Which place is cheaper, Alicante or Fethiye?
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 Fethiye or Alicante?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Alicante? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Fethiye or Alicante?
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Fethiye Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $105Alicante $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Alicante is $210. 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 Fethiye and Alicante in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $38Alicante $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $76Alicante $100
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Alicante
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Alicante? 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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Alicante Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $27Alicante -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Trip With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $89
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $125
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $262
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $125
- Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $59
- Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $84
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $78
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $77
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $89
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $82
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $90
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Hacienda de Alamo Golf: $296
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Benidoleig: $295
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Los Urrutias los Alcazares: $292
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to El Verger: $286
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Beniarbeig: $286
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to El Valle Golf Resort: $285
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Mar Menor Golf Village: $283
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Serena Golf Resort: $277
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Castell de Castells: $273
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Balsicas: $273
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Oliva: $268
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Tercia: $264
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Alicante?
Prices for flights to both Alicante and Fethiye 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 dayFethiye $47Alicante $145
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.17
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Soda$0.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Evening Spanish Tapas Cooking Class with Drinks in Alicante: $43
- Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks and Marketplace: $58
- Paella & Sangria Cooking Class in Alicante with Market Visit: $58
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $98
- Make and enjoy a real Neapolitan pizza in Spain: $104
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $162
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $30Alicante $62
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$5.81
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.13
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $21
- Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $23
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour Including Lunch: $23
- 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $30
- Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $30
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Oludeniz Full Day Boat Cruise with Lunch and Butterfly Valley : $34
- Full Day Oludeniz Boat Tour in Fethiye: $35
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye/Oludeniz/Hisaronu : $41
- Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $42
- Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Natural Mud Bath: $42
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)$64
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)$78
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$140
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Walking Tour (for 2)$70
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $36
- Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $42
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $89
- Alicante Highlights Tour for Cruise Passengers with Port Pickup: $116
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $35
- Alicante Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $57
- Alicante Olive Oil Tour: $101
- Alicante Secret Society Exploration Game and Tour: $5.95
- Alicante Tour: Full City, Castle, Market & Tapas Experience: $106
- Alicante food and wine experience with sommelier: $155
- Guided Winery Tour with 4 Tastings in the Countryside: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $13Alicante -
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas Club: $42
- Guided tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $89
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $161
- Wine tasting and tapas premium in Alicante : $179
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $292
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Alicante, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Fethiye.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Alicante Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Alicante?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Alicante, 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.
When is the best time to visit Fethiye or Alicante?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Fethiye or Alicante in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Alicante. Also, many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Alicante. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Alicante averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Alicante. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 341 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in July than Alicante. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Alicante 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alicante in the Autumn?
Both Alicante and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Alicante in the autumn for the shopping scene.
In October, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Alicante. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Alicante fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Alicante. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Alicante during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 225 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Alicante. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Alicante 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alicante in the Winter?
Both Alicante and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Fethiye is cooler than Alicante in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Alicante fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets less sunshine than Alicante. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 178 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Alicante. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Alicante 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Alicante in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Alicante. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches.
In the spring, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Alicante. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Alicante averages at about 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Alicante during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Alicante. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Alicante 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Alicante and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
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