Which place is cheaper, Caen or Funchal?
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 Funchal or Caen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Caen? 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: Funchal or Caen?
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
Caen
Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €116Caen €152
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €116, while the average daily cost in Caen is €152. 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 Funchal and Caen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Caen €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Caen €122
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Caen
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Caen? 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: Funchal Hotel Prices and Caen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Caen €35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hike (Morning slot): $36
- Transfer to Caldeirão Verde Levada Self-Guided Hike Queimadas: $39
- Transfer Sunrise Self-Guided Hike Pico do Arieiro : $39
- Transfer Rabacal 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided: $40
- Transfer Privado e Confiável: Aeroporto → Funchal (ou vice-versa): $21
- Self Guided Transfer to Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve: $36
- Private Transfer from Madeira North area resorts to Madeira Funchal airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $73
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $75
- Private Transfer Madeira Airport: $30
- Minibus Transfer: Madeira Airport - Funchal: $52
- Madeira: PR8 -Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve Transfer: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caen
Also for Caen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tourist transfert from Le Havre to Paris: $576
- Transfer to/from Caen-Carpiquet Airport: $106
- Caen Airport (CFR) to Caen - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
- Caen to Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) - Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Caen - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Caen?
Prices for flights to both Caen and Funchal 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 dayFunchal €54Caen €69
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee€1.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $33
- Madeiran Traditional Dinner: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Caen €19
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Santana Half Day Tour : $179
- Wheelchair Full Day Tour Porto Moniz E Sao Vicente : $208
- Wheelchair Porto Moniz Handicap Tour: $179
- 25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6): $55
- 4x4 Full-Day Tour to Explore Portugal's Scents and Flavors: $69
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $77
- 8-Hour Luxury Cruise from Funchal to Ponta de São Lourenço: $2,173
- Achada do Teixeira to Pico Ruivo in Madeira (PR1.2) - Hiking Tour: $55
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $173
- Agriculture Green Tour : $102
- Amazing East Tour : $36
- Amazing Sunset (Private tour): $262
Tours and Activities in Caen
For Caen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Caen : Private Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $65
- Caen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket: $147
- Memorial Museum Entry Ticket & Optional Audio App: $24
- Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map: $32
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $368
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $195
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $56
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $65
- Discover Caen like never before: guided tours combining history and secrets!: $46
- From Gold Beach to Caen - On the Path to Liberation - guided tour: $183
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Caen €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Portuguese Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $40
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $62
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $63
- Half-Day Wine Tour- Shared: $89
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $93
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $107
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $112
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $119
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $208
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Caen, we can see that Caen is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Caen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Caen than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Caen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Caen?
Caen has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Caen, 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 Funchal or Caen?
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 Funchal or Caen in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Caen. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Caen because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Funchal is generally a little warmer than Caen. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 22°C (72°F), and Caen fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caen this time of the year. In Funchal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Funchal usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Caen during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Caen receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Caen. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Caen receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Caen 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Caen in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Caen. Additionally, the city's sights and attractions are the main draw to Caen this time of year.
Funchal is much warmer than Caen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Caen fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Caen. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caen receives 128 hours of full sun.
Funchal receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Caen. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Caen receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Caen 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Caen in the Winter?
Both Caen and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Caen for the museums and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Caen. In the winter, Funchal is much warmer than Caen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Funchal in January average around 16°C (61°F), and Caen averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Caen during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Caen receives 70 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than Caen. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Caen receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Caen 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Caen in the Spring?
Both Caen and Funchal during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Caen in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Funchal is generally much warmer than Caen. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 17°C (63°F), and Caen fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Caen. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caen receives 171 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Caen. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Caen receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Caen 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Caen and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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