Should you visit Andalusia or Languedoc-Roussillon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Andalusia or Languedoc-Roussillon, 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: Andalusia or Languedoc-Roussillon?
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon (often called "the Languedoc") is a historical coastal region in southern France, extending from Provence to the Pyrenees Mountains and the border with Spain. It is a former administrative region of France. Since 1 January 2016, it is part of the new region Occitanie. The area is a major wine producer, with Vin de Pays d'Oc and sparkling Cremant de Limoux among its best-known varieties. The regional capital, Montpellier, is home to a well-preserved medieval quarter. It comprises five departments, and borders the other French regions of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, Rhone-Alpes, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrenees on the one side, and Spain, Andorra and the Mediterranean Sea on the other side. It is the southernmost region of mainland France. The fertile coastal plain is given over to agriculture, vineyards and - particularly in Roussillon - fruit and vegetables. Languedoc is one of France's major wine-growing areas. The coast of Languedoc is characterized by long sandy beaches, often with plenty of space, and a modern tourist infrastructure, with twentieth-century resorts such as Cap d'Agde, Palavas, or Narbonne Plage.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best River Cruises in France, and The Best Bicycle Tours in France.
Which place is cheaper, Languedoc-Roussillon or Andalusia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Andalusia is €326, while the average daily cost in Languedoc-Roussillon is €122. 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 Andalusia and Languedoc-Roussillon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Andalusia €137
Languedoc-Roussillon €52
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Andalusia
€274
Languedoc-Roussillon
€104
Looking for a hotel in Andalusia or Languedoc-Roussillon? 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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Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Airport Transfer: Malaga Airport AGP to Malaga by Business Car:
$65
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Airport Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Van:
$71
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$77
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Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Seville by Sedan:
$78
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Arrival Transfer from Malaga airport AGP to Malaga City by Sedan:
$55
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Caminito del Rey from Seville with Semi-private Transfer:
$167
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Cancelada to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Transfer:
$286
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Cordoba: Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver:
$145
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Departure Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Business Car:
$59
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Departure Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Van:
$66
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Granada Airport Private Departure Transfer:
$49
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Granada Airport to Granada City Private Arrival Transfer:
$49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Languedoc-Roussillon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Languedoc-Roussillon:
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Private Transfers from Montpellier Airport to Montpellier:
$54
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Private Driver taxi transfers Station and Airport:
$167
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Montpellier Private Transfer from Montpellier city centre to Montpellier Airport:
$39
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CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Montpellier to Montpellier Airport:
$36
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CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer Montpellier Airport MPL to Cap d'Agde:
$128
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Arles to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer:
$163
Is it cheaper to fly into Andalusia or Languedoc-Roussillon?
Prices for flights to both Languedoc-Roussillon and Andalusia 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 day
Andalusia €141
Languedoc-Roussillon €55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Flamenco Show Tablao La Cantaora Sevilla (Optional Dinner):
$42
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Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera:
$45
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Paella Showcooking Experience:
$48
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Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas :
$56
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Best Food Tour in Seville:
$66
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Malaga Atarazanas Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings:
$71
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Dinner and Show at Alegría Flamenco & Restaurant in Malaga:
$72
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The Granada Morning Food Tour:
$76
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The Seville Morning Food Tour by Food Lover Tour:
$76
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Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba:
$80
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Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local:
$81
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Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour in Sevilla:
$84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Languedoc-Roussillon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Languedoc-Roussillon.
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Bertrand Bosc wine and food tour in Pic St Loup:
$94
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Nimes Food Tour:
$96
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Montpellier Gourmet Food Tour:
$106
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Private cooking class with specialized chefs Montpellier:
$118
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Food Tour in the Southern French Countryside from Nîmes:
$202
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Alcazaba to Picasso: Málaga’s Best in a Self-Guided Tour:
$1.17
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Granada Walking Tour - The Ideal Way to Discover the City:
$1.78
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Rooftop Sunset Wine Experience :
$3.57
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Spritz Tasting Experience :
$3.57
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Malaga Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$3.58
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Essential Round Self-guided tour created by a local Official Guide:
$4.78
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Skip the Line: Picasso's Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket:
$4.78
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Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.13
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Self Guided Walking Tour of Secrets and Splendor of Seville:
$5.20
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Seville Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.74
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Guided Walking Tour of the Old Town of Frigiliana:
$5.97
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Algeciras Paco de Lucía’s Legacy: Exploration Game and Tour:
$5.97
Tours and Activities in Languedoc-Roussillon
Here are a few actual costs in Languedoc-Roussillon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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A Private Guided Historical and Cultural Tour in Nîmes :
$84
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A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica:
$20
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A tour of Nimes tailor-made:
$96
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Arles Vincent Van Gogh Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP:
$13
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Arles: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour:
$257
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Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour:
$25
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Carcassonne Castle and Ramparts Entry Ticket:
$30
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Carcassonne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.70
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Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone:
$8.36
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Carcassonne: Exclusive Private Guided Tour :
$255
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Carcassonne: Secrets of the Castle's Defense Self-Guided Tour:
$6.93
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Cité de Carcassonne Guided Walking tour. Private tour.:
$184
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
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Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry:
$19
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Visit the Oldest Winery of Malaga and Wine Tasting:
$23
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Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting:
$26
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Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery:
$26
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Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba:
$29
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Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in Spanish:
$36
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Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in English:
$36
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Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier:
$54
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Ronda Wine Tasting with Tapas in a Scenic Vineyard:
$66
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Granada Tapas and wine tour!:
$81
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Wine Tasting in the Center of Seville with Pairing:
$82
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Seville's Triana Neighborhood Tapas & Wine Tour:
$94
Sample the Local Flavors in Languedoc-Roussillon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Languedoc-Roussillon:
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Guided tour of Lavender Distillery between Provence & Camargue:
$9.57
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Ambushes and wine tasting:
$23
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Sean's Wine Tasting Events:
$54
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Côte de Boeuf Party and Wine Tasting:
$84
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Small-Group Half-Day Châteaux of Montpellier Wine Tour:
$94
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Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour from Montpellier:
$94
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Camargue Sand Excursion - Half Day Wine Tour:
$178
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Wine tasting through play:
$179
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Wine Tour in Roussillon: Picnic & Tasting Day :
$202
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Wine tour in Pic Saint-Loup area:
$202
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Andalusia and Languedoc-Roussillon, we can see that Andalusia is more expensive. And not only is Languedoc-Roussillon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Languedoc-Roussillon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Languedoc-Roussillon 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 Andalusia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Andalusia than you might in Languedoc-Roussillon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Andalusia Expensive? and Is Languedoc-Roussillon Expensive?.
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