Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Catania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Catania or Costa Teguise?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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 Catania and Costa Teguise can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Costa Teguise?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
Costa Teguise
Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatania €150Costa Teguise €184
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €150, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is €184. 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 Catania and Costa Teguise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Costa Teguise €84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Costa Teguise €168
Compare Hotels in Catania and Costa Teguise
Looking for a hotel in Catania or Costa Teguise? 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: Catania Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Costa Teguise €42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- Private Transfer From Catania to Palermo or vice versa: $281
- Catania Airport (CTA) to Palermo Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $258
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to PALERMO (or VICEVERSA): $256
- Private transfer from Catania City or APT to Siracusa: $249
- Private Transfer from Catania APT to Taormina: $240
- Private Transfer from Catania to Palermo with Tour options: $238
- Transfer Catania / Licata Airport: $238
- Transfer Catania / Agrigento Airport: $238
- Catania Airport(CTA) to Siracusa Port-Round Trip Private Transfer: $227
- Transfers from Catania to Noto : $223
- Private Transfer from Catania to Cefalu (Direct or with Stops): $222
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to CEFALU' (or VICEVERSA): $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Costa Teguise?
Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Catania 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 dayCatania €70Costa Teguise €72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- The Sweet Side of Sicily – A Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $66
- Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better: $74
- Street food tour of Catania by night: $83
- Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner: $113
- the Magic and secrets of Sicilian Cooking Classes: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Catania: $173
- Cooking Class in Taormina with Lunch Included: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catania €19Costa Teguise €30
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- 7-hour city tour of Enna and Piazza Armerina Villa Romana : $227
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $262
- Adventure on Mount Etna: Experience the Magic of Snow with Snowshoes: $83
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $144
- Bike tour of Catania by e-bike: $78
- Buscemi - Palazzolo Acreide - Marzamemi Tour: $239
- CATANIA : Etna Sunset Tour with Free Pick-Up from Catania: $70
- COMMISSARIO MONTALBANO Tour: $281
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
- Catania Private Walking Tour with "Arancino and Cannolo" Tasting: $238
- Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure: $76
- Catania Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $6.58
Tours and Activities in Costa Teguise
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Costa Teguise.
- TRY SCUBA - Experience for beginners: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Costa Teguise €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Sicilian Villages Wine Tasting, Oil and Ricotta, Lunch Included: $96
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $127
- Castelmola and Etna Wine Tasting Tour from Messina: $167
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $173
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $184
- Private visit to the cellars of Etna with wine tasting: $222
- Etna private tour with wine cellar gambino lunch and wine tasting: $281
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Catania much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catania would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catania 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Catania.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catania Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Catania or Costa Teguise?
Catania has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Catania and Costa Teguise, 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 Catania or Costa Teguise?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Catania or Costa Teguise in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Catania as well as Costa Teguise. Most visitors come to Catania for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Catania is a little warmer than Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Catania in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Catania this time of the year. In the summer, Catania often gets more sunshine than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets less rain in July than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCatania 26°C (79°F)Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Catania or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?
Both Costa Teguise and Catania are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Catania because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Catania is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 19°C (67°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during autumn. Catania gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Catania. In October, Catania usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCatania 19°C (67°F)Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Catania or Costa Teguise in the Winter?
Both Costa Teguise and Catania during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Catania this time of year.
Catania is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Catania often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets more rain in January than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCatania 10°C (51°F)Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Catania or Costa Teguise in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Catania and Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Catania for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Catania is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Catania in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. In Catania, it's very sunny this time of the year. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during spring. Catania gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Catania usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Catania gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCatania 15°C (58°F)Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Catania
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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