Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Granada or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Granada or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Granada or Fuerteventura Island?
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafes, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.
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Granada Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGranada €150Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is €150, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Granada and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGranada €59Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGranada €118Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Granada and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Granada or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Granada Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Granada €22Fuerteventura Island €46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
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7 Trip Bus Pass€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Granada City Center to Granada Airport(GRX): $33
- Private transfer Granada downtown to Málaga airport (Agp): $313
- Private Transfers in Granada and Andalusia: $71
- Private Transfer from Motril to Malaga (AGP) airport: $227
- Private Transfer from Granada Hotels to Seville: $296
- Private Transfer Granada Airport Train Station and City: $53
- Via Ferrata Moclín with Transfers: $111
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $167
- Private Luxury Airport Transfer: $52
- Granada City to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Transfer: $134
- From Granada; Private transfer to Sierra Nevada (all hotels): $227
- Alhambra: Premium Excursion with Guaranteed Transfer from Cruises-Malaga: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Granada 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 dayGranada €64Fuerteventura Island €57
Typical Food Prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria€2.50
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Sandwich to go€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flamenco Show with Dinner at Jardines de Zoraya: $56
- Sacromonte Caves Flamenco Show with Dinner: $68
- Dinner on a terrace in the Albayzin and a live flamenco show: $71
- Dinner with Paella on a Terrace in the Albayzín and Live Flamenco: $75
- Walking Food Tour: $82
- Granada Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with Local: $105
- Food Tour in Granada: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Granada €28Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure Cahorros, Monachil/ Climbing and abseiling Granada: $111
- Adventure of Via Ferrata in The Spider in the Sierra de Güéjar: $59
- Albaicín & Sacromonte Walking Tour: $19
- Albaicín & Sacromonte: Tour with Flamenco Show: $33
- Albaicín and Sacromonte’s Iconic Sights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Albaicin & Sacramonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada: $53
- Albaicin and Sacromonte: Guided tour and sunset at Mirador San Nicolas: $34
- Albaicin guided tour with dogs: $34
- Albayzín: Granada's Albayzín Tour with Food Tasting: $93
- Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada: $17
- Alhambra & Generalife Guided Tour with Optional Granada City Tour: $191
- Alhambra & Generalife Skip the Line Premium Tour including Nasrid Palaces: $82
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2,5-hour Segway Tour around Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura: $95
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $58
- 20-minute jet ski tour from Caleta de Fuste: $88
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $59
- Catamaran Half-Day Cruise from Caleta de Fuste: $79
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from North: $105
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from South: $82
- Corralejo E-trial Scooter Off Road Tour: $65
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $39
- Dolphin Tours in Fuerteventura and snorkeling on the coast: $53
- El Cotillo: SUNSET Silent Yoga Experience with Headphones: $27
- Exclusive Sailing Catamaran Experience to Lobos Island with lunch: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGranada €24Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
- Winefulness wine tasting, mindfulness, and senses that awaken: $47
- Wine Tasting in Granada: $55
- Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour: $80
- Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!: $83
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $41
- Vineyard tour with wine tasting and local products: $41
- Fuerteventura: Wine Tasting and El Cotillo Afternoon Escape: $91
When comparing the travel costs between Granada and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Granada 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 Granada Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive?.
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.