Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Oviedo?
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 Oviedo or Kotor?
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 Oviedo and Kotor. 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: Oviedo or Kotor?
Oviedo
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOviedo €134Kotor €131
The average daily cost (per person) in Oviedo is €134, while the average daily cost in Kotor is €131. 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 Oviedo and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOviedo €53Kotor €49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOviedo €106Kotor €98
Compare Hotels in Oviedo and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Oviedo or Kotor? 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: Oviedo Hotel Prices and Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oviedo €20Kotor €9.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oviedo
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $109
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Speedboat Tour or Transfer with Custom Options: $293
- Transfer Portonovi / Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Old Town: $274
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): $242
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $227
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Ulcinj: $211
- Old Town Budva and Kotor Guided Tour with Transfers: $176
- Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to One&Only One-Way Transfer: $166
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Tivat Airport (TIV): $162
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Herceg Novi: $162
- Private transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik airport: $155
- Airport Transfer Tivat/Porto Montenegro to Portonovi /Herceg Novi: $155
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi, Meljine or Igalo to Tivat airport: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Oviedo or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Oviedo 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 dayOviedo €66Kotor €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oviedo
For Oviedo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oviedo Food Tour with Sidra and Wine Experience Small Group: $114
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Handmade Pasta Cooking Class with Italian Chef in Montenegro: $54
- 3 Hour Kotor Food Tour - Rick Steves' Recommended: $167
- 3H Food Tour: $176
- Old Town Walking Tour and Cooking Class: $176
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $222
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $247
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $334
- Private City Tour and Cooking Class: $363
- City, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks and Cooking Class: $385
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oviedo €19Kotor €8.32
Tours and Activities in Oviedo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $5.13
- Historical Tour on the Origin of Oviedo: $11
- Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo: $12
- Tour of the historic center of Oviedo: $12
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $12
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $12
- Tour de la Revolución de 1934: $14
- Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $14
- Oviedo Civil War Tour: $14
- 1934 Revolution Tour of Oviedo: $14
- Guided tour to the Cathedral with tickets included: $18
- Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $18
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3hr Blue Cave, Submarine Tunnel, and Lady of the Rocks Tour: $48
- Gourmet Sailing Day Adventure: $149
- Old Kotor ,Charming Perast & Our Lady of the Rocks Private tour : $101
- 1-Day Montenegro Hiking Tour to Durmitor National Park : $130
- 2025 Blue Cave Speedboat Tour from Kotor: $38
- 2025 Private Blue Cave Guided Speedboat adventure Tour from Kotor: $298
- 3 Hours Blue Cave Tour in Montenegro: $48
- 3-Hour Private Blue Cave Tour: $243
- 4 Hours Blue Cave Tour and Gastronomic Journey in Boka Bay: $82
- 7 hr private tour Perast, Kotor Bay & Blue Cave, lunch break: $701
- Adriatic Jewels Tour: Saint Stefan – Budva - Tivat : $267
- Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum : $216
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOviedo €16Kotor €8.51
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Kotor : Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $117
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $468
When comparing the travel costs between Oviedo and Kotor, we can see that Oviedo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oviedo Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oviedo or Kotor?
Oviedo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Oviedo and Kotor, 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 Oviedo or Kotor?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Oviedo or Kotor in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Oviedo as well as Kotor. Also, many visitors come to Kotor in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Oviedo is cooler than Kotor in the summer. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Kotor fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kotor. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oviedo this time of the year. In the summer, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Oviedo gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 341 hours of full sun.
Oviedo usually gets less rain in July than Kotor. Oviedo gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOviedo 19°C (65°F)Kotor 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Kotor in the Autumn?
Both Kotor and Oviedo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Kotor for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Oviedo is around the same temperature as Kotor. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Oviedo in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Kotor averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Kotor. Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during autumn. Oviedo gets 138 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kotor. In October, Oviedo usually receives less rain than Kotor. Oviedo gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOviedo 16°C (60°F)Kotor 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Kotor in the Winter?
Both Kotor and Oviedo during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Kotor because of the cuisine.
In January, Oviedo is generally much warmer than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Oviedo average around 10°C (49°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Oviedo gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 121 hours of full sun.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Oviedo. Oviedo usually gets less rain in January than Kotor. Oviedo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOviedo 10°C (49°F)Kotor 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Kotor in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Oviedo and Kotor. Furthermore, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
Oviedo is cooler than Kotor in the spring. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Kotor fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during spring. Oviedo gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Oviedo usually receives less rain than Kotor. Oviedo gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOviedo 11°C (53°F)Kotor 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kotor and Oviedo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
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