Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Portimao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Portimao or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Portimao and A Coruna. 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.
Where Should I go: Portimao or A Coruna?
Portimao
The second biggest city in the Alrgarve region of Portugal, Portimao sits on the coast where the Arade River meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is renowned for its fresh fish restaurants and is also a popular destination for beachgoers at the Praia da Rocha to the south of the city.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPortimao €152A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Portimao is €152, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Portimao and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPortimao €78A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPortimao €156A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Portimao and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Portimao 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: Portimao Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Portimao €37A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portimao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portimao:
- Transfer Portimão - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $59
- Transfer Lagoa - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $60
- Transfer Lagoa - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $41
- Transfer Lagoa - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $34
- Transfer From Portimão Algarve To Lisboa: $244
- Transfer Ferragudo - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $49
- Transfer Ferragudo - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $41
- Transfer Ferragudo - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $34
- Transfer Carvoeiro - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $47
- Transfer Armação de Pêra - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $34
- Transfer Alvor - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $49
- Transfer Alvor - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Portimao or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Portimao 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 dayPortimao €45A Coruna €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portimao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portimao.
- Algarve wine tour and mountain top trip with lunch or dinner at sunset time: $147
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:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Portimao €41A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Portimao
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portimao are as follows:
- Kayak Tours to Benagil & Marine caves - From Benagil Beach: $38
- Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave - 90Mins Cave Tour: $25
- 1 Hour and 30 Minutes Benagil Caves Kayak Tour: $36
- 2 Hours Cruise Portimão to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach: $27
- Afternoon Sailing and Caves Tour from Portimao: $39
- Albufeira - Salgados Reserve Segway Tour: $65
- Algarve - Exclusive horseriding in Portimao (no experience required): $55
- Algarve Coast Guided Boat Tour: $38
- Algarve Jeep Safari tours: $49
- Alone in Benagil, perfect pictures Kayak tour with @StarToursAlgarve: $60
- Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour: $38
- Benagil Cave Guided Kayaking Tour Caves & Secret Spots : $38
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:
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $32
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPortimao €30A Coruna €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Portimao
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Portimao:
- Algarve Wine Tasting & Music Experience: $60
- Algarve Wine Tour of Two Wine Estates: $74
- Algarve wine tour of 2 wine estates and lunch at the countryside: $154
- Alentejo Wine Tour from the Algarve: $210
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Portimao and A Coruna, we can see that Portimao 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 Portimao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Portimao 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 Portimao Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Portimao or A Coruna?
A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Portimao. When comparing the sizes of Portimao 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 Portimao or A Coruna?
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 Portimao or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Portimao during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Portimao because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Portimao is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Portimao in July average around 25°C (78°F), and A Coruna averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Portimao usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Portimao gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPortimao 25°C (78°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Portimao or A Coruna in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Portimao and A Coruna. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Portimao this time of year.
In October, Portimao is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Portimao average around 19°C (67°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Portimao usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Portimao gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPortimao 19°C (67°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Portimao or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Portimao as well as A Coruna. Many travelers come to Portimao for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Portimao is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the winter. The daily temperature in Portimao averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and A Coruna fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Portimao usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Portimao gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPortimao 11°C (52°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Portimao or A Coruna in the Spring?
Both A Coruna and Portimao are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Portimao in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Portimao is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Portimao in April average around 15°C (60°F), and A Coruna averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In April, Portimao usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Portimao gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPortimao 15°C (60°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Portimao
| Portimao | A Coruna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (78°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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