Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Osaka?
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 Osaka or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Coimbra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Osaka or Coimbra?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, 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 dayOsaka $104Coimbra $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $104, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $155. 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 Osaka and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $45Coimbra $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $90Coimbra $98
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Coimbra? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $13Coimbra $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Universal Studios Japan Round Trip Shared Transfer with ticket: $208
- Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Kansai Airport 10-seats van: $143
- Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Kansai Airport: $183
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $111
- Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka City to Kansai International Airport: $112
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Osaka Itami Airport to Osaka City: $54
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Kansai International Airport to Kyoto City: $128
- Roundtrip Transfer from Osaka Airport ITM to Arima-Onsen Resorts: $213
- Private departure transfer from central Osaka city to Itami airport (ITM): $98
- Private departure Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport: $68
- Private arrival transfer from Osaka Itami International airport to Kyoto City: $78
- Private arrival Transfer from Osaka Itami Airport(ITM) to central Osaka city: $119
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $153
- Transfer from Lisboa to Coimbra with visit to Fátima Sanctuary, half day: $194
- Private transfer from/to Fatima - Porto, Coimbra or Aveiro: $263
- Private transfer from/to Fátima - Porto, Braga or Guimarães: $205
- Fatima Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $155
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $42Coimbra $93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Osaka Cooking Class 17 Tastes Takoyaki Making: $22
- Japanese Breakfast Cooking Class with Miso Making in Osaka: $23
- Dotonbori Ramen Cooking Class- Make Tonkotsu, Shoyu & Miso: $26
- Japanese Home cooking in Osaka: $36
- Welcome to Osaka Matrix and Local food tour with Ninja Guide: $36
- Osaka Namba Food Tour: Small-Group with Flexible Ordering: $42
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $42
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $42
- 1 Group Only Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour Wagyu and Ramen Takoyaki: $46
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $49
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $52
- "BE A SUSHI MASTER" SUSU Sushi Cooking Class: $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $20Coimbra $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$29
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hour Local Osaka Bar Hopping Tour: $124
- 5-hour Master Osaka’s Must See Tour Kuromon Dotonbori and Castle: $62
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- All You Can Drink Meet Locals Adventure Osaka International Party: $59
- Amanohashidate & Ine Boathouse Full-Day Tour from Kyoto or Osaka: $62
- Amanohashidate Ine Funaya Miyama Village No Sato Tour from Osaka: $90
- Amanohashidate Ine Funaya and Miyama Day Tour from Osaka: $76
- Amanohashidate Ine Funaya and Miyama Thatched Village Tour: $85
- Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya Day Tour from Osaka and Kyoto: $67
- Anime Shopping Tour in Osaka, Den Den Town: Figures, Manga, Knife: $87
- Art and Cultural Odyssey in Kansai Tour: $180
- Asuka Nara Historical E-bike tour with English speaking guide: $156
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $99
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coimbra: $86
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $86
- Bairrada Experience Full day with a local Sommelier: $206
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $29
- Buggy Tour in Serra da Lousa 2Horas _ Buggy 2 places: $143
- Buracas do Casmilo Private Hiking Tour from Coimbra: $103
- Bussaco Forest Walking Experience, half day from Coimbra: $80
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 120-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $303
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 240-minute Off-Road Buggy Adventure: $512
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 60-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $175
- Coimbra : Guide to tour, with local guide/certificate, and an entry: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $11Coimbra $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Sake Brewery Tour Taste and Learn Near Umeda Sky Building: $78
- Osaka Winery Tour with Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk: $85
- 4-Stop Bar Crawl in Tenma: An Intro to Osaka's Best Bites & Sips: $103
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Osaka is in Asia and Coimbra is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra than you might in Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Coimbra?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Coimbra, 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 Osaka or Coimbra?
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 Osaka or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Osaka in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Osaka is a little warmer than Coimbra in the summer. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during summer. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. In July, Osaka usually receives more rain than Coimbra. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Coimbra in the Autumn?
Both Coimbra and Osaka during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Osaka for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Osaka is around the same temperature as Coimbra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Osaka in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Coimbra averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun.
Coimbra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. Osaka usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Coimbra. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Coimbra. The winter months attract visitors to Osaka because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Osaka is generally much colder than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 6°C (42°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Osaka usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during winter. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Osaka usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Coimbra in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Coimbra. The activities around the city are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
Osaka is around the same temperature as Coimbra in the spring. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. In the spring, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Osaka gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the spring. Osaka usually gets more rain in April than Coimbra. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.