Which place is cheaper, Flanders or Catalonia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Catalonia or Flanders?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Catalonia and Flanders. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Catalonia or Flanders?
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.
Flanders
The Northern region of Belgium, commonly known as Flanders, is a popular destination for travelers. It includes well-known cities like Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent and Bruges. It is the Dutch-speaking region of Belgium and has many sights and historical attractions to see.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatalonia €0.00Flanders €127
The average daily cost (per person) in Catalonia is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Flanders is €127. 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 Catalonia and Flanders in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatalonia -Flanders €69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatalonia €0.00Flanders €138
Compare Hotels in Catalonia and Flanders
Looking for a hotel in Catalonia or Flanders? 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.Catalonia -Flanders €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Reus Airport to La Pineda: $15
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Reus Airport to Salou: $15
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona Center Port : $17
- Transfer departure Shuttle Barcelona City to Barcelona Port: $18
- Barcelona Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) Private Transfer: $25
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Barcelona Airport to La Pineda: $27
- Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $27
- Taxi - Cab - Private transfer from Barcelona City Centre to Barcelona airport: $28
- Barcelona Private Airport Arrival Transfer to City Cente: $29
- Private Transfer: El-Prat Airport (BCN) to Barcelona City Center: $31
- Book Barcelona City to Cruise Port Private Transfer: $31
- Barcelona Airport Departure Transfers: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Catalonia or Flanders?
Prices for flights to both Flanders and Catalonia 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 dayCatalonia -Flanders €40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $21
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $21
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Barcelona La Barceloneta Tapas Food Tour: $38
- Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
- Paella Cooking Experience and Wine in Barcelona: $60
- Barcelona street food tour La Boqueria Market: $63
- Barcelona Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $68
- Tablao de Carmen Flamenco Show with Tasting Menu or Dinner: $74
- Barcelona Tipsy Tapas Guided Food Tour with Dinner: $75
- Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience in Barcelona: $75
- Spanish Culinary Experience: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catalonia -Flanders €16
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: $3.26
- Barcelona Gothic Quarter: History&Legends Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Sagrada Familia Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Gaudí & Sagrada Familia Free Tour in English : $3.27
- Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.27
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Free Tour: Stories, Secrets & Symbolism: $3.27
- Gaudi and La Sagrada Familia Exterior Self-Guided Audio Tour : $5.00
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Barcelona: $5.44
- Walking Tour in Barcelona with Arabic Guide: $5.45
- Tarragona Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $5.45
- Walking Tour to Parc de la Sèquia from Manresa: $5.99
- Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $6.54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatalonia -Flanders €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $13
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $16
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $22
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $23
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: $26
- Barcelona Art & Wine Tour: $31
- Small-Group Natural and Organic Wine Tasting near Sitges: $33
- Barcelona Animals Pub Crawl with 1 hr open bar + VIP club access: $44
- Bar Crawl at Gaixample: $44
- Fun Wine Tasting in Barcelona with a Sommelier!: $46
- Priorat Wine Tasting Tour from Salou : $48
- Tipsy Tour Bar Crawl in Barcelona with Local Guide: $53
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catalonia and Flanders, we can see that Flanders is more expensive. And not only is Catalonia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catalonia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catalonia 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 Flanders would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Flanders than you might in Catalonia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catalonia Expensive? and Is Flanders 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.