Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Santander?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santander or Sarajevo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Santander and Sarajevo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Santander or Sarajevo?
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantander €108Sarajevo €66
The average daily cost (per person) in Santander is €108, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is €66. 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 Santander and Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantander €51Sarajevo €26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantander €102Sarajevo €52
Compare Hotels in Santander and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Santander or Sarajevo? 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: Santander Hotel Prices and Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santander €24Sarajevo €6.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $44
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $44
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $252
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)€1.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer in Sarajevo: $27
- Airport Transfers & Private Tours with Luxury minibus Bosnia: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo Chauffeur for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $16
- One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $15
- Private Sarajevo Airport Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer From Sarajevo To Beograd : $142
- Private Transfer from Hrasnica to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $68
- Private Transfer from Konjic to Mostar Airport (OMO): $174
- Private Transfer from Konjic to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $155
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Bojnik : $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Santander or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo and Santander 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 daySantander €41Sarajevo €29
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santander €18Sarajevo €11
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- From Cantabria Private Tour: $492
- From Gastronomic Tour: $128
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $55
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Gastronomy tour: $120
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- Picos de Europa and Potes Guided Tour from Santander : $84
- Private Puente Viesgo Caves Full-Day Tour from Santander: $213
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)€7.16
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sarajevo Walking Tour In Small Group: $11
- Sarajevo Talkie-Walkie Tour: $13
- Grand Walking Tour: $16
- Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $16
- HISTORY OF ISLAM IN SARAJEVO TOUR: $16
- SARAJEVO CITY TOUR - Learn something in an interesting way.: $17
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
- Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history: $19
- Sarajevo Old Town: Bosnian Ethnic Food & Coffee Walking Tour: $19
- Tunnel of Hope Siege Tour: $20
- Uncovering Islam Tour: $20
- Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantander €14Sarajevo €6.88
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santander and Sarajevo, we can see that Santander is more expensive. And not only is Sarajevo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sarajevo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sarajevo 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 Santander would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santander than you might in Sarajevo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santander Expensive? and Is Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santander or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Santander and Sarajevo, 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 Santander or Sarajevo?
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 Santander or Sarajevo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Santander as well as Sarajevo. Also, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Santander is generally cooler than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 19°C (66°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Santander this time of the year. In the summer, Santander often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Santander gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun.
Santander usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Sarajevo. Santander gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySantander 19°C (66°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Santander or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
Both Sarajevo and Santander are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Santander is around the same temperature as Sarajevo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 16°C (60°F) in October, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during autumn. Santander gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. It's quite rainy in Santander. In October, Santander usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Santander gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSantander 16°C (60°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Santander or Sarajevo in the Winter?
Both Sarajevo and Santander during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
In the winter, Santander is much warmer than Sarajevo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Santander in January average around 9°C (49°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Santander often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Santander gets 91 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Santander. Santander usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Sarajevo. Santander gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySantander 9°C (49°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Santander or Sarajevo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Santander and Sarajevo. Furthermore, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Santander is generally cooler than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 12°C (53°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during spring. Santander gets 148 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Santander usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sarajevo. Santander gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSantander 12°C (53°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Santander
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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