Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or A Coruna?
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 Alicante and A Coruna can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or A Coruna?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Alicante and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Alicante and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or A Coruna? 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Transfer from Alicante city to Alicante airport in private Minivan max. 6 passengers: $73
- Transfer from Alicante airport to Albir in private Sedan car max. 3 passengers: $85
- Transfer Airport / Renfe Alicante - Alcoy: $92
- Roundtrip Transfer Airport-Hotel in Alicante cars of up to 8 passengers: $55
- Private Transfer: Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante: $47
- Private Transfer from Elche to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from El Plantio Golf Resort to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $63
- Private Transfer from Castell de Castells to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $183
- Private Transfer from Camping Marjal Costa Blanca to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airpor: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello Pueblo Acantilado to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from Campello / Coveta Fuma to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72A Coruna €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53A Coruna €9.72
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $32
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -A Coruna €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and A Coruna, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or A Coruna?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and A Coruna, 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 Alicante or A Coruna?
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 Alicante or A Coruna in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alicante as well as A Coruna. Many visitors come to Alicante in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Alicante is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 25°C (77°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In the summer, Alicante often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Alicante or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Alicante for the shopping scene during these months.
Alicante is a little warmer than A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. In October, Alicante usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Alicante or A Coruna in the Winter?
Both A Coruna and Alicante during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Alicante because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Alicante is around the same temperature as A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alicante in January average around 11°C (52°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Alicante often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alicante usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Alicante or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and A Coruna. The beaches are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In April, Alicante is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 16°C (60°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Alicante usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Alicante
| Alicante | A Coruna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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