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Prices and Cost of Living in Turkey

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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 15.38 PLN to 22.34 PLN

Transportation

from 1.96 PLN to 2.93 PLN

Sightseeing

from 4.49 PLN to 7.48 PLN

Accommodation

from 144.19 PLN to 160.21 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 166.01 PLN to 192.97 PLN

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 25 April 2025.

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 1697 TRY (166 PLN) to 1973 TRY (193 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 2322 TRY (227 PLN) to 2940 TRY (288 PLN). 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 6.61 PLN to 9.14 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 8.67 PLN to 12.52 PLN

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 25 April 2025.

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 67.57 TRY (6.61 PLN) to 93.43 TRY (9.14 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 88.63 TRY (8.67 PLN) to 128 TRY (12.52 PLN) 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: 25 April 2025

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.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)1.86 PLN
Banana (1kg)2.72 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)21.44 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)19.57 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)8.91 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)3.52 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)3.83 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)3.93 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)4.96 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)1.44 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.13 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)14.88 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)2.30 PLN
Onion (1kg)1.25 PLN
Oranges (1kg)1.74 PLN
Potato (1kg)1.21 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)3.70 PLN
Tomato (1kg)2.30 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.69 PLN

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 (1.25 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 219 TRY (21.44 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 37.84 TRY (3.7 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 11.58 TRY (1.13 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 27.81 TRY (2.72 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 19.04 TRY (1.86 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 7.03 TRY (0.69 PLN). Dairy prices in Turkey, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 23.5 TRY (2.3 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 152 TRY (14.88 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 91.04 TRY (8.91 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 40.21 TRY (3.93 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 23.51 TRY (2.3 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)4.36 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)1.97 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)5.87 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)6.85 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)10.52 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course58.70 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant11.74 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.80 PLN

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 (4.36 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 20.12 TRY (1.97 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 108 TRY (10.52 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 600 TRY (58.7 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 120 TRY (11.74 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)76.01 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.98 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)9.78 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)0.83 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)1.24 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Turkey?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 10 TRY (0.98 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 777 TRY (76.01 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 12.65 TRY (1.24 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 8.51 TRY (0.83 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L4.69 PLN
Gasoline 1L4.71 PLN
LPG 1L2.76 PLN

Fuel prices in Turkey

Average fuel prices in Turkey are 48.1 TRY (4.71 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 47.91 TRY (4.69 PLN) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 28.24 TRY (2.76 PLN).

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat8.80 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult60.02 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)24.33 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 338 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre774 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 277 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre1 329 PLN

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 (774 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 13675 TRY (1338 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 49902 TRY (4882 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre4 882 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre2 448 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1 017 PLN

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 (December 2024) ranges from 1247 TRY (122 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 4493 TRY (440 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 6424 TRY (628 PLN) upwards.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
21
244 PLN
Lifeinn Hotel
85
440 PLN
Avcilar Inci Hotel
87
553 PLN
Cityloft 81
98
704 PLN
The Green Park Pendik
No category
18
468 PLN
The Trip Istanbul Hotel
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices for products and services in Istanbul. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• 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.

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