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Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Turkey. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Travel style: 1 Travel style: 3
Food from 4.74 USD to 6.88 USD
Transportation from 0.60 USD to 0.90 USD
Sightseeing from 1.38 USD to 2.31 USD
Accommodation from 36.25 USD to 40.28 USD
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 42.97 USD to 50.37 USD
Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 3 August 2024.
How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?
Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 1426 TRY (42.97 USD) to 1671 TRY (50.37 USD). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 1961 TRY (59.1 USD) to 2539 TRY (76.53 USD). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Turkey. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
1 day
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 2.04 USD to 2.82 USD
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 2.67 USD to 3.86 USD
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 3 August 2024.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Turkey?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 67.69 TRY (2.04 USD) to 93.58 TRY (2.82 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 88.6 TRY (2.67 USD) to 128 TRY (3.86 USD) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 3 August 2024
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
⢠accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
⢠travel by public transport,
⢠dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
⢠small number of paid tourist attractions,
⢠two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
⢠accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
⢠traveling by taxis,
⢠catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
⢠average number of paid tourist attractions,
⢠two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
⢠daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
⢠shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
⢠value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Turkey
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Turkey, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Istanbul.
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Grocery Store Prices
Apples (1kg) | 0.57 USD |
Banana (1kg) | 0.84 USD |
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 6.60 USD |
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 6.03 USD |
Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 2.74 USD |
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 1.08 USD |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.18 USD |
Eggs (regular) (12) | 1.21 USD |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.53 USD |
Lettuce (1 head) | 0.44 USD |
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 0.35 USD |
Local Cheese (1kg) | 4.58 USD |
Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 0.71 USD |
Onion (1kg) | 0.39 USD |
Oranges (1kg) | 0.54 USD |
Potato (1kg) | 0.37 USD |
Rice (white), (1kg) | 1.14 USD |
Tomato (1kg) | 0.71 USD |
Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.21 USD |
Food and beverage prices in Turkey
Popular food products found on store shelves in Turkey include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 12.81 TRY (0.39 USD) for a kilo of onions to 219 TRY (6.6 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 37.84 TRY (1.14 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 11.58 TRY (0.35 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 27.81 TRY (0.84 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 19.04 TRY (0.57 USD) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 7.03 TRY (0.21 USD). Dairy prices in Turkey, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 23.5 TRY (0.71 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 152 TRY (4.58 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 91.04 TRY (2.74 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 40.21 TRY (1.21 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 23.51 TRY (0.71 USD) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
Cappuccino (regular) | 1.34 USD |
co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.61 USD |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 1.81 USD |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.11 USD |
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 3.24 USD |
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 18.08 USD |
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 3.62 USD |
Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.25 USD |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Turkey vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 44.58 TRY (1.34 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 20.12 TRY (0.61 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 108 TRY (3.24 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 600 TRY (18.08 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 120 TRY (3.62 USD).
Public Transportation Prices
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 23.42 USD |
One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.30 USD |
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 3.01 USD |
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 0.26 USD |
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 0.38 USD |
How much does transportation cost in Turkey?
The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 10 TRY (0.3 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 777 TRY (23.42 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 12.65 TRY (0.38 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 8.51 TRY (0.26 USD).
Fuel Prices
Diesel 1L | 1.44 USD |
Gasoline 1L | 1.28 USD |
LPG 1L | 0.67 USD |
Fuel prices in Turkey
Average fuel prices in Turkey are 42.57 TRY (1.28 USD) per liter of gasoline and 47.85 TRY (1.44 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 22.07 TRY (0.67 USD).
Entertainment Prices
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 2.71 USD |
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 18.49 USD |
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 7.50 USD |
Apartment Rental Prices
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 412 USD |
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 239 USD |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 701 USD |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 409 USD |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Turkey?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Turkey varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 7915 TRY (239 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 13675 TRY (412 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 49902 TRY (1504 USD) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 1 504 USD |
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 754 USD |
Average Salary
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 313 USD |
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Hotel Prices in Turkey
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Turkey vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Istanbul (August 2024) ranges from 1195 TRY (36 USD) per night in a hostel to about 3296 TRY (99 USD) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 5163 TRY (156 USD) upwards.
Istanbul
- Istanbul
- Ankara
- Ayvalik
- Bodrum
- Bozcaada
- Izmir
- Datça
- Antalya
- Bursa
- Ăaykara
- Alanya
- Nevsehir
- Fethiye
- Adana
- Ortaca
- Denizli
- Ayvacik
- ĂeĹme
- Gaziantep
- ĂrgĂźp
- Side
- Kusadasi
- Trabzon
- Konya
- Marmaris
- Kas
- Kemer
- Manavgat
Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
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23
72.71 USD
Han Hotel
91
99.32 USD
Avcilar Inci Hotel
94
123 USD
Cityloft 81
98
188 USD
The Green Park BostancÄą
No category
3
127 USD
Elita Otel
Accommodation prices based on data from 309 hotels in Istanbul.
Source: Expedia.com ⢠Update: 1 August 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 15 Aug 2024)
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Sources and updates
⢠Prices for products and services in Istanbul. Prices may vary from town to town.
⢠Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 02/2024.
⢠Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
⢠If you have noticed an error, please report it.