Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Palma de Mallorca?
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 Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna, 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: Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna?
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Palma de Mallorca Prices
Spain PricesA Coruna Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPalma de Mallorca €171A Coruna €109
The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €171, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €109. 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 Palma de Mallorca and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalma de Mallorca €69A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalma de Mallorca €138A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Palma de Mallorca and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna? 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: Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palma de Mallorca €25A Coruna €13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€6.80
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Bus Ride€1.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Mallorca Airport (PMI): $96
- Private Transfers from Palma to Palme de Mallorca Airport PMI in Business Car: $83
- Private Transfer from Peguera to Mallorca airport (PMI): $105
- Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Palma de Mallorca: $96
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Soller : $114
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Pollensa: $158
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Peguera : $105
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Deyá: $114
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Calas de Mallorca: $156
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Andratx : $126
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Alcudia: $158
- Private Transfer from Can Picafort to Mallorca airport (PMI): $158
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $144
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $158
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Palma de Mallorca 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 dayPalma de Mallorca €78A Coruna €49
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Mallorcan Food Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $35
- Palma de Mallorca : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $62
- Spanish Cooking Class Palma meals+drinks 7 dishes Full meals: $71
- Paella Day Cooking Class Savor the Tradition: $114
- 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $141
- Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $144
- The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $145
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palma de Mallorca €34A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5 hours Mallorca hiking tour in Castell d Alaro : $84
- 2 Hours E-Bike Tour in Palma : $48
- 3 Hour Slingshot Sunset Tour from Paguera: $141
- 4-Hour Private Gourmet Experience in Traditional Mallorcan Finca: $132
- 5-Hour Guided Robinson Boat Day Tour in Northern Mallorca: $78
- 5-hours Tour: Mallorca Inland Charming Villages: $90
- 8-Hour Formentor and Sineu Market with boat trip Tour in Mallorca: $60
- AbenteuerDate Palmanova, tour with fun activities in German language: $11
- Afternoon Boat Tour in the Bay of Alcudia Mallorca: $72
- Afternoon Snorkel & Paddle Surf Experience in a Secret Spot: $101
- Alcudia Winecellar Tour with Vineyard Visit, Tasting of 5 Wines: $55
- Alcudia: Guided Sea Kayaking & snorkelling Tour (day & sunset) : $66
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $90
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.15
- Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $78
- Discover Coruña 60 Minute Private Tour in Tuk tuk: $180
- Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña: $59
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $71
- E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor: $150
- EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour: $32
- Excursion to Santiago de Compostela for cruises from Coruña: $83
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $83
- Guided Tour Lugo: $30
- Private La Coruña Walking Tour: $185
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalma de Mallorca €29A Coruna €13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Coffee€3.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
- Wine tasting/wine tasting wines from Mallorca: $30
- Palma Distillery Tour with 3 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $59
- Mallorca Wine Tour Taste Local Wines in Santa Maria: $72
- Wine Tasting Mallorca : $81
- Gastronomic Wine Tasting Experience Guided by a Sommelier: $84
- Wine tasting at sunset including pick-up from the north coast: $198
- Bodega Tour XL Mallorca incl. 3x wine tasting pick up east coast: $238
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Palma de Mallorca and A Coruna, we can see that Palma de Mallorca is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Palma de Mallorca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palma de Mallorca than you might in A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Palma de Mallorca Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna?
Palma de Mallorca has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Palma de Mallorca and A Coruna, 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 Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna?
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 Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Palma de Mallorca are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Palma de Mallorca for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Palma de Mallorca is a little warmer than A Coruna in the summer. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 24°C (76°F) in July, and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in A Coruna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palma de Mallorca. Palma de Mallorca usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Palma de Mallorca gets 334 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPalma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Palma de Mallorca during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Palma de Mallorca in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Palma de Mallorca in October average around 19°C (66°F), and A Coruna averages at about 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Palma de Mallorca. In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPalma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Palma de Mallorca and A Coruna. Most visitors come to Palma de Mallorca for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Palma de Mallorca is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Palma de Mallorca average around 11°C (52°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Palma de Mallorca usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Palma de Mallorca gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPalma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Palma de Mallorca as well as A Coruna. The spring months attract visitors to Palma de Mallorca because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
Palma de Mallorca is a little warmer than A Coruna in the spring. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palma de Mallorca this time of the year. In the spring, Palma de Mallorca often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.
Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Palma de Mallorca gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPalma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Palma de Mallorca
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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