Which place is cheaper, Santander or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Santander?
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 Santander can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Santander?
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.
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Santander $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Santander is $116. 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 Santander in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Santander $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Santander $110
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Santander
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Santander? 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 Santander Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Santander $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $252
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $44
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $44
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Santander?
Prices for flights to both Santander 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 $69Santander $44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Santander $19
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.
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
- Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
- From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
- Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $67
- Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $81
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- From Cantabria Private Tour: $492
- From Gastronomic Tour: $128
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $55
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Gastronomy tour: $120
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- Picos de Europa and Potes Guided Tour from Santander : $84
- Private Puente Viesgo Caves Full-Day Tour from Santander: $213
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Santander $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Santander, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Santander much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santander would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santander 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 Santander.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Santander Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Santander?
Santander has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Santander, 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 Santander?
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.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Santander in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Santander.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Santander in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Santander fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Santander. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Santander. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santander receives 213 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Santander. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Santander receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Santander 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Santander in the Autumn?
Both Santander and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Santander. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Santander averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Santander during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Santander receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Santander. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Santander. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Santander receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Santander 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Santander in the Winter?
Both Santander and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit.
In January, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Santander. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Santander fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Santander. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santander receives 91 hours of full sun.
Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in January than Santander. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Santander receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Santander 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Santander in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Santander.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Santander in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Santander fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Santander during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Santander receives 148 hours of full sun in the spring.
Santander receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Santander. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santander receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Santander 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Santander and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
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