A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Albufeira vs. Split for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Albufeira or Split?

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

Should I visit Albufeira or Split? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Albufeira or Split?

Albufeira

Located in the Algarve region in the south of Portugal, Albufeira was once a small fishing village which has since evolved into a popular destination for tourists attracted by the area's beaches, pleasant climate, and fresh seafood.

Split

Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.

Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.

Split is also a must-visit on a trip through the country. It can easily fit in to a one-week itinerary of Croatia, or many other routes, as it's centrally located and very accessible.

Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.

Which city is cheaper, Split or Albufeira?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Albufeira is €118, while the average daily cost in Split is €86. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Albufeira and Split in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Albufeira €59
    Split €58
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Albufeira €118
    Split €116
Compare Hotels in Albufeira and Split

Looking for a hotel in Albufeira or Split? 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 Albufeira


Hotels in Split


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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: Albufeira Hotel Prices and Split Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Albufeira €27
    Split €11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albufeira

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Albufeira:

  • Transfer Galé - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $77
  • Transfer Galé - Benamor Golf (Conceição): $100
  • Transfer Galé - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $36
  • Transfer Galé - Alto Golf Pestana (Alvor): $62
  • Transfer Galé - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $62
  • Transfer From Albufeira Algarve To Lisboa: $235
  • Transfer Algarve - Up to 7 People: $871
  • Transfer Algarve - Up to 3 People: $746
  • Transfer Albufeira to Faro Airport: $36
  • Transfer Albufeira - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $77
  • Transfer Albufeira - Benamor Golf (Conceição): $100
  • Transfer Albufeira - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split

Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Split speedboat transfer to Hvar town (Water taxi transfer): $569
  • Airport Private Transfer from Split: $49
  • Airport and Hotel Transfers in Split area: $100
  • Arrival Private Transfer Split Airport SPU to Dubrovnik City by Minivan: $295
  • Boat Transfer - Split to Hvar: $498
  • Dubrovnik Private Day Trip from Split (round trip transfer): $467
  • From Split or Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $467
  • From Split or Trogir: Zagreb Transfer & Plitvice Lakes Tour: $158
  • From Split to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes private one way transfer: $796
  • Krka Waterfalls National Park Shared Transfer from Split: $34
  • Luxury Private Transfer from Split to Ljubljana: $1,045
  • Luxury private transfer Split - Dubrovnik with lunch in Ston: $236

Is it cheaper to fly into Albufeira or Split?

Prices for flights to both Split and Albufeira 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
    Albufeira €38
    Split €18

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split

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

  • Krka Waterfalls with Dinner in Split included:Pizza or Burger with Fries & Drink: $62
  • Private Dining: Traditional Dalmatian family dinner near Marjan Hills: $102
  • Cooking Class in a Dalmatian Ethno Village Tour from Split: $116
  • The Real Split Food Tour: $118
  • Exclusive tour: NP Krka Bike Tour with traditional dinner: $174
  • Hvar Wine Tour + Dalmatian Dinner: $255

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Albufeira €31
    Split €2.93

Tours and Activities in Albufeira

Here are a few actual costs in Albufeira for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 'Leaozinho' Pirate Ship Cruise from Albufeira: $30
  • 1.5 Hour Quad Off-Road Tour from Albufeira: $31
  • Abulferia: 3-Hour Yacht Cruise to Benagil: $34
  • Albufeira 1.5 hour Off-Road Tour Buggy Adventure Tour: $40
  • Albufeira 1.5-Hour Off-road Quad Tour: $75
  • Albufeira 3-Hour Off-Road Quad Tour: $137
  • Albufeira Beach Tour: $25
  • Albufeira Coast and Countryside Mountain Bike Tour: $73
  • Albufeira Jeep Safari Tour (Full Day): $65
  • Albufeira to Algibre Trails Bike Tour: $73
  • 2-Hour Caves and Cliffs Kayaking Experience: $40
  • 2.5-Hour Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise: $31

Tours and Activities in Split

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

  • Emanuel Vidović Gallery Entrance Ticket: $2.35
  • City Museum Entrance Ticket: $3.13
  • Split Sightseeing: Explore the city's glorious Roman ruins on this audio tour: $5.99
  • Museum of Illusions Split Admission Ticket: $10
  • Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $11
  • Virtual Reality Movie Experience in Split: $12
  • Best of Split Walking Tour: $12
  • 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Split: $14
  • Semisubmarine tour: $16
  • Walking Tour Split: $17
  • Grand Split Walking Tour with Diocletian's Palace: $17
  • Split guided city tour for small groups: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Albufeira €21
    Split €6.28

Sample the Local Flavors in Albufeira

Also in Albufeira, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Small group Wine Tasting Tour from Albufeira: $61
  • sunset wine tasting from Albufeira: $87
  • Half Day Small Group Premium Wine Tour from Albufeira: $93
  • Wine Tour & Walking 7 Hanging Valleys - Coast Algarve: $156
  • From Algarve: Medieval Évora with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $319
  • Algarve Art and Wine Tour from Albufeira: $653

Sample the Local Flavors in Split

Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $37
  • Krka Waterfalls Tour & Wine Tasting from Split: $37
  • Krka Waterfalls and Sibenik Day Trip Including Wine Tasting from Split: $49
  • Wine Tasting With walking Small group Tour in Split: $53
  • Blue Lagoon & Wine tasting - 3 islands tour: $87
  • Split Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $101
  • Hvar 3-Hour Wine Tasting Tour: $113
  • Zinfandel Wine Tour: $124
  • Full-Day Split Food and wine tour to Peljesac: $133
  • Beer Tasting Split - visit to the local brewery: $137
  • Diocletian's Palace Private Food and Wine Tour: $147
  • Solta Island Wine Tasting Tour Including Lunch: $152

About these numbers

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


When is the best time to visit Albufeira or Split?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Albufeira or Split in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Albufeira as well as Split. Most visitors come to Albufeira for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Albufeira is around the same temperature as Split in the summer. The temperature in Albufeira is usually 25°C (78°F) in July, and Split stays around 26°C (80°F).

Albufeira usually gets less rain in July than Split. Albufeira gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Albufeira 25°C (78°F) 
    Split 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Split in the Autumn?

Both Split and Albufeira are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Albufeira because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Albufeira is around the same temperature as Split. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Albufeira in October are around 19°C (67°F), and Split is about 18°C (64°F).

In October, Albufeira usually receives less rain than Split. Albufeira gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Albufeira 19°C (67°F) 
    Split 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Split in the Winter?

Both Split and Albufeira during the winter are popular places to visit. The cuisine are the main draw to Albufeira this time of year.

In January, Albufeira is generally a little warmer than Split. Temperatures in Albufeira average around 11°C (52°F), and Split stays around 8°C (47°F).

Albufeira usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Split. Albufeira gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Albufeira 11°C (52°F) 
    Split 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Split in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Albufeira and Split. Many travelers come to Albufeira for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

Albufeira is around the same temperature as Split in the spring. The temperature in Albufeira is usually 15°C (60°F) in April, and Split stays around 15°C (59°F).

In April, Albufeira usually receives less rain than Split. Albufeira gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Albufeira 15°C (60°F) 
    Split 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Split and Albufeira

Albufeira Split
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)


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