Which place is cheaper, Cork or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Cork?
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 Cork. 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 Cork?
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.
Cork
Located on the banks of the River Lee, Cork has a small, but pleasant downtown that is easy to walk around. The city was built up on marshland, and many of the streets today, including St Patrick's Street, the South Mall and the Grand Parade, are actually built over what was once river channels. Today there are more than thirty bridges that cross over the channelized River Lee. As an orientation, it's nice to take a historic walking tour of the downtown area. Then you can explore the area in more detail by yourself. There are cathedrals, museums, and galleries around town so you can keep yourself quite entertained. If the weather is nice, head out to Lough park, which has a small freshwater limestone lake and some interesting water fowl to see. It's a great place to people watch and see daily life in the city of Cork.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ireland, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ireland.
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Ankara Prices
Turkey PricesCork Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Cork $144
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Cork is $144. 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 Cork in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $45Cork $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $90Cork $140
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Cork
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Cork? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Cork Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $29Cork $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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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 Cork
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cork:
- Private Airport Transfer (To/From City Centre): $65
- Private Airport Transfer XL (To/From City Centre): $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Cork?
Prices for flights to both Cork 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
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Food Meals for one dayAnkara $44Cork $61
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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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 Cork
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cork.
- Hysterical Histories, Comedic Dinner Theater Show: $65
- Hysterical Histories Cork Dinner Theatre Show: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $27Cork $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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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 Cork
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cork are as follows:
- Saints, Sinners, and Stories: A Historical Cork Audio Tour: $7.99
- Highlights of A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide: $15
- Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket with GUIDEBOOK: $15
- Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens Admission Ticket: $15
- Kinsale Cruise, Kinsale ( 50 minutes): $19
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Cork by Zombie Scavengers: $21
- Cork City Hop On/Off Open Top Bus Tour: $26
- Cork City: St. Patrick's Irish Whiskey Tasting Experience: $26
- Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour : $26
- Guided Historical Walking Tour: $26
- 2-Hour Guided Cork Harbour Scenic Cruise: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $12Cork $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Cork
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cork:
- Cork City: Rebel City Distillery Tour: $33
- Rebel City Distillery Tour: $33
- Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience: $36
- Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting: $37
- Midleton Distillery (Jameson) Premium Whiskey Tasting: $41
- Cork Midleton Distillery Jameson Whiskey Experiences: $42
- Cocktail Masterclass & Distillery Tour Combo: $60
- Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery: $70
- Midleton Distillery Behind the Scenes Tour & Tasting: $88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Cork, we can see that Cork is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Cork would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cork than you might in Ankara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Cork Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Cork?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cork. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Cork, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.