Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Funchal or Costa Teguise? 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.
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.
Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.
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 Costa Teguise is €154. 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 Costa Teguise in more detail.
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Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise 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.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.
Funchal has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Costa Teguise, 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.
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.
Both Costa Teguise and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Funchal is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Costa Teguise and Funchal during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Funchal is generally around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Costa Teguise.
Funchal is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.
Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Costa Teguise.
In the spring, Funchal is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. In the spring, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Funchal | Costa Teguise | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |