Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Gijon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Gijon? 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 Gijon?
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.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Gijon €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Gijon is €119. 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 Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Gijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Gijon €160
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Gijon? 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: Funchal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Gijon €9.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Madeira Airport Shuttle Transfer one way: $9.81
- Private One way Transfer Madeira Airport to or from Funchal: $22
- Private Transfer from Madeira Airport(FNC) to Madeira Cruise Port: $26
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Funchal hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Funchal Private Transfers Service to Madeira Airport: $29
- Madeira Airport Private Transfers Service To Funchal: $33
- Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $35
- Minibus Transfer: Funchal - Madeira Airport: $38
- Premium Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $44
- Transfer and Hiking PR8 Sao Lourenço : $44
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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
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Food Meals for one dayFunchal €31Gijon €31
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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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:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $31
- Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $41
- Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $76
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2€22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Gijon €12
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Portugal eSIM Tourist Data Plan: $4.81
- Sacred Art Museum of Funchal Entry Ticket: $11
- Old Funchal Walking Tour: $15
- Scenic Route - Nuns Valley Tour: $25
- Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 3 in 1: $27
- Christmas Lights in Funchal Tuk Tuk Tour: $27
- São Vicente Caves and Volcano Center Half-Day Tour: $27
- Majestic West Tour : $31
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- Exorbitant West Tour: $33
- Santana / Typical Houses Tour: $33
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Gijon €14
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: $49
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $53
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $53
- Wine tasting and Jeep Adventure in Madeira's Majestic Countryside: $56
- Pub Crawl: $59
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $86
- Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $97
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $98
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $102
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $109
- Wine Tour by Overland Madeira: $150
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Gijon, we can see that Gijon 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon 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 Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Gijon?
Gijon has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Gijon, 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 Gijon?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Funchal or Gijon in the Summer?
Both Gijon and Funchal during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Funchal is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Gijon averages at about 19°C (65°F).
In Gijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Funchal. In the summer, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets less rain in July than Gijon. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Gijon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Gijon.
In October, Funchal is generally a little warmer than Gijon. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during autumn. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Funchal usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gijon. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Gijon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Gijon.
Funchal is much warmer than Gijon in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Gijon fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Gijon. Funchal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Funchal usually gets more rain in January than Gijon. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Gijon in the Spring?
Both Gijon and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Funchal is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Gijon averages at about 11°C (53°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during spring. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Funchal usually receives less rain than Gijon. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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