Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Malaga?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Malaga or Aveiro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Malaga and Aveiro. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Malaga or Aveiro?
Malaga
Malaga is a port city in the southern part of Spain. It is the 6th largest city in Spain and the southernmost large city in Europe. Malaga lies on the Mediterranean on the Costa del Sol, only 62 miles east of the Strait of Gibraltar, and 80 miles north of Africa. Malaga's history dates back about 2,800 years, which makes it one of the oldest cities in the world. The archaeological remains and monuments from the Phoenician, Roman, Arabic and Christian eras make the historic center of the city an "open museum", displaying its history of more than 3,000 years. Because of its important cultural infrastructure and the artistic heritage, Malaga has been nominated for the European Capital of Culture. Malaga's most important economic contributors include tourism, technology, and construction, but transportation and logistics are becoming increasingly important factors as well.
Aveiro
Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.
While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.
Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMalaga €140Aveiro €80
The average daily cost (per person) in Malaga is €140, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is €80. 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 Malaga and Aveiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMalaga €75Aveiro €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMalaga €150Aveiro €92
Compare Hotels in Malaga and Aveiro
Looking for a hotel in Malaga or Aveiro? 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: Malaga Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Malaga €31Aveiro €8.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malaga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Malaga:
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Córdoba: $295
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Ubrique: $291
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (Agp) to Granada City: $289
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Ferreirola: $267
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Bubión: $266
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Adra: $262
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Cortes de la Frontera: $247
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Lanjarón: $242
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Granada: $242
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Órgiva: $232
- Private Transfer from/to Seville to/from Malaga & Stop Alhambra: $230
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Gaucín: $223
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aveiro
Also for Aveiro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Aveiro Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Malaga or Aveiro?
Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Malaga 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 dayMalaga €35Aveiro €28
Typical Food Prices in Malaga
Some typical examples of dining costs in Malaga are as follows:
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Dinner for 2€30
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Dinner for 2€44
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Breakfast for 2€8.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malaga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Malaga.
- Dinner and Show at Alegría Flamenco & Restaurant in Malaga: $65
- Malaga Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $86
- Malaga Tapas Cooking Class: $89
- Sardines On Skewers Show Cooking in Malaga beach: $147
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Malaga €31Aveiro €8.57
Typical Entertainment Prices in Malaga
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Malaga are as follows:
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Entrance to Castillos€7.10
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Concert€31
Tours and Activities in Malaga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Malaga are as follows:
- Half-Day Luxury Motor Yacht Cruise in Granada: $153
- Private Tour of Ronda and Setenil de Las Bodegas: $240
- Sealife Benalmadena Entrance Ticket: $21
- Winery and Olive Mill Guided and Tasting Tour with Tapas: $120
- 1 Hour Buggy Safari Experience in the Mountains of Mijas with Guide: $87
- 1.5-Hour Roman Theater and Alcazaba Castle Walking Tour: $16
- 1h buggy tour: $115
- 2 Hour Family Buggy Tour, Off-Road Adventure in Mijas: $164
- 2 Hour Quad/ATV Tour Off-Road Adventure in Mijas: $142
- 2 Hours Buggy Safari Experience in the Mountains of Mijas with Guide: $125
- 2 Hours Kayak Tour in Cerro Gordo Natural Park, La Herradura: $28
- 2-Hour French Guided Walking Tour in Malaga: $20
Tours and Activities in Aveiro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Aveiro.
- From Porto: e-Bike Tour in Aveiro, Boat Trip and Costa Nova!: $84
- Aveiro Privat City Tour w/ Local Boat 1 H Cruise & Egg Sweet: $96
- Coimbra & Aveiro Amazing Cultural Full Day Tour from Porto: $102
- Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $117
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $117
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $150
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $273
- Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $312
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMalaga €22Aveiro €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Malaga
Also in Malaga, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry: $17
- Guided Cellar Tour and wine tasting: $35
- Frigiliana Small-Group Hike and Wine Tasting Tour from Malaga: $60
- Sun and Wine Route - Small group, wine tasting and lunch included: $76
- Malaga Food Walking Tour with Tapas & Wine Tasting: $98
- Ronda Tour & Winery Experience with Wine Tasting from Malaga: $109
- Malaga Tapas and Wine Tour: $136
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Malaga and Aveiro, we can see that Malaga is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aveiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aveiro 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 Malaga would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Malaga than you might in Aveiro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Malaga Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Malaga or Aveiro?
Malaga has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Malaga and Aveiro, 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 Malaga or Aveiro?
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 Malaga or Aveiro in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Malaga as well as Aveiro. The summer months attract visitors to Malaga because of the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Malaga is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Malaga in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Aveiro averages at about 21°C (69°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Malaga this time of the year. In the summer, Malaga often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Malaga gets 348 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun.
Malaga usually gets less rain in July than Aveiro. Malaga gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMalaga 25°C (77°F)Aveiro 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Malaga or Aveiro in the Autumn?
Both Aveiro and Malaga are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Malaga this time of year.
In October, Malaga is generally a little warmer than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Malaga average around 19°C (67°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Malaga. Malaga usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during autumn. Malaga gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In October, Malaga usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Malaga gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMalaga 19°C (67°F)Aveiro 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Malaga or Aveiro in the Winter?
Both Aveiro and Malaga during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Malaga for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Malaga is a little warmer than Aveiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Malaga averages around 12°C (54°F) in January, and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Malaga often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Malaga gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Malaga usually gets less rain in January than Aveiro. Malaga gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMalaga 12°C (54°F)Aveiro 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Malaga or Aveiro in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Malaga and Aveiro. Many visitors come to Malaga in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Malaga is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Malaga in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Aveiro averages at about 14°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In Malaga, it's very sunny this time of the year. Malaga usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro during spring. Malaga gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Malaga usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Malaga gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMalaga 16°C (60°F)Aveiro 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Aveiro and Malaga
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (60°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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