Which place is cheaper, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Portimao?
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 Portimao or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
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 Portimao and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 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: Portimao or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Portimao
The second biggest city in the Alrgarve region of Portugal, Portimao sits on the coast where the Arade River meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is renowned for its fresh fish restaurants and is also a popular destination for beachgoers at the Praia da Rocha to the south of the city.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPortimao €185Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €156
The average daily cost (per person) in Portimao is €185, while the average daily cost in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156. 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 Portimao and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPortimao €78Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPortimao €156Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €136
Compare Hotels in Portimao and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Looking for a hotel in Portimao or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? 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: Portimao Hotel Prices and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Portimao €37Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portimao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portimao:
- Private Transfer from Algoz to Faro (FAO) Airport: $134
- Private Transfer from Alvor to Faro (FAO) Airport: $138
- Private Transfer from Alvor to Faro Airport (1-4 pax): $144
- Private Transfer from Armaçao de Pera to Faro (FAO) Airport: $125
- Private Transfer from Carvoeiro to Faro (FAO) Airport: $110
- Private Transfer from Estombar to Faro (FAO) Airport: $159
- Private Transfer from Ferragudo to Faro (FAO) Airport: $125
- Private Transfer from Guia to Faro (FAO) Airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Hotel Carvoeiro to Faro (FAO) Airport: $110
- Private Transfer from Josper Grill Steakhouse Dry Aged to Faro (FAO) Airport: $143
- Transfer From Portimão Algarve To Lisboa: $299
Is it cheaper to fly into Portimao or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Prices for flights to both Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Portimao 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 dayPortimao €78Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portimao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portimao.
- Authentic Market & Food Tour in Portimão, Algarve: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Portimao €41Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €16
Tours and Activities in Portimao
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portimao are as follows:
- Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans - 2 Hours From Portimão: $21
- Kayak Tour around Benagil to see Sunset or Sunrise: $22
- Self Guided Puzzle Adventure in Portimao: $23
- Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise: $24
- Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour: $24
- Portimão: Benagil Caves Speedboat Tour: $24
- Express Tour - Benagil Cave: $24
- Benagil Boat Tour with Local Guide : $25
- Kayak Tour with local guide in Benagil: $27
- Benagil Cave Kayak Self-Guided Tour: $30
- Private Polynesian and Hawaiian Canoe Adventure through the Algarve: $30
- Benagil & Marinha - Costal Adventure: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPortimao €30Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €7.48
Sample the Local Flavors in Portimao
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Portimao:
- Lagos, Portimão & Carvoeiro: Wine Tasting, Tapas & Music Tour: $66
- Vilamoura, Albufeira & Porches: Wine Tasting, Tapas & Music Tour: $66
- Algarve Wine Tour of Two Wine Estates: $84
- Sunset with Wine Tasting: $96
- Algarve wine tour and lunch in Silves or time to visit the city: $123
- Algarve wine tour and farmer's lunch at wine estate: $200
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Portimao and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we can see that Portimao is more expensive. And not only is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 Portimao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Portimao than you might in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Portimao Expensive? and Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Portimao or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Portimao. When comparing the sizes of Portimao and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 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.