Which place is cheaper, Azores or Portimao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Portimao or Azores?
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 Azores. 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 Azores?
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.
Azores
The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, and The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPortimao €152Azores €0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Portimao is €152, while the average daily cost in Azores is €0.00. 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 Azores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPortimao €78Azores -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPortimao €156Azores €0.00
Compare Hotels in Portimao and Azores
Looking for a hotel in Portimao or Azores? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Portimao €37Azores -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portimao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portimao:
- Transfer Praia da Rocha - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $60
- Transfer Praia da Rocha - Alamos Golf (Portimão) : $35
- Transfer Portimão - Alamos Golf (Portimão) Pending: $35
- Transfer Lagoa - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $62
- Transfer Lagoa - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $41
- Transfer Lagoa - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $34
- Transfer From Portimão Algarve To Lisboa: $250
- Transfer Carvoeiro - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $62
- Transfer Carvoeiro - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $42
- Transfer Carvoeiro - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $48
- Transfer Armação de Pêra - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $44
- Transfer Armação de Pêra - Benamor Golf (Conceição): $101
Is it cheaper to fly into Portimao or Azores?
Prices for flights to both Azores 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 €45Azores -
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portimao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portimao.
- Algarve Food Tour in Portimão: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Portimao €41Azores -
Tours and Activities in Portimao
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portimao are as follows:
- Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour: $23
- 2 Hours Cruise Portimão to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach: $33
- 7 Hour Guided Sailboat Yacht Cruise Tour in Algarve: $82
- Algarve - Exclusive horseriding in Portimao (no experience required): $55
- Algarve Coast Guided Boat Tour: $39
- Algarve Jeep Safari tours: $50
- Algarve Private Tour with Typical Lunch: $83
- Alone in Benagil, perfect pictures Kayak tour with @StarToursAlgarve: $61
- Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour: $39
- Benagil Boat Tour with Local Guide : $36
- Benagil Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Lunch from Portimão: $62
- Benagil Cave - Sunrise or Sunset Kayak Tour (small group): $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPortimao €30Azores -
Sample the Local Flavors in Portimao
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Portimao:
- Wine Tasting and Art Tour: $40
- Lagos, Portimão & Alvor: Wine Tasting & Music Experience: $61
- Carvoeiro, Albufeira & Vilamoura: Wine Tasting & Music Experience: $61
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Portimao and Azores, we can see that Portimao is more expensive. And not only is Azores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Azores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Azores 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 Azores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Portimao Expensive? and Is Azores Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Portimao or Azores?
Azores has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Portimao. When comparing the sizes of Portimao and Azores, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.