Which place is cheaper, Setubal 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 Setubal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Setubal, 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 Setubal?
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.
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $103Setubal $172
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $103, while the average daily cost in Setubal is $172. 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 Setubal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $44Setubal $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $88Setubal $136
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Setubal
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Setubal? 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 Setubal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $13Setubal $63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX)to Arima-Onsen Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $298
- Kansai Airport Osaka City Private Taxi Transfers: $263
- Private Transfer from Osaka to Wakayama,Shirahama&Kushimoto Area: $257
- Osaka Airport Transfers : Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $244
- Private Transfer Between Kobe Cruise Port and Shin-Osaka Station: $238
- Private Transfer Between Kobe Port and Osaka Hotels: $238
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Kyoto City Hotels: $230
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $197
- Private Transfer from Osaka City to Kansai Airport（ KIX）: $191
- Private Osaka Airport Transfer KIX ITM Hotel One Way Service: $186
- Osaka Private Transfer to or from Nara City Center: $179
- Osaka Private Transfer from Osaka central to Kansai International Airport (KIX): $172
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer: Grândola > Lisbon: $284
- Transfer From Évora to Lisbon: $149
- Setúbal Private Grape Stomping and Harvest Tour with Transfers: $118
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $57
- Evora Private Transfers Multiple Destinations: $158
- Comporta Melides Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $158
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Setubal?
Prices for flights to both Setubal 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 $42Setubal $69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Osaka Gourmet EXPO 2025 WaiWai Enkai Dinner Plan: $19
- Osaka Cooking Class 17 Tastes Takoyaki Making: $21
- Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $32
- Welcome to Osaka Matrix and Local food tour with Ninja Guide: $36
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon: $39
- Osaka Food Tour: Customize Your Taste like an Osakan in Namba: $41
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $42
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $48
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $48
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $51
- "BE A SUSHI MASTER" SUSU Sushi Cooking Class: $51
- Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner: $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Setubal
For Setubal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Evora Cooking Class & Wine Pairings in Fatima’s Home: $220
- Lisbon Guided Tour with Live Fado Show and Traditional Dinner: $223
- Lisbon Getaway: Private Arrábida Wine & Food Tour: $237
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $19Setubal $14
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:
- 10 Hours Private City Tour in Osaka - Chartered Tour: $174
- 2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Osaka: $26
- 2-Day Bus Tour to Shirakawago & Hida No Sato Winter Illumination: $225
- 3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide: $116
- 4/5/6 Hours Private Osaka Tour Designed for Cruise Passengers: $154
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- 90-Minute Kimono/Yukata Rental Experience in Osaka – Short Plan: $28
- A Mindful Cultural Dining Experience in Osaka: $184
- A Tour to Explore the Symbol of Osaka Castle: $81
- Allure of Osaka Walking Day Tour with a local guide: $48
- Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Tour with Cruise and Miyama Village: $114
- Amanohashidate & Ine Boathouse Full-Day Tour from Kyoto or Osaka: $61
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora : Private Walking Tour to Arraiolos with driver and guide: $201
- Évora Private Walking Tour and Traditional Food Tasting: $213
- Évora Walking Tour: Small Group Tour with Chapel of Bones Tickets: $82
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $30
- Évora: Monsaraz Private Walking Tour with Driver and Guide: $297
- Évora: Private walking tour with tickets to main monuments: $130
- Évora: Private walking tour, By Local Guide: $88
- 4x4 Tour to the Wonders of Cabo Espichel: $72
- 4x4 and Boat Tour in Arrabida Natural Park: $131
- Arrábida Family and Group Kayak Adventure: $130
- Arrabida Adventure Circuit: $77
- Boat Tour to Hidden Natural Gems w/local fisherman + Snorkeling: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $11Setubal $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl/ 22 Tapas 7 Drinks: $5.78
- Osaka Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting: $41
- 3Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Bar Hopping Nightlife Guided Tour in Namba: $46
- Osaka Winery Tour with Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk: $84
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Workshop - Wine Tasting 101: $71
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $154
- Private Arrábida Nature Walk & Premium Wine Tour from Setúbal: $191
- Azeitão Private Wine Tour from Lisbon – Premium Wineries: $238
- Portuguese Wine Tasting in Lisbon with an Award-Winning Sommelier: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Setubal, we can see that Setubal 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 Setubal 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal 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 Setubal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Setubal?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Setubal, 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 Setubal?
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 Setubal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Setubal. Most visitors come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Osaka is a little warmer than Setubal. Typically, the summer temperatures in Osaka in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Setubal averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Setubal during summer. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Osaka usually receives more rain than Setubal. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Setubal 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Setubal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Setubal. The autumn months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Osaka is generally around the same temperature as Setubal. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 19°C (66°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. In the autumn, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Setubal. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 213 hours of full sun.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Osaka usually gets more rain in October than Setubal. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Setubal 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Setubal in the Winter?
Both Setubal and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
Osaka is much colder than Setubal in the winter. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Setubal fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Osaka usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Setubal during winter. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Setubal. In January, Osaka usually receives less rain than Setubal. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Setubal 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Setubal in the Spring?
Both Setubal and Osaka during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Osaka for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Osaka is around the same temperature as Setubal. Typically, the spring temperatures in Osaka in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Setubal averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Setubal. Osaka gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 235 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. Osaka usually gets more rain in April than Setubal. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Setubal 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Setubal and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 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.