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

Should you visit Ankara or Oxford?

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 Oxford. 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 Oxford?

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.

Oxford

Oxford is a city in England best known as the home of the 12-century Oxford University, the oldest English-speaking university in the world. The city also features landmarks such as Christ Church, the Bodleian Library, and a number of world-class museums.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United Kingdom, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom.


Which place is cheaper, Oxford or Ankara?

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

  • Ankara Prices
    Turkey Prices
    Oxford Prices
    UK Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Ankara $110
    Oxford $219

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Oxford is $219. 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 Oxford in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $45
    Oxford $98
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $90
    Oxford $196
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Oxford

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Oxford? 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 Oxford


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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 Oxford Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $29
    Oxford $36
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:

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oxford

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

  • Fareham to Southampton Airport (SOU) - Departure Private Transfer: $105
  • Gatwick Airport Transfer To & From London Hotel Meet & Greet: $245
  • London and Oxford Private Transfer Service: $257
  • Oxford City to London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service: $210
  • Oxford To Gatwick Airport Private Transfer: $280
  • Oxford To London Heathrow Airport (LHR ) - Departure Private Transfer: $221
  • Oxford To Luton Airport Private Transfer: $240
  • Oxford To Stansted Airport Private Transfer: $290
  • Oxford to Birmingham Airport Private Transfer: $210
  • Oxford to Heathrow Airport private transfers: $164
  • Portsmouth Cruise Terminals to London Private Transfer: $273
  • Portsmouth Port to Heathrow Airport Transfer: $255

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Oxford?

Prices for flights to both Oxford 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
    Oxford $96
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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $27
    Oxford $26
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:

  • 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 Oxford

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

  • Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Cheltenham by Operation City Quest: $11
  • Oxford's Historic Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $12
  • 2 Hour Shared Family Walking Tour in Whitefield Moor: $14
  • Junkyard Golf Tickets for 9 or 18 Holes: $15
  • A Guide to the City of Dreaming Spires: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Oxford: $15
  • Oxford Audio Tour Dreaming Spires Oxford Audio Tour Adventure: $15
  • City and Universities Express Tour & Audio Guide: $16
  • River Thames Sightseeing Cruise: $18
  • Haunted Amersham Ghost Guided Tour: $19
  • Guided Sightseeing River Cruise: $20
  • Historic Pubs & Taverns Guided Walking Tour: $21
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Crawley by Zombie Scavengers: $22

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $12
    Oxford $28

Sample the Local Flavors in Oxford

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oxford:

  • Private Wine Tour of Margate: $130
  • Chilterns Blue Line Wine Tour Explore Boutique Vineyards: $136
  • Wine Tours of Kent Private group booking: $259


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Oxford, we can see that Oxford 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 Oxford would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oxford 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 Oxford Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ankara or Oxford?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Oxford. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Oxford, 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.