Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Urbino?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Urbino and Playa del Ingles can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Located in central Italy, Urbino is a remote and less-traveled walled town, tucked away in the hills of Le Marche. Under the ambitious and honorable rule of Duke Federico da Montefeltro in 1444 to 1482, Urbino thrived in culture because the Duke so deeply appreciated art and literature. Known as one of the original sites of Renaissance culture in the 15th century, Urbino experienced a large influx of scholars and artists. Today, Urbino is still known as the pinnacle of Renaissance art and architecture.
Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy, 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 Urbino is €118, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is €180. 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 Urbino and Playa del Ingles in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Urbino or Playa del Ingles? 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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Also for Urbino, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles and Urbino 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 Urbino.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Urbino and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles is more expensive. And not only is Urbino much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Urbino would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Urbino 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 del Ingles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa del Ingles than you might in Urbino.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Urbino Expensive? and Is Playa del Ingles Expensive?.
Playa del Ingles has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Urbino. When comparing the sizes of Urbino and Playa del Ingles, 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 Urbino and Playa del Ingles. Most visitors come to Urbino for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Urbino is around the same temperature as Playa del Ingles. Typically, the summer temperatures in Urbino in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 22°C (72°F).
In July, Urbino usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Urbino gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Urbino as well as Playa del Ingles. The autumn months attract visitors to Urbino because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Urbino is generally much colder than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Urbino average around 15°C (59°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Urbino usually gets more rain in October than Playa del Ingles. Urbino gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Playa del Ingles and Urbino are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Urbino this time of year.
It's quite cold in Urbino in the winter. Urbino is much colder than Playa del Ingles in the winter. The daily temperature in Urbino averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In January, Urbino usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Urbino gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Playa del Ingles and Urbino during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Urbino for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Urbino is much colder than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the spring temperatures in Urbino in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Urbino usually gets more rain in April than Playa del Ingles. Urbino gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Urbino | Playa del Ingles | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
Mar | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |