Should you visit Corfu or Valletta?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corfu or Valletta, 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.
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
Which city is cheaper, Valletta 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 Valletta is €77. 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 Valletta 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.
Travelers usually pay around €98 for a double occupancy room in Valletta If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
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.
Food in Valletta costs travelers about €22 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
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Food
Meals for one day
Corfu €25
Valletta €22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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The Valletta Food Tour Experience:
$156
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.
Valletta's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €6.86 per person, per day on transportation in Valletta.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corfu
Also for Corfu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Wheelchair Accessible Transfer From-To Airport:
$53
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Sidari, up to 7 customers:
$201
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Sidari, up to 16 customers:
$249
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Roda, up to 7 customers:
$201
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Roda, up to 16 customers:
$249
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Perama, up to 7 customers:
$101
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Perama, up to 16 customers:
$135
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Nissaki, up to 7 customers:
$158
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Nissaki, up to 16 customers:
$201
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Moraitika, up to 7 customers:
$135
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Moraitika, up to 16 customers:
$154
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Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Messonghi, up to 7 customers:
$135
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta:
$68
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Private Transfer from Malta Luqa Airport to Cirkewwa Ferry:
$47
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Airport transfers to all locations in Malta (Private Groups or Families):
$40
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Malta Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Saint Julian's Hotels or Address):
$37
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Private Airport Round-Trip Transfer: Malta Airport to Valletta City Center:
$27
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to St. Paul's Bay:
$18
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Private Airport Transfer: Valletta/Sliema/St. Julian to Malta Int. Airport (MLA):
$14
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta Int. Airport (MLA) to Valletta/Sliema/St. Julian:
$14
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Private Departure Transfer from Valletta City Center to Malta Airport:
$13
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Round-trip Shuttle Bus Transfers from Malta Airport to Your Hotel in Malta:
$13
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.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Valletta can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €11 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Corfu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Corfu.
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3 Hours Corfu Old Town Walking Tour: History and Architecture:
$54
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8 Day Corfu Cruise:
$809
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Best of Corfu Private Tour:
$697
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Best of Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour:
$224
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Best of Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour:
$149
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Corfu Beaches & Corfu Town: Full Day Private Tour:
$169
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Corfu Ghost Stories and Legends Night Tour:
$34
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Corfu Hop-on Hop-off City Sightseeing Bus Tour:
$19
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Corfu Island Sightseeing Tour:
$86
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Corfu Island Sightseeing Tour:
$96
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Corfu Private Tour with Greek Souvlaki Lunch and Transportation:
$518
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Corfu Shore Excursion: Private Island Tour Including Achillion Palace:
$468
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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4-hr day tour around Malta:
$212
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5 days Malta highlights guided tour:
$373
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6-hour Private Tour around Malta:
$283
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8 days best of Malta guided tour:
$572
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Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour:
$35
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Combination Tour of Powerboat & Jeep - Gozo & Comino:
$106
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Eco marine Malta marine life spotting experience to Filfla:
$114
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Exclusive Combination Tour – Cabin Cruiser & Jeep:
$118
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Family Tour - The Building of Valletta:
$112
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GAILY TOUR in MALTA & VALLETTA - Gay & Lesbian Tour:
$218
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Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Private Boat to Gozo & return (to avoid queuing):
$87
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Gozo Full-Day Quad Tour w/ Private Boat to Gozo & return (to avoid queuing):
$109
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.
Typically, people visiting Valletta spend on average €9.14 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corfu and Valletta, we can see that Corfu is more expensive. And not only is Valletta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valletta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valletta 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 Corfu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corfu than you might in Valletta.
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