Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Canary Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Canary Islands and Galicia 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.
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.
Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €145, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €95. 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 Galicia in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
Prices for flights to both Galicia 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Canary Islands and Galicia, we can see that Canary Islands is more expensive. And not only is Galicia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Galicia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Galicia 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 Canary Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Canary Islands than you might in Galicia.
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 Galicia Expensive?.