Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Canary Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Canary Islands or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Canary Islands and Catalonia 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: Canary Islands or Catalonia?
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.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCanary Islands €172Catalonia €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €172, while the average daily cost in Catalonia 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 Canary Islands and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCanary Islands €71Catalonia €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €142Catalonia €176
Compare Hotels in Canary Islands and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Canary Islands or Catalonia? 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.Canary Islands €51Catalonia €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canary Islands
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Canary Islands:
- LANZAROTE Transfer Accommodation - Airport: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 24 Hour Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to City Centre: $23
- Arrival Barcelona Airport Private Transfer: $23
- Arrival Private Transfer by Sedan from BCN airport to Barcelona: $91
- Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona in Private Car/Van: $86
- Arrival Transfer: Airport BCN to Barcelona by Business Car: $92
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Business Car: $92
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) Private Transfer to Barcelona City/Hotels: $63
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Barcelona - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Palamós - Arrival Private Transfer: $286
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Sitges - Arrival Private Transfer: $115
- Barcelona Airport BCN Round-Trip Transfer in Private Van: $171
- Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona Port -Arrival Private Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Canary Islands or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Canary Islands 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 dayCanary Islands €68Catalonia €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $52
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $56
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $56
- Barcelona Paella and Sangria Cooking Experience: $57
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $69
- Barcelona Boqueria Market e Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $75
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $75
- Barcelona: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class with Sangria Making: $79
- Barcelona: Gothic And El Born Food Tour with Tapas and Wine: $80
- Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona | Small Group, Cava & Wine: $80
- Barcelona Rooftop Paella Cooking Class with Sangria & Local Host: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €24Catalonia €31
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Collective Adventure: Travel & Volunteer in Tenerife: $1,514
- Gran Canaria Rally Driving Experience Toyota GR Yaris: $524
- Gran Canaria: Paragliding Experience: $84
- Gran Canaria: Poema del Mar Aquarium & Guayadeque Tour: $85
- Guided Snorkelling experience in south of Gran Canaria: $64
- Guided tour of Roques de Garcia - Teide National Park: $23
- Lanzarote: Timanfaya National Park Express Tour: $55
- Northwest Tenerife: Villages visit, Lunch, and Tasting Tour: $99
- Snorkel tour Why not?: $70
- Teide Sunset Walk & Volcanic Tube Visit. Small Group Tour.: $61
- Tenerife: Adults-Only Whale & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise: $71
- Tenerife: Lamborghini Urus Teide Tour with Driver: $2,329
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Tours Barcelona: 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $3.49
- Barcelona Guided Tour on Segway: $3.49
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Tour: $3.49
- Barcelona Electric Scooter Tour: $3.49
- Sagrada Familia External Audio Tour - The 3 Iconic Facades: $3.50
- Censored Barcelona Tour: $3.50
- Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.50
- Tarragona Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.78
- Barcelona Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.10
- Barcelona Gothic Quarter Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $5.10
- Tarragona Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.13
- Haunted Barcelona: Ghost Night Walking Tour: $5.36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €8.48Catalonia €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Canary Islands
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Canary Islands:
- Lanzarote: Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting with Cheese: $41
- Tenerife: Private Canary Wine Tasting at Your Villa: $116
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $15
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Largest Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona: 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $17
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $23
- Barcelona: Bar Crawl at Gaixample: $29
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $29
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Winery tour & wine tasting in Penedès region 40min from Barcelona: $37
- Wine Tasting Experience in Barcelona: $41
When comparing the travel costs between Canary Islands and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia 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 Canary Islands Expensive? and Is Catalonia 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.