Which place is cheaper, Santander or Honfleur?
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 Honfleur or Santander?
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 Honfleur and Santander can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Honfleur or Santander?
Honfleur
Honfleur is a commune in the Calvados Department in northwestern France. It is located on the southern bank of the Seine estuary across from le Havre and very close to the Pont de Normandie exit. Honfleur is the most picturesque of the Cote Fleurie's seaside towns. The cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques in the old timber houses. It is especially known for its old, beautiful port, characterized by its houses with slate-covered frontages, painted many times by artists, including in particular Gustave Courbet, Eugene Boudin, Claude Monet and Johan Jongkind, forming the ecole de Honfleur (Honfleur school) which contributed to the appearance of the Impressionist movement. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact-especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades.
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHonfleur €190Santander €138
The average daily cost (per person) in Honfleur is €190, while the average daily cost in Santander is €138. 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 Honfleur and Santander in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHonfleur €70Santander €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHonfleur €140Santander €102
Compare Hotels in Honfleur and Santander
Looking for a hotel in Honfleur or Santander? 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: Honfleur Hotel Prices and Santander Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Honfleur €30Santander €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Honfleur
Also for Honfleur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Paris On Your Own from Le Havre Port with Round Trip Bus Transfer: $154
- Paris: Hassle-Free Round-Trip Transfer for Cruisers in Le Havre: $154
- Round trip transfer from Le Havre or Honfleur to Etretat: $141
- Round-trip shuttle transfer between Le Havre and Honfleur: $141
- Round-trip shuttle transfer from Le Havre to Deauville: $179
- Transfer Round Trip Between The Cruise And The Centre Of Le Havre: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $67
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $39
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $290
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $290
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Honfleur or Santander?
Prices for flights to both Santander and Honfleur 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 dayHonfleur €100Santander €70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Honfleur
For Honfleur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- A Taste of Normandy Honfleur Market Food Tour: $78
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Honfleur €19Santander €18
Tours and Activities in Honfleur
For Honfleur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Honfleur City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $8.35
- Le Havre City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- Le Havre Private Walking Tour with a Local: $57
- Honfleur's Landmarks & Gems E-Bike Tour: $71
- Honfleur's Landmarks & Gems E-Bike Tour: $76
- Private tour: visit Deauville in a sidecar: $84
- Deluxe Paris Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Seine Cruise: $85
- Best Paris Tour from Le Havre Port with Seine River Cruise: $90
- Paris Full Day Journey from Le Havre Cruise Port & Seine Cruise: $93
- Best Paris Tour from Le Havre with Notre-Dame and River Cruise: $93
- Full Day Paris Shore Excursion from Le Havre with River Cruise: $94
- D-Day Beaches Shore Tour from Honfleur Port with Packed Lunch: $94
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Barcena Mayor and Carmona Tour from Santander Small Groups: $72
- Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander: $80
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Comillas, Modernism & Gaudi with entrance tickets -small groups: $81
- El Soplao Cave Visit with entrance ticket- small groups: $102
- Exclusive Private tour of the peninsula and the Magdalena Palace.: $266
- Exclusive Tour of Santander with Cathedral and Booty Centre: $239
- From Cantabria Private Tour: $543
- From Gastronomic Tour: $142
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $80
- Gastronomy tour with tastings - small groups: $131
- Guided kayak tour of Santander Bay with a tour guide.: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHonfleur €23Santander €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Santander
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Santander:
- Wine Tourism and Cheese in Cantabria: $209
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Honfleur and Santander, we can see that Honfleur is more expensive. And not only is Santander much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santander would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santander 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 Honfleur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Honfleur than you might in Santander.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Honfleur Expensive? and Is Santander Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Honfleur or Santander?
Santander has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Honfleur. When comparing the sizes of Honfleur and Santander, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.