Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Hamburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Hamburg? 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 Hamburg?
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.
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Hamburg €117
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is €117. 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 Hamburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Hamburg €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Hamburg €108
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Hamburg
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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 Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Hamburg €29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Funchal hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Madeira Island - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Funchal Private Transfers Service to Madeira Airport: $29
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Funchal Hotels or Address): $54
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Departure Transfer (Funchal Hotels to Madeira Airport): $54
- Madeira Airport Private Transfers Service To Funchal: $33
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
- Madeira Airport Shuttle Transfer one way: $9.81
- Madeira Airport Transfers Round Trip (FNC): $65
- Madeira Island Transfers: $53
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
- Minibus Transfer: Funchal - Madeira Airport: $38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg Airport(HAM): Transfer to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $645
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Transfer to Fredericia Cruise Port: $585
- Private One-Way Transfer to or from Kiel Port: $422
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Berlin, English Speaking Driver: $300
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Wolfsburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $271
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers : $267
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $262
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $234
- Private Transfer From Hamburg To Bremen With a 2 Hour Stop: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Hamburg?
Prices for flights to both Hamburg 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 €31Hamburg €35
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 Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Hamburg €39
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
- Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
- "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $69
- "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $181
- "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
- 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
- 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
- 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $75
- 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Hamburg €17
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Hamburg, we can see that Hamburg 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg 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 Hamburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Hamburg?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?
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 Hamburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Hamburg. Additionally, many travelers come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Funchal is a little warmer than Hamburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Hamburg averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Funchal this time of the year. In the summer, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets less rain in July than Hamburg. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Hamburg 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Hamburg in the Autumn?
Both Hamburg and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Funchal is generally much warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during autumn. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. In October, Funchal usually receives more rain than Hamburg. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Hamburg 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Hamburg in the Winter?
Both Hamburg and Funchal during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Hamburg can be very cold during winter. Funchal is much warmer than Hamburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Hamburg fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets more rain in January than Hamburg. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Hamburg 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Hamburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Hamburg. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Funchal is much warmer than Hamburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Hamburg averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Funchal usually receives more rain than Hamburg. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Hamburg 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Hamburg and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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