Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Milan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Milan or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Milan and Playa de las Americas 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: Milan or Playa de las Americas?
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMilan €166Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Milan is €166, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Milan and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMilan €96Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMilan €192Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Milan and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Milan or Playa de las Americas? 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: Milan Hotel Prices and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Milan €35Playa de las Americas €56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport€7.00
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)€22
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Taxi From Airport€90
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Public Transit Day Pass€4.50
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Short Taxi Ride€7.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malpensa Airport (MXP):1-Way Transfer to Trieste Cruise Port: $2,111
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Venice: $1,529
- Private Transfer to/from Siena and Center of Milan: $1,310
- Nyon: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $1,016
- Basel : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $1,016
- Interlaken : Private transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $962
- SUV LUXURY TRANSFER FROM TÄSCH/ZERMATT TO AIRPORT MALPENSA: $866
- Zurich : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $856
- Montreux : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $802
- Grindelwald: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $802
- Lousanne : Private transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $781
- Bern : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $738
Is it cheaper to fly into Milan or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and Milan 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 dayMilan €39Playa de las Americas €45
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station€8.60
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Restaurant Pizza€6.60
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)€27
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€64
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Cappuccino€1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PYT Milano Dinner Show with Live Music and DJ Set: $21
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $29
- Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $38
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $45
- Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $46
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $46
- Delicious Milan Street Food Tour Tasting and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $46
- Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $46
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $59
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $60
- Local Market and Cooking Class with an Italian Chef: $70
- Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Milan €31Playa de las Americas €30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop€7.00
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- Lake Como trekking private guided tour, from Milan or Como: $174
- Milan Highlights semi-Private Walking Tour: $43
- Milan Urban Wonders Small Group Tour: $53
- Gallery Tour, Terraces of the Duomo & Cathedral: $36
- Skip-the-Line Duomo Cathedral Tour : $54
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Milan: $6.53
- "Milano Style: Your Italian Fashion Experience": $164
- 1 hour Italian Food Experiences in Milan: $39
- 1.5-hour The Last Supper and Church of San Maurizio tour in Milan - small group: $85
- 2 Hours Guided La Scala Theatre Tour in Milan: $125
- 2-Hour Milan by Night Walking Tour: $156
- 2-Hour Private Guided Tour of Milan by Electric Scooter: $133
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMilan €24Playa de las Americas €8.57
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar€8.40
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Beer€3.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $43
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan city centre: $44
- Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $52
- Italian Wine Tasting in Milan: $53
- Milan Wine Tasting Aperitivo: $56
- Milan Wine Tasting with Italian Sommelier: $86
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $87
- Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $93
- Best of Guided Tour with Duomo, Food & Wine Tasting: $159
- Food and Wine Tasting enjoying the New Milan: $164
- Brescia & Franciacorta Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $181
- Brescia and Franciacorta winery area. Cultural and wine tasting small group tour: $184
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Milan and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Milan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Milan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Milan 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Milan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Milan Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Milan or Playa de las Americas?
Milan has a larger population, and is about 440 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Milan and Playa de las Americas, 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 Milan or Playa de las Americas?
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 Milan or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Milan are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Milan in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Milan is generally around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Milan average around 23°C (73°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Milan. Milan usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas during summer. Milan gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Milan usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMilan 23°C (73°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Milan or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
Both Playa de las Americas and Milan during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Milan for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Milan is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Milan averages around 15°C (58°F) in October, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Milan often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Milan. Milan usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMilan 15°C (58°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Milan or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Milan and Playa de las Americas. The winter months attract visitors to Milan because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Milan can be very cold. In the winter, Milan is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Milan in January average around 5°C (41°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Milan usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Milan gets 119 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Milan usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMilan 5°C (41°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Milan or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Milan as well as Playa de las Americas. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Milan this time of year.
In April, Milan is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Milan average around 13°C (55°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the spring, Milan often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Milan usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Milan gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMilan 13°C (55°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Milan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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.