Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale or Ponce?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Ponce can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Ponce?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $162Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $162, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Pamukkale and Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $44Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $88Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Ponce? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $28Ponce $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya/Belek/Lara: Land Of legends Night Show Transfer: $20
- Gumbet Turkish Bath with hotel transfer and Oil massage: $38
- Paragliding Tour w/ Scenic Views & Hotel Transfer: $73
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $78
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $108
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $114
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $114
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $119
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $121
- Denizli Airport Transfer to Pamukkale (Private): $141
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $149
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Center Private Transfer: $244
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $94Ponce $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $42Ponce $56
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$1.57
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- From Antalya or Kemer: Full-Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour: $41
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $47
- Pamukkale&Hierapolis Small Group Tour (Entrance Tickets Extra): $50
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Skip-the-Line Tickets and Audio Guide: $51
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Experience Including Pickup: $59
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $64
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Pamukkale Paragliding Tour : $70
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour from Antalya: $80
- Natural Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale - Small Group : $82
- Izmir: Ephesus, House of Mary Tour w/Entry Tickets & Lunch: $84
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $11Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Pamukkale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale is in Europe and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Pamukkale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pamukkale 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce than you might in Pamukkale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Ponce?
Ponce has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Ponce, 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 Pamukkale or Ponce?
Pamukkale has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Pamukkale for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
In July, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Ponce. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Ponce. Many visitors come to Pamukkale in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pamukkale is cooler than Ponce in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ponce during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Ponce. Most visitors come to Pamukkale for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
In the winter, Pamukkale is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Ponce averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In the winter, Pamukkale often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets more rain in January than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Pamukkale because of the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Pamukkale is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Ponce. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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