Which place is cheaper, Oviedo or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Oviedo can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is $114. 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 Rabat and Oviedo in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Oviedo, we can see that Oviedo is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa and Oviedo is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Oviedo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oviedo than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Oviedo Expensive?.
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Oviedo. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Oviedo, 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.
Oviedo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Oviedo and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In July, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Oviedo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Oviedo and Rabat during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Rabat is a little warmer than Oviedo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Oviedo fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 138 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Oviedo. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Oviedo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
In the winter, Rabat is a little warmer than Oviedo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Oviedo averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
Oviedo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Rabat usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Oviedo. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 143 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Oviedo. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Rabat | Oviedo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |