A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Funchal vs. Asilah for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Funchal or Asilah?

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

Should I visit Funchal or Asilah? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Funchal or Asilah?

Funchal

Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.

Asilah

Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Asilah or Funchal?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Asilah is €60. 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 Funchal and Asilah in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Funchal 52
    Asilah 26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Funchal 104
    Asilah 52
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Asilah

Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Asilah? 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 Funchal


Hotels in Asilah


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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: Funchal Hotel Prices and Asilah Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Funchal 9.94
    Asilah 14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal

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

  • Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $124
  • Madeira: Private Monte Tour By Cable Car with Transfer: $110
  • Funchal Airport(FNC)to Madeira Island-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $104
  • Private Transfer from Madeira North area resorts to Madeira Funchal airport: $89
  • Transfers Wheelchair Scooter Transfers Airport / Funchal: $88
  • PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $72
  • Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
  • Madeira Airport Transfers Round Trip (FNC): $66
  • Transfer to Hiking Achada Teixeira - Pico Ruivo: $61
  • Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $60
  • Madeira Airport Business Van Transfers: $55
  • Madeira Airport (FNC) Departure Transfer (Funchal Hotels to Madeira Airport): $55

Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Asilah?

Prices for flights to both Asilah and Funchal 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
    Funchal 31
    Asilah 22
Typical Food Prices in Funchal

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


  • Coffee
    1.40

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal

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

  • Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $42
  • Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $77
  • Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $114
  • Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $114

Typical Food Prices in Asilah

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


  • Cookies
    0.46
  • Breakfast for Two
    4.58
  • Tagine Dinner for 2
    6.87

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Funchal 15
    Asilah 20

Tours and Activities in Funchal

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

  • Wheelchair Handicap Full Day East Tour Santana Tour : $193
  •  Magnificent East Tour: $33
  • 4 hours Unique Classic Jeep Tour to Pico do Arieiro, Madeira: $63
  • 4-Hour Private Outdoor Tour in Madeira: $176
  • 4x4 Full-Day Tour to Explore Portugal's Scents and Flavors: $64
  • 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $72
  • 4x4 Jeep Tour to the West & Northwest of Madeira: $66
  • 4x4 tour Porto Moniz & Cabo Girão 7 hours: $77
  • Agriculture Green Tour : $94
  • All Madeira In 2 Days Tour: $72
  • Amazing East Tour : $31
  • Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Funchal 16
    Asilah 6.41

Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal

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

  • Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $50
  • Half-Day Wine Tour in Madeira: $77
  • Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $87
  • Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $98
  • Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $99
  • Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $103
  • Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $110
  • Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $160
  • Full Day Private Madeira Wine Tour from Funchal: $173
  • Full-Day Madeira Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $193


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Asilah, we can see that Funchal is more expensive. And not only is Asilah much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Funchal is in Europe and Asilah is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Asilah would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asilah 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 Funchal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Funchal than you might in Asilah.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Asilah Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Funchal or Asilah?

Funchal has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Asilah, 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 Funchal or Asilah?

Funchal has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Asilah experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Funchal or Asilah in the Summer?

Both Asilah and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Funchal is around the same temperature as Asilah. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Asilah averages at about 24°C (74°F).

It's quite sunny in Asilah. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Asilah during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Funchal usually receives more rain than Asilah. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Funchal 22°C (72°F) 
    Asilah 24°C (74°F)

Should I visit Funchal or Asilah in the Autumn?

Both Asilah and Funchal during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round.

In October, Funchal is generally around the same temperature as Asilah. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Asilah fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 235 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Asilah. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Funchal 21°C (70°F) 
    Asilah 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Funchal or Asilah in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Asilah. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Funchal is a little warmer than Asilah in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Asilah fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Asilah during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.

Asilah receives a lot of rain in the winter. Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Funchal usually receives around the same amount of rain as Asilah. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Funchal 16°C (61°F) 
    Asilah 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Funchal or Asilah in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Asilah. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year.

In the spring, Funchal is a little warmer than Asilah. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Asilah averages at about 15°C (60°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. In the spring, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 251 hours of full sun.

Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Asilah. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Funchal 17°C (63°F) 
    Asilah 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Asilah and Funchal

Funchal Asilah
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 16°C (61°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Feb 16°C (61°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 17°C (63°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 19°C (66°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Jul 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Oct 21°C (70°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Dec 18°C (64°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)