A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Auxerre for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Auxerre?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Auxerre? 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 Auxerre?

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.

Auxerre

Auxerre is a town in France on the Yonne River and in the Yonne department of the Burgundy region. Historically, the town owes its importance to its important position on the river, and also to the once important trade route between the Mediterranean and the North Sea. Auxerre has received the classification of a protected Historic Town in France as well as being one of the French towns of art and history. Auxerre is an interesting place to visit, with the town center towered over by the cathedral and by several churches. The part of the town of most interest to visitors occupies the hill that runs up from the west bank of the river, and includes the major churches and the historical old town.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, and The Best 2-Week Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Auxerre or Fethiye?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Auxerre is $162. 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 Auxerre in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $38
    Auxerre $60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $76
    Auxerre $120
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Auxerre

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Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Auxerre


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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 Auxerre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $27
    Auxerre $54
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

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

  • Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $293
  • Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $262
  • Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
  • Private Outdoor Photo Shoot with Hotel Transfer: $141
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $125
  • From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $125
  • Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $125
  • Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $95
  • Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $90
  • Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Trip With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $89
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $89
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving with Transfer, 2 Dives and Lunch: $85

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auxerre

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

  • Private transfer CDG Airport from or to Paris: $71

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Auxerre?

Prices for flights to both Auxerre 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $47
    Auxerre $70
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.17
  • 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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $30
    Auxerre $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $5.81
  • 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.

  • Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $72
  • Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $64
  • Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $56
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
  • Babadag Mountain Paragliding Experience with Photos and Videos: $215
  • Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $49
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
  • Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $202
  • Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $59
  • Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $65

Tours and Activities in Auxerre

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Auxerre.

  • Paris Picnic experience in front of the Eiffel Tower: $239
  • Touristic highlights of Auxerre a Private half day tour (4 Hours) with a local: $123
  • e-Mehari Tour and tasting Chablis Clotilde Davenne: $101

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $13
    Auxerre $7.21


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


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Auxerre?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 46% larger than the population of Auxerre. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Auxerre, 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 Auxerre?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Fethiye or Auxerre in the Summer?

Both Auxerre and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Auxerre for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Auxerre. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Auxerre fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in Auxerre. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Auxerre during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Auxerre receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Auxerre 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Auxerre in the Autumn?

Both Auxerre and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Auxerre in the autumn for the small town atmosphere.

Fethiye is much warmer than Auxerre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Auxerre fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auxerre receives 126 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Auxerre 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Auxerre in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Auxerre. Furthermore, most visitors come to Auxerre for the museums and the cuisine during these months.

Auxerre can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Auxerre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Auxerre averages at about 3°C (37°F).

Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Auxerre during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Auxerre receives 53 hours of full sun in the winter.

Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Auxerre 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Auxerre in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Auxerre. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Auxerre because of the small town charm.

In April, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Auxerre. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Auxerre fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auxerre receives 167 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Auxerre. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Auxerre 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Auxerre and Fethiye

Fethiye Auxerre
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 3°C (37°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 5°C (41°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 7°C (45°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 5°C (41°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)