Which place is cheaper, Vigo or Kos?
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 Kos or Vigo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Vigo can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Kos or Vigo?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Vigo
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €165Vigo €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €165, while the average daily cost in Vigo is €125. 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 Kos and Vigo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Vigo €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Vigo €86
Compare Hotels in Kos and Vigo
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Vigo? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Vigo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Vigo €37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $26
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $26
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $27
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $29
- Private Transfer from Kos Resorts to Kos Airport: $33
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $33
- A Day's 3-Island Cruise Tour with Transfer: $54
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $60
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $65
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $66
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $68
- Arrival transfer from Kos Airport : $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $206
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Vigo?
Prices for flights to both Vigo and Kos 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 dayKos €75Vigo €61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $65
- Kos Greek Night with Transfer Dinner and Unlimited Wine: $66
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $67
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $88
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $111
- Kos 4x4 Sunset Adventure with dinner: $113
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $178
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Vigo €10
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $23
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $24
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $29
- 3-Island Cruise with Lunch, Swimming and Audio Guide: $29
- Kos : 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch on Captain Hook: $29
- Zia Village Sunset Tour with Hotel Pickup: $29
- From 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide: $29
- The Santa Maria 3 Island Cruise in the Aegean w/ Free Audio Guide: $30
- Barco De Pirata Cruise at 3 Islands in Greece : $30
- 3 Island Cruise Tour in Kos Island with Personalized Audio Guide: $31
- From Kos:A full day cruise in the newest luxury vessel!: $35
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- Celta Vigo Abanca Balaídos Stadium Tour: $26
- Discover Vigo Historical and Cultural Private Walking Tour: $56
- Discover Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $24
- Excursion from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela - Cruise-ship passengers only: $82
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from Vigo for Cruisers Only: $82
- Guided Group Walking Tour for Cruise Ship Passengers: $30
- Guided Walking Tour for Cruise Ship Passengers: $30
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $21
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $25
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.12
- Private Tour in Ourense: $89
- Private Vigo experience: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Vigo €5.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Sip and Savor Boutique Wine Tasting Experience: $66
- Guided Tour of Kos Town Asclepeion and Zia with Wine Tasting: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Vigo, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos than you might in Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Vigo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Vigo?
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kos. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Vigo, 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.