Should you visit Rhodes or Crete?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Rhodes and Crete. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Crete
The largest and most populous island of Greece, Crete has become a frequent vacation destination for many visitors. The terrain of the place is quite varied - very mountainous stretching east to west, with lush valleys, fertile plateaus, gorges, and famous caves like Idaion, the birthplace of the Greek god Zeus. The surrounding smaller islands and beaches are key attractions as well.
Which city is cheaper, Crete or Rhodes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €108, while the average daily cost in Crete 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Rhodes and Crete in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €92 for a double occupancy room in Rhodes.
Food
While meal prices in Rhodes can vary, the average travelers spends about €38 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Rhodes should cost around €15 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Rhodes is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Rhodes €38
Crete
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Typical Food prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee
€1.95
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Dinner for Two
€23
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Rhodes is €39 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
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Private Airport Transfer: from Rhodes to Rhodes Airport (RHO):
$19
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Rhodes Private Departure Transfer:
$28
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Rhodes Private Departure Transfer to Rhodes Airport:
$22
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Diagoras Airport Private Hotel Transfer:
$25
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Crete?
Prices for flights to both Crete and Rhodes 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.
Entertainment
Rhodes's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €15 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Rhodes City Tour:
$572
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Private Lindos Tour:
$683
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Private Tour: Lindos Acropolis and Village:
$683
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Rhodes Private Tours:
$995
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Private Tour: Lindos and Rhodes Old Town Day Trip:
$1,131
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Private Lindos and Rhodes Old Town Tour:
$1,131
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Hike around Rhodes in a 8 day tour! (Walking holidays):
$1,369
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Rhodes Family Adventure Week:
$1,630
Tours and Activities in Crete
Here are a few actual costs in Crete for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Imbros Gorge and Libyan Sea Day Tour From Rethymno:
$39
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Small Villages Cretan Nature & Aposelemis canyon E-Bike tour with Café stop:
$72
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Traditional Cretan Village Bakery Class and Tour:
$134
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Classic and Authentic Day Tour of Crete:
$137
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Rhodes may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €9.71 per day on alcoholic beverages.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Crete, we can see that Rhodes is more expensive. And not only is Crete much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Crete would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Crete 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes than you might in Crete.
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