Which place is cheaper, Pontevedra or Santorini?
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 Santorini or Pontevedra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Santorini or Pontevedra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Santorini or Pontevedra?
Santorini
Santorini is a volcanic island that is part of the Cyclades group of the Greek Islands. It has some spectacular views, beautiful sunsets, and excellent beaches. As one of the most popular of the Greek Islands to visit, Santorini sees many tourists every year. However, it's for a good reason, as the famous white-washed buildings that spill down the hill, some with blue domes that match the gorgeous color of the water, are set against the beautiful mountainous backdrop of one of the most scenic areas of the Mediterranean. Home to several of these small and scenic towns such as Oia, Kamari, Perissa, and Fira, visitors can explore the large island, enjoy delicious food, swim at the beaches, hike the hills, and sail the blue waters.
Pontevedra
An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantorini €250Pontevedra €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Santorini is €250, while the average daily cost in Pontevedra is €151. 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 Santorini and Pontevedra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantorini €118Pontevedra €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantorini €236Pontevedra €122
Compare Hotels in Santorini and Pontevedra
Looking for a hotel in Santorini or Pontevedra? 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: Santorini Hotel Prices and Pontevedra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santorini €35Pontevedra €23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santorini
Also for Santorini, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ~ Airport Transfer to all destinations ~: $22
- VIP taxi transfer : $30
- VIP Limo Transfers From & To Santorini Port: $90
- VIP Limo Transfers From & To Santorini Airport: $36
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Santorini HTL-APT(JTR): $32
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Santorini APT-HTL(JTR): $31
- Transfer From or To Santorini Airport Designed By You: $16
- TRANSFERS Santorini PRIVATE Transfer: $33
- Shuttle Transfers From Santorini Port: $23
- Shared Transfer : $30
- Shared Departure Transfer: Santorini Hotel to Airport or Cruise Port: $24
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Santorini Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Santorini or Pontevedra?
Prices for flights to both Pontevedra and Santorini 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 daySantorini €96Pontevedra €73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santorini
For Santorini, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Greek Night live Music & Dinner Show in Santorini: $60
- Santorini Cooking Class with Wine Tasting: $94
- The Aegean Cooking Class: $119
- Santorini Flavors, a Cooking Class in a Dreamy Setting: $131
- Cooking Class in Traditional cave house in Santorini!: $131
- Santorini Sunset Sailing Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers: $143
- Santorini Food Tour: Fira Half-Day Small-Group Tour with Tastings: $149
- Luxury Santorini Sunset Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers: $155
- Authentic Santorini Cooking Class Experience: $179
- Santorini : Cooking Class & Easy Hike: $185
- Traditional Kouzina Santorini Cooking Experience: $185
- Santorini Private Wine Tasting with Dinner at Venetsanos Winery : $203
Typical Food Prices in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for 2€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Galician Cooking Class with Chef Instructor: $176
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santorini €35Pontevedra €19
Tours and Activities in Santorini
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Santorini.
- Santorini 6 Hour Private Custom Tour : $167
- Santorini Private HIGHLIGHTS TOUR: $48
- Stress-Free Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Highlights Tour: $215
- Top Santorini Attractions Private Custom Tour: $188
- 2-hour Private Wooden E-Bike Tour in Emporio Castle, Santorini: $84
- 4 Hour Private Tour Experience in Santorini: $227
- 4 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour in Santorini: $143
- 4 hrs PRIVATE island tour and photos, Oia and Blue domes : $149
- 4h private tour of Santorini's sights: $239
- 5 Hour Mini-Group Santorini Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers: $87
- 5 Hour Santorini Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers: $82
- 5 Hour Semi Private Catamaran Tour in Santorini with Lunch: $161
Tours and Activities in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- NEW!! Private Walking Tour with local guide: $71
- "El Mar Escondido" Gastronomic Experience: $195
- "El Mar va de Calle" Gastronomic Experience: $95
- "Forgotten Flavors" Gastronomic Experience: $136
- "Los Arroces del Mar" Gastronomic Experience: $71
- "Un Mar de Tapas" Gastronomic Experience: $95
- A Bridge to the Past - A Private Tour: $59
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $95
- Walking Tour and Galician Food Tasting: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantorini €25Pontevedra €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Santorini
Also in Santorini, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half Day Simply Santorini Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Santorini Highlights Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting option: $90
- Wine tasting and Carving lesson in Santorini: $90
- Visit to a Wine Museum and Wine Tasting in Santorini : $92
- Art and Wine Tour in a Historic Santorini Winery: $96
- Premium Wine Tasting with Caldera Views: $106
- Santorini Wine Tour with sunset in Oia: $131
- Santorini Private Tailor Made Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $155
- Santorini Private Wine Tasting Tour in two or three Wineries : $161
- Santorini 3-Winery Tour with 12 Wine Tastings and Oia Sunset: $179
- Half-Day Virtual Reality Tour and Wine Tasting: $179
- Small Group Local Wine Tasting Tour In Santorini : $179
Sample the Local Flavors in Pontevedra
Also in Pontevedra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santorini and Pontevedra, we can see that Santorini is more expensive. And not only is Pontevedra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pontevedra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pontevedra 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 Santorini would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santorini than you might in Pontevedra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santorini Expensive? and Is Pontevedra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santorini or Pontevedra?
Santorini has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Pontevedra. When comparing the sizes of Santorini and Pontevedra, 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.