A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Palma de Mallorca for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Palma de Mallorca?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Palma de Mallorca, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Accra or Palma de Mallorca?

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Palma de Mallorca or Accra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Accra Prices
    Ghana Prices
    Palma de Mallorca Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Accra $39
    Palma de Mallorca $192

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $39, while the average daily cost in Palma de Mallorca is $192. 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 Accra and Palma de Mallorca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Accra $17
    Palma de Mallorca $78
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Accra $34
    Palma de Mallorca $156
Compare Hotels in Accra and Palma de Mallorca

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Palma de Mallorca? 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 Accra


Hotels in Palma de Mallorca


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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: Accra Hotel Prices and Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Accra $14
    Palma de Mallorca $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $78
  • Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $60
  • Private Accra City Tour with Free Airport Transfer: $100
  • Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
  • Airport & City Transfers: $100
  • Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
  • City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
  • City Highlights Half-day Guided Tour with Transfers: $59
  • Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
  • Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $7.64
  • Bus Ride
    $1.40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca

Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Boat Transfer between Puerto Andratx and Sant Elmo: $14
  • Katmandu Park Entrance with Transfers: $57
  • Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca city to Mallorca airport (PMI): $62
  • Caves Drach Tour & Return Transfer from Cala Dor-Calas Mallorca: $67
  • Coasteering in South Mallorca with Transfers: $75
  • East Mallorca Coasteering Experience with Transfers: $75
  • Private Transfer from Magaluf to Mallorca airport (PMI): $77
  • Mallorca Airport Departure Transfer - Cala Ratjada to PMI Airport: $80
  • Port de Pollença to Mallorca Airport (PMI) - Departure Transfer: $86
  • Palma de Mallorca to Mallorca Airport (PMI) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
  • Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Palma de Mallorca: $92
  • Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Peguera : $101

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Palma de Mallorca?

Prices for flights to both Palma de Mallorca and Accra 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
    Accra $14
    Palma de Mallorca $87

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.

  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $20
  • Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
  • Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $46
  • Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $60
  • Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $73
  • Cooking Class: $75
  • Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
  • Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
  • Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Food Tours and Market Tours : $116
  • Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135

Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Soda
    $2.81

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Unique Self-Guided Food Tour in Palma Old Town, Mallorca: $75
  • Spanish Cooking Class Palma meals+drinks 7 dishes Full meals: $102
  • Traditional recipes cooking experience: $103
  • Paella Day Cooking Class Savor the Tradition: $109
  • Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $138
  • The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $139
  • Romantic SPA day with couples massage and romantic dinner at Eurotel Punta Rotja: $228

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Accra $2.97
    Palma de Mallorca $38

Tours and Activities in Accra

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

  • 1 Day Accra City Tour: $100
  • Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
  • Cape Coast Root ,History, & Active Adventure tour: $174
  • Ghana Chocolate Tasting Experience : $180
  • Naming Ceremony and Heritage Homecoming Experience for Diasporas: $265
  • The Akosombo Tour: $190
  • 2-day Tour of Downtown Accra: $216
  • 7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
  • Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $185
  • Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
  • Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Tours: $190
  • Accra - Ada Aqua Safari - Friendly Tours: $230

Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Palma de Mallorca Interactive City Tour: $6.41
  • Palma de Mallorca Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.16
  • AbenteuerDate, Cala Rajada, tour with fun activities in German language: $10
  • AbenteuerDate Palmanova, tour with fun activities in German language: $10
  • AbenteuerDate, Palma,Santa Catalina, Tour with Fun Activities in German Language: $10
  • AbenteuerDate Alcudia, Interactive Fun Tour in German Language: $10
  • Cathedral of Palma Mallorca Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $11
  • Palma Jump ticket: $15
  • Palma de Mallorca Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $17
  • Off the Beaten Path: Secrets of Palma Walking Tour: $17
  • Mallorca 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $20
  • Guided tour of the winery and vineyards : $25

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Accra $4.26
    Palma de Mallorca $33

Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:


  • Coffee
    $3.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:

  • Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Alcudia Old Town: $53
  • Palma Distillery Tour with 3 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $56
  • Palma Distillery Tour with 6 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $79
  • Sa Clasta Mallorca Wine Tours: $166
  • Wine tasting at sunset including pick-up from the north coast: $189


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Palma de Mallorca, we can see that Palma de Mallorca is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Palma de Mallorca is in Europe, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Palma de Mallorca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palma de Mallorca than you might in Accra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Palma de Mallorca Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Accra or Palma de Mallorca?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Palma de Mallorca, 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 Accra or Palma de Mallorca?

Palma de Mallorca has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Accra or Palma de Mallorca in the Summer?

Both Palma de Mallorca and Accra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Palma de Mallorca this time of year.

In July, Accra is generally around the same temperature as Palma de Mallorca. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 25°C (77°F), and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).

Accra usually gets more rain in July than Palma de Mallorca. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Accra 25°C (77°F) 
    Palma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F)

Should I visit Accra or Palma de Mallorca in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Palma de Mallorca. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Palma de Mallorca for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Accra is a little warmer than Palma de Mallorca in the autumn. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In October, Accra usually receives less rain than Palma de Mallorca. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Accra 26°C (79°F) 
    Palma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Accra or Palma de Mallorca in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Accra as well as Palma de Mallorca. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Palma de Mallorca in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

In the winter, Accra is much warmer than Palma de Mallorca. Typically, the winter temperatures in Accra in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Palma de Mallorca averages at about 11°C (52°F).

Accra usually gets less rain in January than Palma de Mallorca. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Accra 27°C (81°F) 
    Palma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Accra or Palma de Mallorca in the Spring?

Both Palma de Mallorca and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Palma de Mallorca for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Accra is generally much warmer than Palma de Mallorca. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 28°C (82°F), and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).

It's quite rainy in Accra. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Palma de Mallorca. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Accra 28°C (82°F) 
    Palma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F)

Typical Weather for Palma de Mallorca and Accra

Accra Palma de Mallorca
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 12°C (53°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Mar 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 28°C (82°F) 117 mm (4.6 in) 14°C (57°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 22°C (71°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 24°C (76°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 23°C (73°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 19°C (66°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 15°C (58°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Dec 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)