Which place is cheaper, Canary Islands or Andalusia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Andalusia or Canary Islands?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Andalusia or Canary Islands, 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: Andalusia or Canary Islands?
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a territory of Spain located off the northwest coast of Africa. Made up of rugged volcanic islands, the archipelago is known for its black and white sand beaches with great surf as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, snorkeling, and scuba amongst other activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAndalusia €127Canary Islands €145
The average daily cost (per person) in Andalusia is €127, while the average daily cost in Canary Islands is €145. 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 Andalusia and Canary Islands in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAndalusia €65Canary Islands €71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAndalusia €130Canary Islands €142
Compare Hotels in Andalusia and Canary Islands
Looking for a hotel in Andalusia or Canary Islands? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Andalusia €23Canary Islands €51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malaga Airport (AGP) to Marbella - Arrival Private Transfer: $44
- Airport Transfer: Malaga Airport AGP to Malaga by Luxury Van: $57
- Airport Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Business Car: $51
- Airport Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Car: $73
- Airport Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Van: $53
- Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata: $66
- Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport: $66
- Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Seville City by Luxury Van: $97
- Caminito del Rey from Seville with semiprivate transfer: $191
- Cordoba and its Mosque from Granada with Private Transfer: $262
- Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $241
- Cordoba: Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $132
Is it cheaper to fly into Andalusia or Canary Islands?
Prices for flights to both Canary Islands and Andalusia 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 dayAndalusia €35Canary Islands €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ugly Delicious Food Tour: $38
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
- Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas : $47
- Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $49
- Oriental dinner with a view of the Giralda: $57
- Paella & Sangria Showcooking Experience on a Rooftop: $60
- Dinner and Show flamenco in the Albayzin Granada: $62
- Dinner and Show at Alegría Flamenco & Restaurant in Malaga: $65
- Food Tour Cadiz: $75
- Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour in Sevilla: $76
- Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Andalusia €29Canary Islands €24
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sevilla: Best Monumental Free Walking Tour: $3.26
- Walking Tour of Sevilla's Historic Sites: $3.27
- Ticket to the Flamenco Dress Museum: $3.27
- Self Audio Guided Tour in Seville Cathedral: $4.36
- Skip the Line: Picasso's Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old Town of Frigiliana: $5.45
- Granada Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Seville Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Essential Seville: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Explore the its History & Legends: $6.99
- Story Adventure Outdoor Escape Game in Cadiz Town Center : $7.07
- Sightseeing Outdoor Escape Game in Malaga: $7.08
- Monumental Economic tour with booking fee Seville: $7.64
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best of the South Tour - Electric Bike Tour: $106
- Fuerteventura Christmas Charm: A Festive Walking Tour: $617
- Fuerteventura’s Cultural Gems: A Walking Tour: $510
- Lanzarote: A Different Perspective Guided Driving Tour: $160
- Lanzarote: Guided Mountain Bike Tour: $64
- Tenerife : Pack of 2 Private Dives for Experienced Divers: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAndalusia €23Canary Islands €8.48
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
- Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry: $17
- Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery: $24
- Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting: $24
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $26
- Guided Cellar Tour and wine tasting: $35
- Evening Local Wine Tasting in Córdoba: $39
- Flamenco show with wine tasting and tapas at Bodega La Jara: $49
- Frigiliana Small-Group Hike and Wine Tasting Tour from Malaga: $60
- Sun and Wine Route - Small group, wine tasting and lunch included: $76
- Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!: $77
- Malaga Food Walking Tour with Tapas & Wine Tasting: $98
- BEST OF Granada: Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour: $100
When comparing the travel costs between Andalusia and Canary Islands, we can see that Canary Islands is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Andalusia Expensive? and Is Canary Islands Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.