A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mombasa vs. Aveiro for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mombasa or Aveiro?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mombasa and Aveiro. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Mombasa or Aveiro?

Mombasa

Mombasa is a beautiful, large city on the eastern coast of Kenya, bordering the Indian Ocean. The city is famous for its stunning beaches, friendly locals, and diverse marine life. Mombasa experiences a tropical climate year round, meaning temperatures rarely drop below 70° Fahrenheit. The rainiest months of the year are April and May and the driest months are January and February. Temperatures tend to be more mild from May through October, usually in the 70's and 80's. Temperatures get much warmer from November through April, with daily averages reaching the high 90's.

Aveiro

Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.

While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.

Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Aveiro, we can see that Aveiro is more expensive. And not only is Mombasa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mombasa is in Africa and Aveiro is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Mombasa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mombasa 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 Aveiro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aveiro than you might in Mombasa.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mombasa Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Aveiro?

Mombasa has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa and Aveiro, 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 Mombasa or Aveiro?

Aveiro has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Mombasa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Mombasa or Aveiro in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mombasa and Aveiro. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mombasa year-round.

In the summer, Mombasa is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mombasa in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Aveiro averages at about 21°C (69°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In Mombasa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mombasa usually receives less sunshine than Aveiro during summer. Mombasa gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Mombasa usually receives more rain than Aveiro. Mombasa gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Mombasa or Aveiro in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Mombasa as well as Aveiro. Mombasa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Mombasa is generally much warmer than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 26°C (79°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mombasa this time of the year. In the autumn, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Mombasa gets 291 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Mombasa receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Mombasa usually gets less rain in October than Aveiro. Mombasa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Mombasa or Aveiro in the Winter?

Both Aveiro and Mombasa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mombasa throughout the year.

Mombasa is much warmer than Aveiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during winter. Mombasa gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In January, Mombasa usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Mombasa gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Mombasa or Aveiro in the Spring?

Both Aveiro and Mombasa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mombasa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the spring, Mombasa is much warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mombasa in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Aveiro averages at about 14°C (56°F).

In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mombasa. In the spring, Mombasa often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro. Mombasa gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun.

Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually gets more rain in April than Aveiro. Mombasa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Aveiro and Mombasa