Which place is cheaper, Funchal or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Funchal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Funchal? 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: Antalya or Funchal?
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $147Funchal $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Funchal is $101. 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 Antalya and Funchal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $55Funchal $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $110Funchal $112
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Funchal
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Funchal? 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Funchal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $110Funchal $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $416
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Serik Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kundu Transfer - SUV: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Belek Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Manavgat Transfer - Comfort: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Lara Transfer - SUV: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kaleici Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya City Center Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Beldibi Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kundu Transfer - Limousine: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya City Center Transfer - Limousine: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Konyaalti Transfer - Limousine: $292
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer and Hiking PR8 Sao Lourenço : $44
- Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $35
- Sunrise Transfer to Hike Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo: $71
- Private Transfer from Madeira Airport(FNC) to Madeira Cruise Port: $26
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $59
- Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $123
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
- Private One way Transfer Madeira Airport to or from Funchal: $22
- Premium Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $44
- PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $71
- Minibus Transfer: Funchal - Madeira Airport: $38
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Funchal?
Prices for flights to both Funchal and Antalya 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 dayAntalya $25Funchal $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $40
- Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $73
- Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $104
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee$1.52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $31
- Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $41
- Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $76
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $46Funchal $16
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $52
- Tour of waterfall (unıque): $71
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya With Cave Hotel Overnight: $60
- 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
- 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
- 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $15
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour : $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $25
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $120
- 9 hours Antalya Canyoning and Rafting Tours: $43
- A Walking Adventure in Antalya: $175
- Adrasan & Suluada (Turkish Maldives) Island Boat Tour: $28
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Handicap Half Day Tour, Fully Accessible Tour : $76
- “Le tour de Churchill” - From Funchal to Câmara de Lobos: $58
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- 4 Hours Adventure Jeep Tour in Central Madeira Portugal: $47
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $71
- Accessible Half Day Tour Cabo Girão: $120
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $158
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Amazing West - Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day: $60
- Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $49
- Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am To 5pm (Each Day): $65
- Around the island - Two days tour: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $20Funchal $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $49
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $53
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $53
- Wine tasting and Jeep Adventure in Madeira's Majestic Countryside: $56
- Pub Crawl: $59
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $86
- Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $97
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $98
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $102
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $109
- Wine Tour by Overland Madeira: $150
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Funchal, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Funchal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Funchal?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Funchal, 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 Antalya or Funchal?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Antalya or Funchal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Funchal. The summer months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Funchal. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 28°C (83°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Funchal this time of the year. In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Funchal during summer. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Funchal. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Funchal 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Funchal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Funchal. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
Antalya is around the same temperature as Funchal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Funchal fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the autumn, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Funchal. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 183 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. Antalya usually gets less rain in October than Funchal. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Funchal 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Funchal in the Winter?
Both Funchal and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Antalya is cooler than Funchal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antalya in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Funchal averages at about 16°C (61°F).
Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Funchal during winter. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 141 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. It's quite rainy in Antalya. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Funchal. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Funchal 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Funchal in the Spring?
Both Funchal and Antalya during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Antalya in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Antalya is generally around the same temperature as Funchal. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 16°C (62°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. In the spring, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Funchal. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 182 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets less rain in April than Funchal. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Funchal 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Funchal and Antalya
| Antalya | Funchal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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