Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Cagliari?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Cagliari or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cagliari or Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCagliari €120Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Cagliari is €120, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCagliari €66Playa de las Americas €115
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCagliari €132Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Cagliari and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Cagliari or Playa de las Americas? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cagliari €31Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cagliari
Also for Cagliari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Cagliari airport City - Orosei city Marina: $513
- Cagliari Elmas Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Cagliari: $65
- Transfer / taxi Cagliari Airport - Cagliari city: $60
- Private Transfer from Cagliari hotels to Cagliari Cruise Port: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Cagliari or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 dayCagliari €35Playa de las Americas €45
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
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cagliari €17Playa de las Americas €30
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
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayCagliari €7.57Playa de las Americas €8.57
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 Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Cagliari much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cagliari would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cagliari 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Cagliari.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cagliari Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cagliari or Playa de las Americas?
Cagliari has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Cagliari and Playa de las Americas, 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 Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cagliari and Playa de las Americas. The summer months attract visitors to Cagliari because of the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Cagliari is around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas in the summer. The daily temperature in Cagliari averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Cagliari, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cagliari usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Cagliari gets 337 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cagliari usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyCagliari 24°C (75°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cagliari or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cagliari as well as Playa de las Americas. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Cagliari this time of year.
In the autumn, Cagliari is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cagliari in October average around 18°C (65°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the autumn, Cagliari often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Cagliari usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCagliari 18°C (65°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cagliari or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
Both Playa de las Americas and Cagliari are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Cagliari for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Cagliari is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Cagliari average around 10°C (50°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Cagliari usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Cagliari gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cagliari usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCagliari 10°C (50°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Cagliari or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
Both Playa de las Americas and Cagliari during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Cagliari in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Cagliari is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the spring. The daily temperature in Cagliari averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cagliari. In the spring, Cagliari often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Cagliari usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Cagliari gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilCagliari 14°C (57°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Cagliari
| Cagliari | Playa de las Americas | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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.