A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Corfu vs. Podgorica for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Corfu or Podgorica?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corfu or Podgorica, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Corfu or Podgorica?

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.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Corfu?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Corfu is €113, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Corfu and Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Corfu 49
    Podgorica 46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Corfu 98
    Podgorica 92
Compare Hotels in Corfu and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Corfu or Podgorica? 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.

Hotels in Corfu


Hotels in Podgorica


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Corfu Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Corfu 55
    Podgorica 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corfu

Also for Corfu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Corfu Airport (CFU) to Corfu Neo Limani Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $20
  • Corfu Neo Limani Cruise Port to Corfu Airport (CFU) - Departure Private Transfer: $20
  • Private Transfer from Corfu Airport CFU to Corfu Neo Limani Port: $20
  • Corfu Airport/Port to Corfu Town Areas Private Transfer: $22
  • Transfer service in Corfu : $22
  • Corfu Private Transfer from/to Airport & Port: $25
  • Private Transfer Aqualand Corfu Water Park: $26
  • Shared Departure Transfer -Corfu Airport to Hotel: $26
  • Shared Arrival Transfer -Corfu Airport to Hotel: $27
  • Shared Transfer: Hotel to Corfu Airport: $29
  • Corfu Airport to Hotel Shared Arrival Transfer: $30
  • Private Airport Transfer with Minivan or Sedan: $32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
  • Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
  • VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
  • Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
  • Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
  • Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Corfu or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Corfu 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 day
    Corfu 31
    Podgorica 41

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Corfu

For Corfu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Traditional Albanian Lakror Cooking Class in Ksamil: $40
  • Greek Cooking Class & Olive Oil Tasting: $96
  • Corfood bites - Cooking classes by Christos: $98
  • Cooking Class,walk in the market,olive oil tasting.Simply Greece!: $98

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Corfu 15
    Podgorica 21

Tours and Activities in Corfu

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Corfu.

  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $5.35
  • Corfu Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
  • Corfu City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
  • Skip the Line: Casa Parlante Historical Museum Tour Ticket in Corfu: $13
  • Corfu Town: Pirate Ship Coastal Cruise: $14
  • Syvota Islands 1 hour Cruise: $16
  • City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $24
  • City Sightseeing Corfu Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $24
  • Royalty Winery tour with tasting at Theotoky Estate in Corfu: $25
  • Corfu Town: Dark Myths and Legends Tour: $26
  • Corfu Town: Dark Myths and Legends Tour: $26
  • Experience the Authentic Taste of Crete, Ntakos: $27

Tours and Activities in Podgorica

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:

  • ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
  • ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
  • Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
  • Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
  • Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
  • Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
  • Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
  • Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
  • Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
  • Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
  • Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
  • Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Corfu 8.57
    Podgorica 20

Sample the Local Flavors in Corfu

Also in Corfu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Wine Tasting with Local Wine Makers in Sivota: $71
  • Wine Tasting in Kassiopi Corfu: $219
  • Private Corfu Wine Tasting Shore Excursion: $449
  • Private Shore Excursion: Corfu's Highlights & Wine Tasting: $460

Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
  • Book Your Wine Tour: $77
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
  • Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196


When comparing the travel costs between Corfu and Podgorica, we can see that Corfu 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 Corfu Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Corfu or Podgorica?

Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Corfu. When comparing the sizes of Corfu and Podgorica, 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 Corfu or Podgorica?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Corfu or Podgorica in the Summer?

Both Podgorica and Corfu during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Corfu because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Corfu is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Corfu average around 25°C (76°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Corfu. In the summer, Corfu often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Corfu gets 358 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.

Corfu usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Corfu gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Corfu 25°C (76°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Podgorica in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Corfu and Podgorica. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Corfu this time of year.

Corfu is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Corfu averages around 18°C (65°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Corfu usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Corfu gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Corfu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Corfu usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Corfu gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Corfu 18°C (65°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Podgorica in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Corfu as well as Podgorica. Many travelers come to Corfu for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

In the winter, Corfu is much warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Corfu in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Corfu often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Corfu gets 112 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Corfu receives a lot of rain in the winter. Corfu usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Corfu gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Corfu 10°C (49°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Podgorica in the Spring?

Both Podgorica and Corfu are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Corfu in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Corfu is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Corfu average around 14°C (58°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

Corfu usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Corfu gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Corfu usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Corfu gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Corfu 14°C (58°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Corfu

Corfu Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 132 mm (5.2 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 136 mm (5.4 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 14°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 22°C (72°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 25°C (76°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 75 mm (3 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 18°C (65°F) 148 mm (5.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 181 mm (7.1 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 11°C (52°F) 180 mm (7.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)