Which place is cheaper, Almeria or Fuerteventura Island?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fuerteventura Island or Almeria?
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 Fuerteventura Island and Almeria. 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: Fuerteventura Island or Almeria?
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
Almeria
Almeria is a city (and province) in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is located in the southeast area of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Almeria is a charming area rich in history. Though it is not as well known as some more popular cities in the area, such as Granada, Seville, or Malaga, its popularity has increased significantly over the years with the growth of its holiday areas. Almeria has over 62 miles of untamed coastline, something that is hard to find on the Mediterranean, and has outstandingly beautiful landscapes, which stands out even in an area of natural beauty. The spectacular beaches with warm waters of the Mediterranean, abundant historic and cultural sites, and large tourist centers makes Almeria a great travel destination.
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 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Fuerteventura Island Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFuerteventura Island €148Almeria €128
The average daily cost (per person) in Fuerteventura Island is €148, while the average daily cost in Almeria is €128. 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 Fuerteventura Island and Almeria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFuerteventura Island €61Almeria €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFuerteventura Island €122Almeria €88
Compare Hotels in Fuerteventura Island and Almeria
Looking for a hotel in Fuerteventura Island or Almeria? 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.Fuerteventura Island €46Almeria €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
- Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Fuerteventura Island or Almeria?
Prices for flights to both Almeria and Fuerteventura Island 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 dayFuerteventura Island €57Almeria €70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Almeria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Almeria.
- Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class: $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fuerteventura Island €30Almeria €16
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ferry to Isla de Lobos: round-trip tickets from Corralejo: $21
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with free wifi: $23
- Corralejo La Oliva Bus Coach Tour Costa Calm: $29
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $42
- Surf Experience in Cotillo: $52
- Surf Experience in Corralejo: $52
- Fat Electric Bike Tour in Costa Calma: $56
- Jandia Highlights Tour From South: $56
- 1.5-Hour Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour: $60
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $63
- Volcanic Discovery PREMIUM eBike Tour; easy level: 35 km: $63
- Corralejo E-trial Scooter Off Road Tour: $63
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ADVENTURE AWAITS: Join Our Guided Motorbike Tours from Mojácar: $45
- Almería: Aquarium Costa de Almería Entry Ticket: $25
- Almería: Cathedral and Monastery of Las Puras Guided Tour: $12
- Almería: Guided City Discovery Tour: $17
- Almería: Legends and Mysteries Evening Walking Tour: $11
- Almeria : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $52
- Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour : $55
- Alcazaba Guided Tour: $19
- Convent of the Puras Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $5.65
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $51
- Tabernas Desert 4x4 Tour: $40
- Fort Bravo Entrance Ticket: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFuerteventura Island €6.79Almeria €4.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Almeria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Almeria:
- Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting: $25
- Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery: $25
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in English: $34
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in Spanish: $34
When comparing the travel costs between Fuerteventura Island and Almeria, we can see that Fuerteventura Island 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 Fuerteventura Island Expensive? and Is Almeria 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.