83
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $113

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $27
    Belgrade $4.92
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara

Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Underground City
    $0.19

Tours and Activities in Ankara

Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
  • Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $36
  • Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
  • 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
  • Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $239
  • Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $249
  • Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
  • Full Day Cappadocia Private Tour: $300

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.19
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry Ticket: $7.04
  • Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $8.21
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $13
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry & Guided Tour: $14
  • Downtown Belgrade Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $15
  • Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Downtown Belgrade GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $15
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $18
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $18
  • Guided Walking Tour: $18
  • Communist Tour in Belgrade: $18

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $12
    Belgrade $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • Guided Nightlife Pub Crawl: $26
  • Columbo Pub Crawl Belgrade: $48
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $57
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $71
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $77
  • Belgrade Buzzin Pub Crawl: $83
  • Novisad Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: $83
  • Golubac Fortress w/Iron Gate Speed Boat & Rakija Distillery tour: $89
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $94
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $101
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $106
  • Novi Sad and Fruska Gora with Wine Tasting in Sremski Karlovci: $113


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Belgrade, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Belgrade.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ankara or Belgrade?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Belgrade, 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.