A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Corralejo vs. Caltagirone for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Corralejo or Caltagirone?

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

Should I visit Corralejo or Caltagirone? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Corralejo or Caltagirone?

Corralejo

Corralejo is a beach town located on the northern tip of the Canary Island of Fuerteventura. While the town is known for its vacation resorts and beaches, the island as a whole is famed for its very strong winds, which create prime conditions for surfing of all kinds.

Caltagirone

Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.

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Which place is cheaper, Caltagirone or Corralejo?

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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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Corralejo 177
    Caltagirone 117

The average daily cost (per person) in Corralejo is €177, while the average daily cost in Caltagirone is €117. 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 Corralejo and Caltagirone in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Corralejo 67
    Caltagirone 59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Corralejo 134
    Caltagirone 118
Compare Hotels in Corralejo and Caltagirone

Looking for a hotel in Corralejo or Caltagirone? 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 Corralejo


Hotels in Caltagirone


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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: Corralejo Hotel Prices and Caltagirone Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Corralejo 56
    Caltagirone 8.57

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:

  • Transfer from and to Catania Airport Taormina Giardini Naxos Letojanni Mazzarò. : $149
  • Transfer from Favignana with Ticket Hydrofoil to Trapani Airport: $61
  • Transfer from Favignana to Palermo Airport Ferry ticket included: $126
  • Transfer from Catania airport to Marina di Ragusa or inverted: $167
  • Transfer from Catania Airport : $49
  • Transfer da aeroporto Trapani a San Vito Lo Capo: $74
  • Transfer From Catania Airport to Taormina and surrounding Villages: $167
  • Taxi transfer service from MESSINA Cruise/city or port to TAORMINA or viceversa: $120
  • Taxi transfer service from CATANIA airport/city to Siracusa Ortigia or viceversa: $93
  • Taxi transfer from CATANIA (everywhere) to MILAZZO (or viceversa): $170
  • Taxi Transfer Service from CATANIA airport/city to COMISO airport (or viceversa): $120
  • TRANSFER from Catania (wherever) to Pozzallo Port (or vice versa): $126

Is it cheaper to fly into Corralejo or Caltagirone?

Prices for flights to both Caltagirone and Corralejo 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
    Corralejo 75
    Caltagirone 53

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Caltagirone

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.

  • Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $59
  • Cannoli Cooking Class in Taormina: $66
  • Master the Art of Arancino: A Hands-On Cooking Class in Ortigia: $78
  • Sicilian Street food tour: eat local in Messina : $78
  • Cook, Eat & Embrace Sicily-An Authentic Cooking Experience : $83
  • Cooking Class from Table to Tablecloths in Syracuse: $84
  • 4-course Palermitan dinner in a cottage with a garden: $86
  • Fishing in Selinunte and lunch with cooking of the catch: $87
  • Palermo: Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class in Palermo: $88
  • Half-Day Cooking Class with Lunch in Baglio Florio: $96
  • Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Catania: $102
  • Cooking class of typical dishes and lunch in Piazza Armerina: $102

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Corralejo 27
    Caltagirone 5.71

Tours and Activities in Corralejo

For Corralejo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Ticket to the Movie-Gamer Bar + 2 Free Cocktails: $18
  • Walking tour with local product tastings: $18
  • Walking Tour with Rooftop Drink at Sunset: $35
  • Fuerteventura: Lobos Island Guided Tour with Snorkeling: $76
  • Fuerteventura: 1-hour private mini-cruise to Lobos Island: $188
  • FUERTEVENTURA: CORRALEJO PRIVATE SAILING TOUR AROUND ISLA DE LOBOS: $423

Tours and Activities in Caltagirone

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

  • Godfather tour , Taormina and Messina: $185
  • Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $54
  • Palermo Food and Drink Sailing Private Experience: $263
  • Pantelleria Boat Tour with Lunch on Board: $110
  • Private Taormina Sunset walking Tour with Aperitif : $179
  • Sunset tour of the Valley of the Temples with skip-the-line ticket: $48
  • Tour from cruise port Messina to Taormina Castelmola and beach : $185
  • 1 hour Calessino/Tuk tuk Tour to Syracuse or Ortigia Island : $144
  • 1-Day Cruise with Lunch and Snorkeling to Favignana from Marsala: $90
  • 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $42
  • 2 hour Quad tour on the Etna volcano: $161
  • 2-hour boat tour in Taormina Bay with swim stop : $60

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Corralejo 7.86
    Caltagirone 13

Sample the Local Flavors in Corralejo

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Corralejo:

  • Fuerteventura: Corralejo Pub Crawl and Tapas Tour: $88

Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone

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

  • Catania Nightlife Pub Crawl: $16
  • Pub Crawl Palermo: $19
  • Authentic Marsala Wine Tasting Experience in a Historic Winery: $24
  • Historic winery visit with food and wine tasting in Marsala: $35
  • Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $38
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $41
  • Wine Tasting among the Secular Carob Trees of Mazara del Vallo: $42
  • Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $53
  • Wine Tasting in an Old Millstone: $54
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $57
  • Hidden Palermo Bike Tour with Organic Wine Tasting: $66
  • Castelbuono Tour and Wine Tasting in a Medieval Abbey: $68


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

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


Which is Bigger, Corralejo or Caltagirone?

Caltagirone has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Corralejo. When comparing the sizes of Corralejo and Caltagirone, 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 Corralejo or Caltagirone?

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 Corralejo or Caltagirone in the Summer?

Both Caltagirone and Corralejo during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Caltagirone for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Corralejo is generally cooler than Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Corralejo average around 23°C (73°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

In Caltagirone, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Corralejo. In the summer, Corralejo often gets less sunshine than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 281 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 325 hours of full sun.

Corralejo usually gets less rain in July than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Corralejo 23°C (73°F) 
    Caltagirone 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Caltagirone in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Corralejo and Caltagirone. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Caltagirone because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Corralejo is a little warmer than Caltagirone in the autumn. The daily temperature in Corralejo averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).

In Corralejo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Corralejo usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during autumn. Corralejo gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Corralejo usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Corralejo 22°C (72°F) 
    Caltagirone 19°C (67°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Caltagirone in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Corralejo as well as Caltagirone. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Caltagirone this time of year.

In the winter, Corralejo is much warmer than Caltagirone. Typically, the winter temperatures in Corralejo in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 10°C (51°F).

In the winter, Corralejo often gets more sunshine than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 153 hours of full sun.

Corralejo usually gets less rain in January than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Corralejo 17°C (63°F) 
    Caltagirone 10°C (51°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Caltagirone in the Spring?

Both Caltagirone and Corralejo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Caltagirone for the natural beauty.

In April, Corralejo is generally a little warmer than Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Corralejo average around 19°C (66°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

It's quite sunny in Caltagirone. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Corralejo. Corralejo usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during spring. Corralejo gets 238 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Corralejo usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Corralejo gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Corralejo 19°C (66°F) 
    Caltagirone 15°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Caltagirone and Corralejo

Corralejo Caltagirone
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 27 mm (1.1 in) 10°C (51°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 18°C (64°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 15°C (58°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 19°C (65°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.5 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 75 mm (2.9 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)


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