Which place is cheaper, Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria?
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 Gran Canaria. 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 Gran Canaria?
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.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Gran Canaria $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Gran Canaria is $176. 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 Gran Canaria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $45Gran Canaria $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $90Gran Canaria $146
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Gran Canaria
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Gran Canaria? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $29Gran Canaria $54
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 Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- 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 Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Turkey Ankara Airport Private VIP Transfer Service ESB: $68
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $54
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $54
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $48
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- BEST BUGGY TOUR POR afternoon with Transfers only South Zone: $90
- El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options: $42
- From Playa del Inglés: Guided Jet Ski Tour & Hotel Transfers: $176
- Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Playa del Ingles - Arrival Transfer: $59
- Gran Canaria Airport LPA to Las Palmas-RoundTrip Private Transfer: $96
- Gran Canaria Airport(LPA) to Las Palmas- Arrival Private Transfer: $48
- Gran Canaria Port to Las Palmas - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $151
- Gran Canaria Port to Las Palmas City Hotels Private Transfer : $75
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Agüimes to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $33
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Bahía Feliz to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $45
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Costa Meloneras to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $45
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Fataga to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Gran Canaria?
Prices for flights to both Gran Canaria 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 $44Gran Canaria $70
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 Gran Canaria
For Gran Canaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Origen Dinner Show at Sala Scala: $73
- Sunset Tour with Champagne & Optional Dinner.: $81
- Gran Canaria Food Tour with Distillery Visit and Local Lunch: $105
- Sala Scala Gran Canaria Dinner Show : $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $27Gran Canaria $24
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:
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $36
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $239
- 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Full Day Cappadocia Private Tour: $300
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $249
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
Tours and Activities in Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- Walking tour Vegueta (old town Las Palmas): $8.22
- Las Palmas Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket: $12
- Holiday World Maspalomas Wooland Ticket: $15
- Angry Birds Activity Park Entry Ticket: $15
- Holiday World Maspalomas Wooland Ticket: $16
- Maspalomas: Bowling Session Entry Ticket at Holiday World: $16
- Banana World Guided Tour & Tasting: $18
- Guided tour of the Banana World : $18
- UD Las Palmas Gran Canaria Stadium Guided Tour: $20
- Puerto de Mogan: Friday Market Experience: $26
- Maspalomas: Tickets to Sioux City Park: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $12Gran Canaria $8.38
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery: $13
- Las Palmas: Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town: $47
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town of Las Palmas: $48
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $58
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $65
- Private GRAN CANARIA WINE TASTING, TAPAS lunch & best sightseeing: $247
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Gran Canaria, we can see that Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Gran Canaria?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Gran Canaria. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Gran Canaria, 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.