Which place is cheaper, Oviedo or Reims?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Reims or Oviedo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
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 Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, 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 Reims is €131, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is €106. 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 Reims and Oviedo in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Oviedo and Reims 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.
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Reims and Oviedo, we can see that Reims is more expensive. And not only is Oviedo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Oviedo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oviedo 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims than you might in Oviedo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Reims Expensive? and Is Oviedo Expensive?.
Oviedo has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Reims. When comparing the sizes of Reims 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.
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.
Both Oviedo and Reims during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Reims for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Reims is around the same temperature as Oviedo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Reims in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Oviedo averages at about 19°C (65°F).
In Oviedo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Reims. In the summer, Reims often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Reims gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 203 hours of full sun.
Reims usually gets more rain in July than Oviedo. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Reims and Oviedo. Many visitors come to Reims in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Reims is generally cooler than Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Reims average around 12°C (53°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Reims usually receives less sunshine than Oviedo during autumn. Reims gets 122 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Reims usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Reims as well as Oviedo. Most visitors come to Reims for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Reims can be very cold during winter. Reims is much colder than Oviedo in the winter. The daily temperature in Reims averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Oviedo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Reims often gets less sunshine than Oviedo. Reims gets 50 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 95 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Oviedo. Reims usually gets less rain in January than Oviedo. Reims gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Oviedo and Reims are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Reims because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Reims is cooler than Oviedo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Reims in April average around 9°C (49°F), and Oviedo averages at about 11°C (53°F).
Reims usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during spring. Reims gets 172 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Reims usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Reims gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Reims | Oviedo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |