Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Diyarbakir?
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 Diyarbakir or Kiev?
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 Diyarbakir and Kiev. 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: Diyarbakir or Kiev?
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey.
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Diyarbakir Prices
Turkey PricesKiev Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $103Kiev $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $103, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $29. 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 Diyarbakir and Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $60Kiev $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $120Kiev $32
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Kiev? 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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $24Kiev $0.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Zhyliany Airport Kyiv: Private Arrival or Departure Transfer from Kiev: $33
- Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
- Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Zhulyany International Airport: $54
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $38
- Private Departure Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany from Kyiv Hotel: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Private Arrival Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany to Kiev hotel: $38
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $66
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev and Diyarbakir 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 dayDiyarbakir $27Kiev $12
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.15
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Lunch for Two$0.46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $122
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $16Kiev $1.94
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $297
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $85
- 2 hours Private Walking Tour in Ancient Kiev: $45
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $95
- BBQ tour - absolutely like a local experience in (or outside) Kyiv!: $190
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $31
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $179
- Full Day Kiev Private Tour: $82
- Full day group tour to Chernobyl and Prypiat: $111
- Highlights of Different Religions in Kyiv Private Tour: $61
- Jewish History of Kyiv including Babi Yar Memorial Private Tour: $60
- Jewish Kiev Tour - private tour: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $14Kiev $6.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $76
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Kiev, we can see that Diyarbakir is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Diyarbakir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Diyarbakir than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Diyarbakir. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Kiev, 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.