Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Oviedo?
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 Oviedo and Kotor. 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.
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Oviedo is €106, while the average daily cost in Kotor is €100. 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 Oviedo and Kotor in more detail.
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Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Oviedo 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
When comparing the travel costs between Oviedo and Kotor, we can see that Oviedo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oviedo Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Oviedo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Oviedo and Kotor, 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 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.
The summer brings many poeple to Oviedo as well as Kotor. Also, many visitors come to Kotor in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Oviedo is cooler than Kotor in the summer. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Kotor fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kotor. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oviedo this time of the year. In the summer, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Oviedo gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 341 hours of full sun.
Oviedo usually gets less rain in July than Kotor. Oviedo gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Kotor and Oviedo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Kotor for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Oviedo is around the same temperature as Kotor. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Oviedo in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Kotor averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Kotor. Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during autumn. Oviedo gets 138 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kotor. In October, Oviedo usually receives less rain than Kotor. Oviedo gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Kotor and Oviedo during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Kotor because of the cuisine.
In January, Oviedo is generally much warmer than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Oviedo average around 10°C (49°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Oviedo gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 121 hours of full sun.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Oviedo. Oviedo usually gets less rain in January than Kotor. Oviedo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Oviedo and Kotor. Furthermore, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
Oviedo is cooler than Kotor in the spring. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Kotor fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during spring. Oviedo gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Oviedo usually receives less rain than Kotor. Oviedo gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Oviedo | Kotor | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
May | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |