Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Ios?
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 Ios or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ios or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Ios or Fuerteventura Island?
Ios
Ios is an island in the south of Greece, located in the Cyclades group of islands in the Mediterranean Sea. It is a peaceful beach getaway by day, and a lively party scene by night. While its main town is the hub for nightlife, it is also a charming place during the day, typical of a traditional Greek village with shops and cafes against a backdrop of whitewashed buildings and turquoise waters.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, The Best 3-Day Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Ios Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIos €115Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Ios is €115, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Ios and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIos €39Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIos €78Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Ios and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Ios or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Ios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ios €16Fuerteventura Island €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ios
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ios:
- 1-Way Private Helicopter Transfer to the Greek Islands: $3,302
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Ios or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Ios 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 dayIos €57Fuerteventura Island €57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ios
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ios.
- Full Haros Family Cooking Experience: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ios €26Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Ios
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ios are as follows:
- 5 -6 Hour Full Heritage & Flavor Tour: $143
- Culture & Taste Tour: $108
- Half Day Private Tour on Ios Island: $298
- History & Myth Tour: $107
- Ios Island Trekking Tours: Discover Ios Unexplored: $36
- 4-Hour Cruise of the Best Beaches: $79
- Private Orienteering Experience in Mylopotas: $179
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ferry to Isla de Lobos: round-trip tickets from Corralejo: $22
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with free wifi: $24
- Corralejo La Oliva Bus Coach Tour Costa Calm: $30
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $44
- Fuerteventura Cocktail Experience: $47
- Dolphin Tours in Fuerteventura: $54
- Surf Experience in Corralejo: $54
- Surf Experience in Cotillo: $54
- Fat Electric Bike Tour in Costa Calma: $58
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $59
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $62
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIos €33Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Ios
Also in Ios, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl in Cyclades: $42
- Bar Crawl Ios Ticket in Cyclades: $42
- Cheese and Wine Tasting (Guided Tour INCLUDED): $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard tour with wine tasting and local products: $42
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ios and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Fuerteventura Island is more expensive. And not only is Ios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ios 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 Fuerteventura Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fuerteventura Island than you might in Ios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ios Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive?.
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.