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

Should you visit Milos or Fethiye?

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

Should I visit Milos or Fethiye? 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: Milos or Fethiye?

Milos

Nestled in the heart of the Aegean Sea, Milos is a captivating island that offers a perfect blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and authentic Greek charm. Visiting Milos doesn't have to strain your wallet. Budget accommodations can be found for fairly low prices in the shoulder season (May and September) as well as peak months. To save on meals, seek out local tavernas away from tourist hotspots. The villages of Plaka and Pollonia offer authentic dining experiences at reasonable prices. For transportation, consider renting a scooter or using the island's bus service to explore.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Milos?

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 Milos is €256, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is €90. 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 Milos and Fethiye in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Milos 104
    Fethiye 32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Milos 208
    Fethiye 64
Compare Hotels in Milos and Fethiye

Looking for a hotel in Milos or Fethiye? 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 Milos


Hotels in Fethiye


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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: Milos Hotel Prices and Fethiye Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Milos 64
    Fethiye 23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Milos:

  • Milos Private Transfer Service: $19

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Local Bus
    0.18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

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

  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $30
  • Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $38
  • Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $47
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $53
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving with Lunch and Transfer: $54
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $55
  • Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $59
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving Trip with Mermaid Diving INCL Lunch-Transfer: $62

Is it cheaper to fly into Milos or Fethiye?

Prices for flights to both Fethiye and Milos 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
    Milos 115
    Fethiye 40

Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    0.14
  • Soda
    0.06

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.
    Milos 23
    Fethiye 26

Tours and Activities in Milos

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Milos are as follows:

  • Half day Catamaran Morning Cruise in Kleftiko : $155
  • Adamantas: Milos Sightseeing Sailboat Cruise: $188
  • Best of Milos and Poliegos Catamaran snorkelling Cruise with BBQ: $239
  • Catamaran Full Day Cruise in Agia Kiriaki Kleftiko: $238
  • Catamaran Full Day Cruise: Poliegos - Kleftiko : $250
  • Catamaran Half Day Afternoon Cruise With Sunset: Kleftiko : $184
  • Catamaran Half Day Morning Cruise: Kleftiko: $185
  • Enchanting Semi Private Kayaking Tours in Milos: $102
  • From Adamas: Milos and Poliegos Catamaran Cruise with Lunch: $235
  • From Design Your own Boat Cruise: $685
  • From Guided Day Cruise to Kleftiko With Lunch: $158
  • From Tailor-Made Private Cruise to Sifnos Island: $1,994

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Paragliding
    4.94
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    0.11

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Milos 33
    Fethiye 11

Sample the Local Flavors in Milos

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milos:

  • Kostantakis Winery - Milos Island Tour & Wine Tasting Experience: $71


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


Which is Bigger, Milos or Fethiye?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Milos. When comparing the sizes of Milos and Fethiye, 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.