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

Should you visit Corralejo or Podgorica?

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

Should I visit Corralejo or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica?

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.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Corralejo?

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 Corralejo is €177, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €134. 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 Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Corralejo 67
    Podgorica 46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Corralejo 134
    Podgorica 92
Compare Hotels in Corralejo and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Corralejo or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica


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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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Corralejo 56
    Podgorica 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Kotor: $161
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $119
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $90
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $82
  • Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $128
  • Private transfer from Airport Podgorica and city to Kotor: $147
  • Private Transfer: TGD Airport to Podgorica in Business Car: $47
  • Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport by Business Car: $52
  • Private Transfer: Podgorica to Podgorica Airport TGD in Van: $58
  • Private Transfer: Podgorica to Podgorica Airport TGD in Sedan Car: $39
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Downtown to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $43
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $177

Is it cheaper to fly into Corralejo or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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
    Podgorica 70

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Corralejo 27
    Podgorica 21

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 Podgorica

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:

  • Skip the Line Tickets: National Park Biogradska Gora: $8.35
  • 2 Hours Guided - Group Nature Tour (taste local wine on tour): $18
  • ALBANIA tour - Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra: $143
  • ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $214
  • Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $203
  • Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $39
  • Durmitor - Black Lake & Tara River Canyon - North Montenegro tour: $245
  • Durmitor National Park, Northern Fairy Tail -private tour from Podgorica: $219
  • Durmitor mountain - Glacial lakes - Montenegro hiking tours: $227
  • Explore Skadar Lake in Private 2 hour Boat Cruise: $119
  • Family Adventures in A Journey of Discovery: $115
  • Fantastic ATV Quad Adventure in mountain ofKolašin : $118

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Corralejo 7.86
    Podgorica 20

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 Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Skadar Lake Private Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
  • Pub Crawl with Welcome Shots: $70
  • E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting & Waterfalls: $81
  • Book Your Wine Tour: $100
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $106
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $116
  • Wine tour- Family winery visit, food tasting & Skadar Lake boat cruise: $177
  • Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $179
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $233
  • SOUL HEALING Wine Tour Montenegro - BEST PRIVATE TOUR : $233
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $325


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corralejo and Podgorica, we can see that Corralejo is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Podgorica.

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


Which is Bigger, Corralejo or Podgorica?

Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Corralejo. When comparing the sizes of Corralejo and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?

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 Podgorica in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Corralejo as well as Podgorica.

Corralejo is cooler than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Corralejo averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Corralejo this time of the year. In the summer, Corralejo often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 281 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.

Corralejo usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Corralejo 23°C (73°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Podgorica in the Autumn?

Both Podgorica and Corralejo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

In the autumn, Corralejo is a little warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Corralejo in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Corralejo. Corralejo usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Corralejo gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In October, Corralejo usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Corralejo 22°C (72°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Podgorica in the Winter?

Both Podgorica and Corralejo during the winter are popular places to visit.

In January, Corralejo is generally much warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Corralejo average around 17°C (63°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Corralejo often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.

Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Corralejo usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Corralejo 17°C (63°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Corralejo or Podgorica in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Corralejo and Podgorica.

Corralejo is a little warmer than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Corralejo averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

In Corralejo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Corralejo usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Corralejo gets 238 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.

Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Corralejo usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Corralejo gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Corralejo 19°C (66°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Corralejo

Corralejo Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 27 mm (1.1 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar 18°C (64°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)