Should you visit Corfu or Amalfi?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corfu or Amalfi, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Corfu
Also known in modern Greek as Kerkira or Kerkyra, Corfu is the northernmost of Greece's Ionian islands, located off the nation's northwest coast in the Adriatic Sea. It has historically seen control of Venetians, French, and British powers, and today draws tourists mainly as a resort destination.
Like many beach destinations in Europe, Corfu can be expensive due to higher tourist demand and limited space on the island. But Greece is still a fairly affordable country compared to other places in Europe, so deals can be found.
Amalfi
The town of Amalfi is at the heart of the Amalfi Coast, a region of Italy known for dramatic coastline, ritzy hotels, delicious food, and warm weather. Amalfi was the capital of a small republic in the middle ages known as the Duchy of Amalfi, when it dominated the seas by trade and power. Later, in the early 20th century, the town and the region became known as a place where wealthy travelers would spend their vacations.
Which city is cheaper, Amalfi or Corfu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Corfu is €90, while the average daily cost in Amalfi is €161. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Corfu and Amalfi in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Corfu can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €39, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €78.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Amalfi is €158. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
The average traveler spends about €25 per day in Corfu for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
On average, meal and food prices in Amalfi cost around €50 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €20.
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Food
Meals for one day
Corfu €25
Amalfi €50
Typical Food prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amalfi:
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Dinner
€35
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Snacks
€4.00
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Bread
€1.00
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Dinner
€41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amalfi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amalfi.
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Lunch or dinner with an Italian family with cooking demo and wines - Amalfi:
$106
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Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Amalfi:
$180
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Amalfi Coast Cooking Class in Organic Farm:
$193
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Market visit and cooking class with lunch or dinner at a local's home in Amalfi:
$235
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Cooking Class Plus Wine Tasting Experience:
$597
Local Transportation
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Corfu than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €44 on transportation in Corfu on average per day.
The average price of local transportation around Amalfi is €53 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corfu
Also for Corfu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Acharavi Private Transfer:
$123
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Agios Stefanos Private Transfer:
$123
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Barbati Private Transfer:
$86
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Kassiopi Private Transfer:
$123
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Kavos Private Transfer:
$134
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Nisaki Private Transfer:
$98
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Paleokastritsa Private Transfer:
$93
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Roda Private Transfer:
$111
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(CFU) Corfu Airport To Sidari Private Transfer:
$111
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Corfu to Athens Luxury Private Transfer:
$890
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Corfu to Lefkas Luxury Private Transfer:
$514
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Corfu to Parga Luxury Private Transfer:
$556
Typical Local Transportation prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amalfi:
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Bus
€4.00
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Train to Naples
€14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amalfi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amalfi:
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Transfer From Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Naples to Ladispoli or Viceversa.:
$1,369
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Private Transfer from Naples or any place on the Amalfi coast to Matera:
$746
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Private transfer from Amalfi coast to Matera:
$712
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Private Transfer in Minivan from Amalfi Coast to Rome:
$622
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Rome or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Rome or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Fiumicino FCO Airport to Amalfi or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Fiumicino FCO Airport to Amalfi or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Fiumicino FCO Airport to Amalfi or viceversa:
$610
Entertainment
Sightseeing expenses in Corfu, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €12 per day, per person.
Amalfi's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €21 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Corfu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Corfu.
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Winery tour with Wine and Olive tasting at Theotoky Estate in Corfu:
$12
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Royalty Winery tour with tasting at Theotoky Estate in Corfu:
$16
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Corfu Hop-on Hop-off City Sightseeing Bus Tour:
$19
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Sunset at the Shipwreck Beach | Beach Discovery Tour:
$32
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Corfu Ghost Stories and Legends Night Tour:
$34
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Corfu Town: Evening Guided Tour With Wine:
$42
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3 Hours Corfu Old Town Walking Tour: History and Architecture:
$54
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Grand Island Tour:
$60
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Small Group Corfu Walking City Tour:
$68
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Corfu Sightseeing Cycling Tour:
$77
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The Governor Olive Mill Private Tour with Tasting and Olive Oil Workshop:
$81
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Corfu Island Sightseeing Tour:
$86
Tours and Activities in Amalfi
Here are a few actual costs in Amalfi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Amalfi & Atrani: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour:
$280
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Amalfi 3-Day Tour:
$498
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Amalfi Coast - Private Driving Tour from Amalfi:
$496
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Amalfi Coast Boat and Snorkeling Tour in Small Group | Half-day:
$98
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Amalfi Coast Day Tour from Naples:
$290
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Amalfi Coast Kayak Tour along Arches, Beaches and Sea Caves:
$73
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Amalfi Coast Private Boat Cruise - Available Autumn to Spring!:
$1,253
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Amalfi Coast tour: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello from Naples:
$622
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Amalfi Coast: Full-Day Private Boat Cruise:
$883
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Amalfi Coast: Full-Day Private Vintage Vespa Tour:
$313
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Amalfi Drive cycling tour:
$105
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Amalfi Drive: Private Tour of Amalfi Coast:
$84
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Corfu, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €6.85.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Amalfi may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €16 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Corfu
Also in Corfu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Corfu-Private Winery tour with Wine tasting at Theotoky Estate:
$15
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Wine Tasting and optional Olive Tasting at Theotoky Estate:
$16
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Private tour to Paleokastritsa & Wine tasting from Corfu:
$266
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Private Corfu Highlights and Wine Tour:
$549
Typical Alcohol prices in Amalfi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Amalfi from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Amalfi
Also in Amalfi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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From Amalfi Coast: Pompeii, Vesuvius and Wine Tour:
$157
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Mount Vesuvius & Wine Tasting with Lunch Private Tour:
$287
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Mount Vesuvius & Wine Tasting with Lunch Private Tour from Amalfi Coast:
$287
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Pompei Archeological site and Wine tasting Experience:
$303
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Wine Tour Experience for Family or friend's group:
$311
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6-Hour Private Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour:
$653
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corfu and Amalfi, we can see that Amalfi is more expensive. And not only is Corfu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Corfu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Corfu 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 Amalfi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amalfi than you might in Corfu.
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