Which place is cheaper, Cadiz or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Cadiz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Cadiz 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.
Where Should I go: Varna or Cadiz?
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
Cadiz
Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Cadiz $163
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Cadiz is $163. 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 Varna and Cadiz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Cadiz $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Cadiz $164
Compare Hotels in Varna and Cadiz
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Cadiz? 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Cadiz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Cadiz $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City: $22
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena: $25
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Varna (VAR) Airport: $35
- Private One-way Transfer Varna Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $53
- Private Transfer from Balchik to Varna (VAR) Airport: $58
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Balchik: $58
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Byala: $63
- Private Transfer from Albena to Varna (VAR) Airport : $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Albena: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna Airport (VAR) to Burgas Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Obzor: $71
- Private Transfer from Sunny Beach to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:
- Private Transfer from Cadiz city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Cadiz?
Prices for flights to both Cadiz and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Cadiz $49
Typical Food Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:
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Dinner and Tapas$16
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Lunch for 1$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
- Food Tour Cadiz: $75
- Tabancos Food Tour Jerez: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Cadiz $29
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-guided tour in Varna Archaeological Museum + ticket: $11
- Archaeological Museum Ticket & E-Guide: $13
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Pokémon GO Varna Private Tour: $19
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
- Private Virtual Tour in Varna with a Local Guide : $32
- Nessebar: Guided City Tour: $49
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- The OFFroad Adventure : $64
- The Ultimate Private Communist Tour of Varna: $64
- Half-Day Tsarev Brod Winery and Walking Tour: $64
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:
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Cadiz Sightseeing Tour$16
Tours and Activities in Cadiz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:
- Audioguided Tour of Cádiz Monumental, at your pace: $4.27
- Cadiz Town Center Outdoor Escape Game: A Story Adventure: $6.94
- Story Adventure Outdoor Escape Game in Cadiz Town Center : $7.07
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.02
- Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
- Historical Walking Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Guided tour of Cádiz: stories from the hand of a local guide: $11
- Cádiz: Cadiz Milenaria Guided Tour: $13
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Charming Cadiz: $15
- Cádiz: Self-Guided Audio Smartphone App Tour: $15
- Discover Cádiz walking tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Cadiz $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Cadiz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:
- Private Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Bike Rental: $107
- Countryside Olive Oil & Wine Tasting: $128
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Cadiz, we can see that Cadiz is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Cadiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cadiz than you might in Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Cadiz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Cadiz?
Varna has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cadiz. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Cadiz, 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 Varna or Cadiz?
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.
Should I visit Varna or Cadiz in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Cadiz. Furthermore, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Cadiz this time of year.
In the summer, Varna is around the same temperature as Cadiz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Varna in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Cadiz averages at about 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cadiz this time of the year. In Varna, it's very sunny this time of the year. Varna usually receives less sunshine than Cadiz during summer. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Cadiz receives 356 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Varna usually receives more rain than Cadiz. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Cadiz 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Varna or Cadiz in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Varna as well as Cadiz. Additionally, many travelers come to Cadiz for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Varna is generally cooler than Cadiz. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 14°C (57°F), and Cadiz fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cadiz. In the autumn, Varna often gets less sunshine than Cadiz. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cadiz receives 235 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in October than Cadiz. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Cadiz 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Varna or Cadiz in the Winter?
Both Cadiz and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Cadiz in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Varna. Varna is much colder than Cadiz in the winter. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Cadiz fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Varna usually receives less sunshine than Cadiz during winter. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Cadiz receives 174 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Varna usually receives less rain than Cadiz. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Cadiz 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Varna or Cadiz in the Spring?
Both Cadiz and Varna during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Cadiz for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Varna is much colder than Cadiz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Varna in April average around 11°C (52°F), and Cadiz averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Cadiz, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Varna often gets less sunshine than Cadiz. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cadiz receives 253 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Cadiz. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Cadiz 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Cadiz and Varna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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