Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Funchal or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Podgorica €46
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Podgorica? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Podgorica €20
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 Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 dayFunchal €31Podgorica €41
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:
- 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
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Podgorica €21
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Podgorica €20
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When comparing the travel costs between Funchal and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Podgorica?
Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 35% larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
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 Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Funchal during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Funchal is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 22°C (72°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Funchal. In the summer, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Podgorica.
Funchal is a little warmer than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Funchal usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Podgorica.
In the winter, Funchal is much warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Funchal in January average around 16°C (61°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Funchal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Funchal usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Funchal is generally a little warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 17°C (63°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Funchal usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Funchal usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Funchal
| Funchal | Podgorica | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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.