Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Malaga?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Malaga and Pecs. 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.
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.
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Malaga is €140, while the average daily cost in Pecs is €75. 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 Pecs in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Malaga:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Malaga are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Malaga.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Malaga are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Malaga are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also in Malaga, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Malaga and Pecs, we can see that Malaga is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Malaga Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Malaga has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Malaga and Pecs, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Malaga and Pecs. 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 Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Malaga in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pecs this time of the year. In Malaga, it's very sunny this time of the year. Malaga usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during summer. Malaga gets 348 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Malaga usually receives less rain than Pecs. Malaga gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Malaga as well as Pecs. 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 Pecs. Daily temperatures in Malaga average around 19°C (67°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Malaga this time of the year. In the autumn, Malaga often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Malaga gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun.
Malaga usually gets more rain in October than Pecs. Malaga gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Pecs and Malaga are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Malaga for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Pecs can get quite cold in the winter. Malaga is much warmer than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Malaga averages around 12°C (54°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Malaga usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during winter. Malaga gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Malaga usually receives more rain than Pecs. Malaga gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Pecs and Malaga during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Malaga in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Malaga is a little warmer than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Malaga in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Malaga. In the spring, Malaga often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Malaga gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun.
Malaga usually gets less rain in April than Pecs. Malaga gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Malaga | Pecs | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 15°C (60°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |