A Travel Price Comparison for Spain Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs. Gijon for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Gijon?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Gijon can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Gijon?

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.

Gijon

Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €131, while the average daily cost in Gijon is €119. 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Gijon in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 68
    Gijon 80
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 136
    Gijon 160
Compare Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Gijon

Looking for a hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Gijon? 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.

Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria


Hotels in Gijon


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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: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 49
    Gijon 9.69

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:

  • Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39

Is it cheaper to fly into Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Gijon?

Prices for flights to both Gijon and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 day
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 34
    Gijon 31

Typical Food Prices in Gijon

Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:


  • Lunch for 2
    22

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 16
    Gijon 12

Tours and Activities in Gijon

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:

  • Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
  • Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
  • Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
  • Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
  • Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
  • Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
  • Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 7.48
    Gijon 14


When comparing the travel costs between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Gijon, we can see that Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Gijon?

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 39% larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Gijon, 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.