A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cagliari vs. A Coruna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cagliari 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 Cagliari and A Coruna can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Cagliari or A Coruna?

Cagliari

Cagliari is the capital of the Italian island, Sardinia, located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is best known for its abundance of seafood, beach access, and an array of architecture that reflects both Roman and medieval history.

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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Cagliari?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Cagliari is €120, 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 Cagliari and A Coruna in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cagliari 66
    A Coruna 51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cagliari 132
    A Coruna 102
Compare Hotels in Cagliari and A Coruna

Looking for a hotel in Cagliari 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.

Hotels in Cagliari


Hotels in A Coruna


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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: Cagliari Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cagliari 31
    A Coruna 13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cagliari

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

  • Transfer / taxi Cagliari Airport - Cagliari city: $60
  • Private Transfer from Cagliari hotels to Cagliari Cruise Port: $26
  • Private Transfer Cagliari airport City - Orosei city Marina: $513
  • Cagliari Elmas Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Cagliari: $65

Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna

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

  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72

Is it cheaper to fly into Cagliari or A Coruna?

Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Cagliari 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
    Cagliari 35
    A Coruna 28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cagliari

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

  • Sardinia Cooking Class: Fresh Handmade Pasta: $75
  • Cooking Class and Wine Tasting: $80
  • Homemade fresh pasta cooking: $82
  • Sardinia Traditional Food Tour: $87
  • Sardinian Cooking Class with Meal and Drinks: $96
  • Traditional Sardinian Lunch and Cooking Class In Cagliari: $116
  • Romantic sunset dinner experience with private chef: $159

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cagliari 17
    A Coruna 9.72

Tours and Activities in Cagliari

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

  • 2 Hours Guided Tour of San Pancras and Castello: $43
  • 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Historical Cagliari: $64
  • Archaeological tour of Nora: $91
  • Barumini Unesco Site and Giara of Gesturi Tour from Cagliari: $98
  • Beach Tour Porto Pino & Piscinnì from Cagliari: $91
  • Beachtour Marina Rei & Sant'Elmo from Cagliari: $91
  • Beachtour Porto Giunco & Cala Sinzias from Cagliari: $91
  • Beachtour to Chia & Tuerredda from Cagliari: $91
  • Boat Tour at Devil's Saddle: 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco: $60
  • Boat Tour in the Gulf of Cagliari with aperitif on board: $84
  • Cagliari : Highlights & Hidden gems Private Walking Tour: $70
  • Cagliari : Private Custom Walking Tour with Local Guide: $51

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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Tours and Activities in A Coruna

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

  • 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
  • A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
  • A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
  • A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
  • E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
  • Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
  • Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
  • Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
  • Guided Tour Lugo: $27
  • Private City Tour of A Coruña - Shore Excursion : $237
  • Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cagliari 7.57
    A Coruna 13

Sample the Local Flavors in Cagliari

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

  • Guided Artisanal Food and Wine Tasting Experience: $48
  • WINE TOUR with sommelier in a winery near Cagliari: $66
  • Small-Group Food and Wine Tour from Cagliari: $98
  • Wine Tour Sardinia: $107
  • Wine tour aroud vineyards of Cagliari : $109
  • Wine Tasting & Winery Tour: $266
  • Full-Day Private Wine Tasting with Lunch: $641


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cagliari and A Coruna, we can see that Cagliari 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 Cagliari would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cagliari 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 Cagliari Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cagliari or A Coruna?

A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 48% larger than the population of Cagliari. When comparing the sizes of Cagliari 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 Cagliari or A Coruna?

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 Cagliari or A Coruna in the Summer?

Both A Coruna and Cagliari are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Cagliari in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Cagliari is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Cagliari average around 24°C (75°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in A Coruna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cagliari. Cagliari usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Cagliari gets 337 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Cagliari usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Cagliari 24°C (75°F) 
    A Coruna 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Cagliari or A Coruna in the Autumn?

Both A Coruna and Cagliari during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Cagliari for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

Cagliari is a little warmer than A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cagliari averages around 18°C (65°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In the autumn, Cagliari often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.

A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cagliari usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Cagliari 18°C (65°F) 
    A Coruna 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Cagliari or A Coruna in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cagliari and A Coruna. The winter months attract visitors to Cagliari because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Cagliari is around the same temperature as A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cagliari in January average around 10°C (50°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).

Cagliari usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Cagliari gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.

A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Cagliari usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Cagliari 10°C (50°F) 
    A Coruna 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Cagliari or A Coruna in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Cagliari as well as A Coruna. The beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Cagliari this time of year.

In April, Cagliari is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Cagliari average around 14°C (57°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cagliari this time of the year. In the spring, Cagliari often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.

Cagliari usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Cagliari gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Cagliari 14°C (57°F) 
    A Coruna 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for A Coruna and Cagliari

Cagliari A Coruna
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 11°C (51°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Feb 10°C (51°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 14°C (57°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 24 mm (0.9 in) 15°C (58°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Aug 24°C (76°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 22°C (71°F) 26 mm (1 in) 19°C (65°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 18°C (65°F) 50 mm (2 in) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 11°C (52°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 128 mm (5 in)