Which place is cheaper, The Hague 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 The Hague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or The Hague? 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 The Hague?
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.
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands.
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Funchal Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €116The Hague €218
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €116, while the average daily cost in The Hague is €218. 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 The Hague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52The Hague €104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104The Hague €208
Compare Hotels in Funchal and The Hague
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or The Hague? 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 The Hague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94The Hague €19
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 The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private direct transfer from The Hague to Arnhem: $292
- Private Tour of Delft and Gouda including Transfer: $262
- Private Tour of The Hague and Gouda including Transfer: $262
- Private Tour of Delft & Rotterdam with Cube House and Transfer: $226
- Private Tour of Delft and The Hague including Transfer: $226
- Private Direct Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $184
- Premium electric Transfer from The Hague to Schiphol Airport : $179
- The Hague to Amsterdam Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $175
- Premium Electric transfer from Delft to Schiphol Airport: $175
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport : $155
- Private Transfer: Amsterdam Airport to The Hague (Den Haag): $121
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or The Hague?
Prices for flights to both The Hague 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 €54The Hague €95
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small-Group Food Tour Scheveningen Beachside in The Hague: $77
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15The Hague €34
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 The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
- Charms of Dutch Heritage Delft Walking Tour: $227
- Dahlia Tour in Voorhout: $11
- Delft 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.57
- Delft Exploration Game and Tour: The Blue's Clues: $7.13
- Delft Family Delights Private Walking Tour: $232
- Delft Private Walking Tour: $238
- Discover Delft with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $30
- Discover Delft's Golden Age: A Self-Guided Tour: $12
- Drive it yourself electric Dune and Beach GPS audio tour: $106
- Drive it yourself electric Dutch Countryside GPS audio tour: $106
- Dutch Food and Drink Tour in Delft: $286
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16The Hague €30
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 The Hague, we can see that The Hague 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 The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague 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 The Hague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or The Hague?
The Hague has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and The Hague, 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 The Hague?
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 The Hague in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and The Hague. Also, many travelers come to The Hague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Funchal is generally a little warmer than The Hague. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 22°C (72°F), and The Hague fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in The Hague this time of the year. In Funchal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Funchal usually receives more sunshine than The Hague during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while The Hague receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than The Hague. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)The Hague 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Funchal or The Hague in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Funchal as well as The Hague. Also, many visitors come to The Hague in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Funchal is much warmer than The Hague in the autumn. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and The Hague fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than The Hague. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while The Hague receives 105 hours of full sun.
Funchal receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than The Hague. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)The Hague 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Funchal or The Hague in the Winter?
Both The Hague and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to The Hague for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
The Hague can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Funchal is much warmer than The Hague. Typically, the winter temperatures in Funchal in January average around 16°C (61°F), and The Hague averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than The Hague during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while The Hague receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than The Hague. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)The Hague 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Funchal or The Hague in the Spring?
Both The Hague and Funchal during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to The Hague because of the activities around the city.
In April, Funchal is generally much warmer than The Hague. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 17°C (63°F), and The Hague fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets more sunshine than The Hague. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while The Hague receives 158 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than The Hague. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)The Hague 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for The Hague and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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