A Travel Price Comparison for Greece Corinth vs. Athens for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Corinth or Athens?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corinth or Athens, 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: Corinth or Athens?

Corinth

One of the oldest towns in Peloponnese, Corinth is a port city with a population of about 58,000. The area is thought to have been inhabited since at least 6000BC. In the main part of the city, "new" Corinth, there is little left to remind you of the city's rich history. Much of this area has been destroyed by earthquake. Most of the interesting archeological sights are found in "old" Corinth, a short distance away.

Athens

Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.

Which city is cheaper, Athens or Corinth?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Corinth is €96, while the average daily cost in Athens is €103. 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. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Corinth and Athens in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Corinth €58
    Athens €51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Corinth €116
    Athens €102
Compare Hotels in Corinth and Athens

Looking for a hotel in Corinth or Athens? 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 Corinth


Hotels in Athens


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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: Corinth Hotel Prices and Athens Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Corinth €5.71
    Athens €22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corinth

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

  • Private Transfer from Corinth-Loutraki to Athens-Pireaus-Athens Airport: $212

Typical Local Transportation prices in Athens

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:


  • Airport Bus for Two
    €6.40
  • Metro
    €1.50
  • Metro
    €2.00
  • Metro from Airport to City Center
    €8.00
  • Taxi from Airport
    €35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens

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

  • iMove Transfers Services Athens: $75
  • VIP VAN Piraeus Port Transfer 1 - 8 persons or Alimos Kalamaki Marina to Athens: $61
  • VIP VAN Athens Airport Transfer 1 - 4 persons: $101
  • VIP VAN Airport Transfer 5 - 8 persons: $105
  • VIP Ferry Ticket from Piraeus Port To Mykonos & Private Transfer included: $167
  • VIP Ferry Ticket From Piraeus Port To Santorini & Private Transfer Included: $174
  • VAN Piraeus Port Transfer 1 - 8 persons or Alimos Kalamaki Marina to Athens: $39
  • Ultra - Private Transfer from Athens City Centre to Piraeus Cruise Port: $9.41
  • Ultra - Athens Private Airport Transfer from City Centre to Athens Airport ATH: $9.41
  • Transfers around Athens and city tours: $373
  • Transfers and Guided Tours in all over Greece, sightseeing and Private hire!!: $106
  • Transfer to Loutraki/Corinth from Athens: $166

Is it cheaper to fly into Corinth or Athens?

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Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Corinth €32
    Athens €30

Typical Food prices in Athens

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:


  • Ice cream
    €3.00
  • Souvlaki
    €2.20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens

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

  • Online 1hr Cooking Class: Santorini Tomato Fritters: $6.22
  • Greek Meatballs Private Online Cooking Class: $27
  • Withlocals the 10 Tastings: Athens Private Food Tour with a Local: $42
  • Online Cooking Class: Greek mini cheese pies: $45
  • Street Culture & Food Tour: $56
  • Afternoon Food Tour: $56
  • Athens walking and tasting food tour.: $60
  • 4-Hour Cooking Class with Market Visit: $69
  • Homemade Gyros cooking class and dinner in Athens for private groups: $75
  • The Classic Food Tour: $76
  • Taste of Half-Day Small Group Food Tour: $77
  • Greek Phyllo and Pie Cooking Class in Athens: $77

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Corinth €17
    Athens €28

Tours and Activities in Corinth

For Corinth, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Ancient Corinth and Corinth Canal from Athens - Private tour: $416
  • Ancient Epidaurus Theater and Canal of Corinth Private Tour from Corinth: $96
  • Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceae, Nafplio Private Sightseeing: $223
  • Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceae, Nafplio Private Sightseeing: $435
  • Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Nafplio & Epidaurus Private Sightseeing: $261
  • From Athens: 4-Days Classical Tour with Meteora: $616
  • From Athens: Half-Day Ancient Corinth Tour: $70
  • Greece: 5-Day Tour of Classical Greek Sites from Athens: $682
  • Loutraki Private Tour from Corinth: $81
  • Royalty Ancient Corinth Half Day Tour up to 4 Customers: $417

Tours and Activities in Athens

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

  • "A Must-See" Anc. Epidaurus, Mycenae & Nafplion Premium Full Day Tour By Locals: $411
  • "Athens city tour": $270
  • "Private tour in Athens": $243
  • ''Tour in Athens'': $118
  • 1 Day Private Tour Corinth, Cave of Lakes at Kalavrita & Journey by Cog Railway: $264
  • 1 Day Private tour to Meteora, visit the Monasteries are lying on the cliffs.: $317
  • 1 Day Saronic Islands Cruise: $168
  • 10 Day Greek Island Tour: Mykonos, Santorini-Volcano, Crete, Delos, Knossos,: $2,457
  • 10 Day Ultimate Ancient Greece Tours Experience: $2,411
  • 10 Day to Explore the Best Historical Gems in Greece and tour in Santorini: $1,798
  • 10 Days Private Tour: North Greece: $2,706
  • 10 Days Private Tour: Peloponnese: $2,706

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Corinth €13
    Athens €18

Sample the Local Flavors in Corinth

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Corinth:

  • Ancient Nemea and Wine Tasting Private Tour from Corinth: $75
  • Nafplion: Nemea Vineyards Wine Tour: $148

Sample the Local Flavors in Athens

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:

  • Athens Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tasting: $37
  • Virtual Greek Wine Tasting: $87
  • Athens Food and Wine Tasting Tour: $96
  • Wine tasting tour: $131
  • Wine Tasting and Athens Trikke Combo Tour: $133
  • The Best Winery & Tasting Tour in Nemea.Enjoy a unique all day wine tasting tour: $140
  • Private Wine Tasting Experience of Greek Awarded Wines in Athens: $148
  • Premium Wine Tour in Peloponnese -Ancient Corinthos, Nemea - the Land of Myth: $148
  • Athens Private Wine Tasting Tour - Dionysian Grapes: $149
  • Ancient Corinth & Nemea Wine Tasting (up to 15 in a Luxurious Mercedes Minibus): $151
  • Greek Private Wine Tasting: $166
  • Mercedes Private Full-Day Tour, Nafplio, Corinth Canal and Wine Tasting: $168

About these numbers

When comparing the travel costs between Corinth and Athens, we can see that Athens 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.


When is the best time to visit Corinth or Athens?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Corinth or Athens in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Corinth and Athens. Also, many visitors come to Athens in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Corinth is around the same temperature as Athens in the summer. The temperature in Corinth is usually 27°C (81°F) in July, and Athens stays around 27°C (81°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Athens this time of the year. In Corinth, it's very sunny this time of the year. Corinth usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Athens during summer. Corinth gets 357 hours of sunny skies, while Athens receives 357 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Corinth usually receives around the same amount of rain as Athens. Corinth gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Athens receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Corinth 27°C (81°F) 
    Athens 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Corinth or Athens in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Corinth as well as Athens. Also, most visitors come to Athens for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Corinth is around the same temperature as Athens. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Corinth in October are around 19°C (67°F), and Athens is about 19°C (67°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Corinth this time of the year. In the autumn, Corinth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Athens. Corinth gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Athens receives 206 hours of full sun.

Corinth usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Athens. Corinth gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Athens receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Corinth 19°C (67°F) 
    Athens 19°C (67°F)

Should I visit Corinth or Athens in the Winter?

Both Athens and Corinth are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Athens because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Corinth is generally around the same temperature as Athens. Temperatures in Corinth average around 10°C (51°F), and Athens stays around 10°C (51°F).

Corinth usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Athens during winter. Corinth gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Athens receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Corinth usually receives around the same amount of rain as Athens. Corinth gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Athens receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Corinth 10°C (51°F) 
    Athens 10°C (51°F)

Should I visit Corinth or Athens in the Spring?

Both Athens and Corinth during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Athens this time of year.

Corinth is around the same temperature as Athens in the spring. The temperature in Corinth is usually 16°C (60°F) in April, and Athens stays around 16°C (60°F).

In Athens, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Corinth. In the spring, Corinth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Athens. Corinth gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Athens receives 226 hours of full sun.

Corinth usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Athens. Corinth gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Athens receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Corinth 16°C (60°F) 
    Athens 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Athens and Corinth

Corinth Athens
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 10°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Feb 11°C (51°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 25 mm (1 in) 16°C (60°F) 25 mm (1 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Jun 24°C (76°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 24°C (76°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 27°C (81°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Sep 24°C (76°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (76°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 19°C (67°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Nov 16°C (60°F) 51 mm (2 in) 16°C (60°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)


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