Which place is cheaper, Innsbruck or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Innsbruck?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Innsbruck? 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 Innsbruck?
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.
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
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 from Vienna, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Innsbruck €129
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Innsbruck is €129. 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 Innsbruck in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Innsbruck €76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Innsbruck €152
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Innsbruck
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Innsbruck? 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 and Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Innsbruck €15
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 Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Salzburg: $256
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Munich, English Speaking Driver: $197
- Private transfer from Innsbruck airport: $196
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Silvretta Arena - Round-Trip Transfer: $131
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $104
- Innsbruck Airport(INN)to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Innsbruck Airport INN to Alpbach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $87
- Innsbruck Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Silvretta Arena Arrival Transfer: $66
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Soelden - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Kitzbühel/SkiWelt - Arrival Transfer: $65
- Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport to Längenfeld - Round-Trip Transfer: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Innsbruck?
Prices for flights to both Innsbruck 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 €31Innsbruck €40
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 Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch€3.75
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Pasta Lunch€8.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Half-Day Food Tour of Tyrolean Cuisine: $148
- Innsbruck Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Innsbruck €19
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 Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance€8.00
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee€2.00
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Innsbruck: $155
- AREA 47 Water AREA Entrance Ticket: $35
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $21
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $191
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $11
- Bergisel SkiJump Area guided Tour incl Tickets: $85
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $20
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $180
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $213
- Full-Day small group tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes, Braies : $217
- Gin experience Tyrol: $120
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Innsbruck €19
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 Innsbruck, we can see that Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Innsbruck?
Innsbruck has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Innsbruck, 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.
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.