Which place is cheaper, Fethiye or Volos?
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 Volos or Fethiye?
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 Volos and Fethiye can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Fethiye?
Volos
The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €117Fethiye €90
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €117, 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 Volos and Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Fethiye €32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Fethiye €64
Compare Hotels in Volos and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Volos 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.
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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: Volos Hotel Prices and Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Fethiye €23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $281
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus€0.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Transfer from Dalaman Airport to Gocek Fethiye and Oludeniz: $83
- Turkey Fethiye Dalaman Airport Transfer with Private Car: $80
- Tickets to Orka World Waterpark with Hotel Transfer in Fethiye: $65
- Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $38
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
- Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $66
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $96
- Full-Day River Rafting Tour in Fethiye with Transfer & Lunch: $76
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye and Volos 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 dayVolos €52Fethiye €40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volos
For Volos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece: $119
- Pelion Private Nature Experience : Farm-to-Table Cooking: $1,196
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit€0.14
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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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Volos €17Fethiye €26
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Delphi Tour from Volos: $938
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $258
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $36
- Meteora tour from Volos.A journey through history and nature.: $269
- Pelion Private Tour: Portaria, Makrinitsa & Wine: $179
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $263
- Private Tour of Tsagkarada & Mylopotamos: $1,349
- Small Group Tour to Pinakates, Vizitsa & Milies: $197
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€4.94
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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.
- 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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Fethiye €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Volos
Also in Volos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volos Small Group Tour: Pelion Villages & Wine Tasting: $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Fethiye, we can see that Volos 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 Volos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Volos 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 Volos Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Volos or Fethiye?
Volos has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Volos 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.
When is the best time to visit Volos or Fethiye?
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 Volos or Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Volos and Fethiye. Most visitors come to Volos for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Volos is generally around the same temperature as Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 26°C (78°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Volos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Volos usually receives less sunshine than Fethiye during summer. Volos gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Volos usually receives more rain than Fethiye. Volos gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVolos 26°C (78°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Volos or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Volos as well as Fethiye. The autumn months attract visitors to Volos because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Volos is cooler than Fethiye in the autumn. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Fethiye fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. In the autumn, Volos often gets less sunshine than Fethiye. Volos gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Fethiye. Volos gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVolos 17°C (62°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Volos or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Volos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Volos this time of year.
In the winter, Volos is much colder than Fethiye. Typically, the winter temperatures in Volos in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Fethiye averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Volos usually receives less sunshine than Fethiye during winter. Volos gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. In January, Volos usually receives less rain than Fethiye. Volos gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVolos 6°C (42°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Volos or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Volos during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Volos for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Volos is generally cooler than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 14°C (56°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Volos. In the spring, Volos often gets less sunshine than Fethiye. Volos gets 209 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets less rain in April than Fethiye. Volos gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVolos 14°C (56°F)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Volos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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