Which place is cheaper, Funchal or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Funchal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Funchal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Funchal?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Funchal $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Funchal is $101. 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 Pamukkale and Funchal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Funchal $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Funchal $112
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Funchal
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Funchal? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Funchal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Funchal $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $103
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $123
- PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $71
- Sunrise Transfer to Hike Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo: $71
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
- Madeira Airport Transfers Round Trip (FNC): $65
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $59
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Departure Transfer (Funchal Hotels to Madeira Airport): $54
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Funchal Hotels or Address): $54
- Madeira Island Transfers: $53
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Madeira Island - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Funchal?
Prices for flights to both Funchal and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Funchal $34
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee$1.52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $31
- Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $41
- Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $76
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Funchal $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $119
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
- Daily Pamukkale and Kaklik Cave Tour with drop-off at Denizli Airport: $230
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Handicap Half Day Tour, Fully Accessible Tour : $76
- “Le tour de Churchill” - From Funchal to Câmara de Lobos: $58
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- 4 Hours Adventure Jeep Tour in Central Madeira Portugal: $47
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $71
- Accessible Half Day Tour Cabo Girão: $120
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $158
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Amazing West - Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day: $60
- Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $49
- Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am To 5pm (Each Day): $65
- Around the island - Two days tour: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Funchal $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $49
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $53
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $53
- Wine tasting and Jeep Adventure in Madeira's Majestic Countryside: $56
- Pub Crawl: $59
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $86
- Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $97
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $98
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $102
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $109
- Wine Tour by Overland Madeira: $150
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Funchal, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Funchal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Funchal?
Funchal has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Funchal, 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 Pamukkale or Funchal?
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 Pamukkale or Funchal in the Summer?
Both Funchal and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Funchal. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Funchal. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Funchal during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Funchal. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Funchal 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Funchal in the Autumn?
Both Funchal and Pamukkale during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Funchal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Funchal fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Funchal. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 183 hours of full sun.
Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Funchal. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Funchal 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Funchal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Funchal.
In the winter, Pamukkale is much colder than Funchal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Funchal averages at about 16°C (61°F).
Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Funchal during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 141 hours of full sun in the winter.
Funchal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of rain as Funchal. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Funchal 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Funchal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Funchal.
In April, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Funchal. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Funchal. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 182 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Funchal. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Funchal 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Funchal and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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