Which place is cheaper, Playa Blanca or Setubal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Setubal and Playa Blanca can help you decide which place is right for you.
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €123, while the average daily cost in Playa Blanca is €155. 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 Setubal and Playa Blanca in more detail.
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Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Playa Blanca and Setubal 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Playa Blanca, we can see that Playa Blanca is more expensive. And not only is Setubal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Setubal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Setubal 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 Playa Blanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa Blanca than you might in Setubal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Playa Blanca Expensive?.
Setubal has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Playa Blanca, 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 destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Playa Blanca.
In the summer, Setubal is around the same temperature as Playa Blanca. Typically, the summer temperatures in Setubal in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Playa Blanca averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa Blanca this time of the year. In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Playa Blanca during summer. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Playa Blanca receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Setubal usually receives more rain than Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Playa Blanca.
In October, Setubal is generally cooler than Playa Blanca. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 19°C (66°F), and Playa Blanca fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa Blanca. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the autumn, Setubal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa Blanca receives 224 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets more rain in October than Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Playa Blanca and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Setubal is cooler than Playa Blanca in the winter. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Playa Blanca fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa Blanca. Setubal usually receives less sunshine than Playa Blanca during winter. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Playa Blanca receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Setubal. In January, Setubal usually receives more rain than Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Playa Blanca and Setubal during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Setubal is cooler than Playa Blanca. Typically, the spring temperatures in Setubal in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Playa Blanca averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Playa Blanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the spring, Setubal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa Blanca receives 250 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets more rain in April than Playa Blanca. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Setubal | Playa Blanca | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |