A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Asilah vs. Rijeka for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Asilah or Rijeka?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Asilah and Rijeka can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Asilah or Rijeka?

Asilah

Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.

Rijeka

Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Adventure Tours to Croatia, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Rijeka or Asilah?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Asilah is $66, while the average daily cost in Rijeka 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 Asilah and Rijeka in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asilah $29
    Rijeka $54
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asilah $58
    Rijeka $108
Compare Hotels in Asilah and Rijeka

Looking for a hotel in Asilah or Rijeka? 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 Asilah


Hotels in Rijeka


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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: Asilah Hotel Prices and Rijeka Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asilah $15
    Rijeka $17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah

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

  • Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $72

Is it cheaper to fly into Asilah or Rijeka?

Prices for flights to both Rijeka and Asilah 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
    Asilah $24
    Rijeka $36
Typical Food Prices in Asilah

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:


  • Cookies
    $0.50
  • Breakfast for Two
    $4.98
  • Tagine Dinner for 2
    $7.48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asilah $22
    Rijeka $9.48

Tours and Activities in Rijeka

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

  • Drava Sup Exploring Adventure: $44
  • From Golden Island of Krk Tour: $93
  • Istria Highlights Tour from Rijeka or Pula: $122
  • Private Sunset Boat Tour: $631
  • Private Walking Cultural Tour of Rijeka: $235
  • History of Military Forts Guided Tour: $64
  • Private Guided Walking Tour: $127
  • Pula, Rovinj, and Panoramic Istrian Coast Tour: $121
  • Tour the underground with no experience required: $64
  • Ucka Mountain: Guided Hiking Tour: $449

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asilah $6.98
    Rijeka $17


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

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


Which is Bigger, Asilah or Rijeka?

Rijeka has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Asilah and Rijeka, 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 Asilah or Rijeka?

Rijeka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Asilah experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Asilah or Rijeka in the Summer?

Both Rijeka and Asilah during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Rijeka for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Asilah is around the same temperature as Rijeka in the summer. The daily temperature in Asilah averages around 24°C (74°F) in July, and Rijeka fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In Rijeka, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Asilah. In the summer, Asilah often gets more sunshine than Rijeka. Asilah gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rijeka receives 288 hours of full sun.

Asilah usually gets less rain in July than Rijeka. Asilah gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Asilah 24°C (74°F) 
    Rijeka 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Rijeka in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Asilah and Rijeka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Rijeka because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Asilah is a little warmer than Rijeka. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Asilah in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Rijeka averages at about 16°C (60°F).

In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Rijeka during autumn. Asilah gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Rijeka receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Asilah usually receives less rain than Rijeka. Asilah gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Asilah 20°C (68°F) 
    Rijeka 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Rijeka in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Asilah as well as Rijeka. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Rijeka this time of year.

In January, Asilah is generally much warmer than Rijeka. Daily temperatures in Asilah average around 13°C (55°F), and Rijeka fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Asilah often gets more sunshine than Rijeka. Asilah gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rijeka receives 96 hours of full sun.

Asilah receives a lot of rain in the winter. Asilah usually gets more rain in January than Rijeka. Asilah gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Asilah 13°C (55°F) 
    Rijeka 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Rijeka in the Spring?

Both Rijeka and Asilah are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Rijeka for the beaches and the activities around the city.

Asilah is a little warmer than Rijeka in the spring. The daily temperature in Asilah averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Rijeka fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Rijeka during spring. Asilah gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Rijeka receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Asilah usually receives less rain than Rijeka. Asilah gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Asilah 15°C (60°F) 
    Rijeka 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Rijeka and Asilah

Asilah Rijeka
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 9°C (49°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 13°C (56°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 22°C (71°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jul 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 16°C (60°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in) 10°C (51°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 6°C (44°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)