Which place is cheaper, Rijeka or Fuerteventura Island?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fuerteventura Island or Rijeka?
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 Rijeka. 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 Rijeka?
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.
Rijeka
Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.
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 Adventure Tours to Croatia, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFuerteventura Island €124Rijeka €95
The average daily cost (per person) in Fuerteventura Island is €124, while the average daily cost in Rijeka is €95. 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 Rijeka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFuerteventura Island €61Rijeka €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFuerteventura Island €122Rijeka €100
Compare Hotels in Fuerteventura Island and Rijeka
Looking for a hotel in Fuerteventura Island or Rijeka? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Rijeka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fuerteventura Island €46Rijeka €16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fuerteventura Airport Departure Transfer (Corralejo Hotels to Airport): $148
Is it cheaper to fly into Fuerteventura Island or Rijeka?
Prices for flights to both Rijeka 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 €33Rijeka €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2-Hour Cooking Activity in Fuerteventura, Spain: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fuerteventura Island €30Rijeka €8.89
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 : $20
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with wifi: $22
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting in Fuerteventura: $37
- Selfguided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and the northern volcanoes: $40
- Segway Corralejo Costal Tour : $43
- Winery and Chocolate Tasting Experience in Fuerteventura: $43
- Fuerteventura Cocktail Experience: $44
- 1.5-Hour Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour: $44
- Surf Experience in Cotillo: $49
- Surf Experience in Corralejo: $49
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $52
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $54
Tours and Activities in Rijeka
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rijeka are as follows:
- Drava Sup Exploring Adventure: $44
- From Golden Island of Krk Tour: $93
- Istria Highlights Tour from Rijeka or Pula: $122
- Private Sunset Boat Tour: $631
- Private Walking Cultural Tour of Rijeka: $235
- History of Military Forts Guided Tour: $64
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $127
- Pula, Rovinj, and Panoramic Istrian Coast Tour: $121
- Tour the underground with no experience required: $64
- Ucka Mountain: Guided Hiking Tour: $449
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFuerteventura Island €6.79Rijeka €16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fuerteventura Island and Rijeka, we can see that Fuerteventura Island is more expensive. And not only is Rijeka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Rijeka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rijeka 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 Fuerteventura Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fuerteventura Island than you might in Rijeka.
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 Rijeka 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.