Which place is cheaper, Toulouse or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Toulouse?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Toulouse? 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 Toulouse?
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.
Toulouse
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Toulouse €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Toulouse is €125. 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 Toulouse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Toulouse €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Toulouse €134
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Toulouse
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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 Toulouse Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Toulouse €41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $123
- PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $71
- Sunrise Transfer to Hike Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo: $71
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
- Madeira Airport Transfers Round Trip (FNC): $65
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $59
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Departure Transfer (Funchal Hotels to Madeira Airport): $54
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Funchal Hotels or Address): $54
- Madeira Island Transfers: $53
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Madeira Island - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse
Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Toulouse to Carcassonne center: $240
- Private transfer your alternative to taxi for your travels: $93
- Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Luxury Van: $92
- Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $87
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
- Transfer from BLAGNAC Airport to all other destinations in Toulouse: $53
- Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Toulouse?
Prices for flights to both Toulouse 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 €31Toulouse €34
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $52
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $76
- Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $105
- Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Toulouse €15
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Handicap Half Day Tour, Fully Accessible Tour : $76
- “Le tour de Churchill” - From Funchal to Câmara de Lobos: $58
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- 4 Hours Adventure Jeep Tour in Central Madeira Portugal: $47
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $71
- Accessible Half Day Tour Cabo Girão: $120
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $158
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Amazing West - Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day: $60
- Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $49
- Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am To 5pm (Each Day): $65
- Around the island - Two days tour: $82
Tours and Activities in Toulouse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
- Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $16
- Day Trip to Carcassonne Cite Medievale and Comtale Castle Tour from Toulouse: $35
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Toulouse with Official Tour Guide: $255
- Private tour of Toulouse in an electric Tuk Tuk: $66
- Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
- Toulouse : Must-see Walking Tour: $80
- Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.13
- Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $5.29
- Toulouse E Bike Tour: $49
- Toulouse E-Bike Tour: $48
- Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef: $118
- Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef (in English): $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Toulouse €7.50
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 Toulouse
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
- Pub Crawl Toulouse: $20
- From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $530
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse 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 Toulouse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Toulouse?
Toulouse has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?
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.
Should I visit Funchal or Toulouse in the Summer?
Both Toulouse and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Toulouse for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Funchal is around the same temperature as Toulouse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Toulouse averages at about 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Toulouse. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Toulouse during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 275 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Toulouse. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Toulouse 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Toulouse in the Autumn?
Both Toulouse and Funchal during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Funchal is generally a little warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 161 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Toulouse. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Toulouse 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Toulouse in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Toulouse. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.
Funchal is much warmer than Toulouse in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Toulouse fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 88 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 Toulouse. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Toulouse 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Toulouse in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Toulouse. Also, many travelers come to Toulouse for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Funchal is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Toulouse averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Toulouse. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 178 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Toulouse. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Toulouse 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Toulouse and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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