A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sicily vs. Asturias for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sicily or Asturias?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sicily or Asturias, 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.

Where Should I go: Sicily or Asturias?

Sicily

If Italy is a boot, then Sicily is the football about to be kicked. This large island is separated from mainland Italy by the Straits of Messina. It has a dynamic and rich cultural history that is a mix of many different invading forces over the course of history, each leaving its own mark on Sicily's art, cuisine, and language. Various archeological areas can be found throughout the island and many are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sicilians have their own language, although most speak Italian and many learn English in school.

Asturias

Asturias is a region of Northwest Spain known for its rugged coastline, mountain landscapes, religious sites, and medieval architecture. While the natural landscapes answer the calling for outdoor adventures, the cities offer chances to experience the local history and culture. When it comes to sampling the best features of Asturias, there really is a little bit of everything.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Asturias or Sicily?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sicily is €102, while the average daily cost in Asturias is €119. 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 Sicily and Asturias in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sicily 59
    Asturias 69
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sicily 118
    Asturias 138
Compare Hotels in Sicily and Asturias

Looking for a hotel in Sicily or Asturias? 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.

Hotels in Sicily


Hotels in Asturias


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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: Sicily Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sicily 13
    Asturias 16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asturias

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Asturias:

  • Private Transfer from Asturias Airport to Oviedo and Gijón: $71
  • Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $39

Is it cheaper to fly into Sicily or Asturias?

Prices for flights to both Asturias and Sicily 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sicily 33
    Asturias 37

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sicily

For Sicily, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Etna: Wine Tasting and Food Tour: $122

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sicily 12
    Asturias 19

Tours and Activities in Sicily

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sicily.

  • TOUR TREKKING ETNA MORNING SCHIENA DELL’ASINO: $43
  • Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour: $111
  • Mount Etna E-bike tour: Tour of Etna: $192

Tours and Activities in Asturias

Here are a few actual costs in Asturias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Arriondas: Canoeing Adventure Descent on the Sella River: $27
  • Cangas de Onís: Sella River Canoeing Adventure: $27
  • From Santiago: Tour to Cathedral Beach, Asturias, and Pancha: $64
  • Full-Day Tour at Oviedo to Coastal Wonders of Asturias : $289
  • Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $12
  • Guided tour of Oviedo: $9.81
  • Northern Spain Tour in private 8 - 15 days Spanish English : $245
  • OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $11
  • Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $8.96
  • Tour from Oviedo and Gijón to Covadonga lakes & sailors villages: $172
  • Tour to the Lakes of Covadonga and Sanctuary from Oviedo: $94

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sicily 14
    Asturias 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Sicily

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sicily:

  • Palermo: photographic walk and wine tasting: $342


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sicily and Asturias, we can see that Asturias is more expensive. And not only is Sicily much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sicily would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sicily 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 Asturias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asturias than you might in Sicily.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sicily Expensive? and Is Asturias Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Sicily or Asturias?

Sicily has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Asturias. When comparing the sizes of Sicily and Asturias, 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.

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