Which place is cheaper, Santander 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 Santander?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Santorini or Santander, 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 Santander?
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.
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantorini €250Santander €138
The average daily cost (per person) in Santorini is €250, while the average daily cost in Santander is €138. 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 Santander in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantorini €118Santander €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantorini €236Santander €102
Compare Hotels in Santorini and Santander
Looking for a hotel in Santorini or Santander? 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 Santander Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santorini €35Santander €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santorini
Also for Santorini, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Helicopter Transfer between Mykonos & Santorini: $6,138
- Private Transfers From or To Santorini Ferry Port : $60
- Private Transfers from/to Santorini Port (Athinios) to/from Oia: $108
- Santorini Private Airport Transfer : $29
- Santorini Private Roundtrip Transfer from/to Airport,Port & Hotel: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $290
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $290
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $67
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $48
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $39
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Santorini or Santander?
Prices for flights to both Santander 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 €96Santander €70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santorini €35Santander €18
Tours and Activities in Santorini
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Santorini.
- Magical Santorini Highlights Private Tour: $120
- Ferry Tickets between Santorini and Crete Heraklion: $121
- Santorini Caldera Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar & Sunset Views: $155
- Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour: $177
- Santorini's Story. Insta and TikTok Experience. Private tour : $203
- Santorini Unlocked: Private Tour with Local Guide & Driver: $203
- Private Oia and Ammoudi Sunset Experience: $203
- Private Santorini Sunset Picnic Experience: $203
- Santorini Private Tour for Wine Enthusiasts: $215
- Santorini Shopping Therapy: Style & Tradition Tour: $215
- Private Experience in Santorini with Guide in Spanish: $269
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Barcena Mayor and Carmona Tour from Santander Small Groups: $72
- Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander: $80
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Comillas, Modernism & Gaudi with entrance tickets -small groups: $81
- El Soplao Cave Visit with entrance ticket- small groups: $102
- Exclusive Private tour of the peninsula and the Magdalena Palace.: $266
- Exclusive Tour of Santander with Cathedral and Booty Centre: $239
- From Cantabria Private Tour: $543
- From Gastronomic Tour: $142
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $80
- Gastronomy tour with tastings - small groups: $131
- Guided kayak tour of Santander Bay with a tour guide.: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantorini €25Santander €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Santorini
Also in Santorini, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santorini Highlights Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting option: $90
- Private Wine Tasting-Wine Museum- Snacks: 2, 3 or 4 Wineries: $194
- Private Wine Tour in Santorini - Greece: $203
Sample the Local Flavors in Santander
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Santander:
- Wine Tourism and Cheese in Cantabria: $209
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santorini and Santander, we can see that Santorini is more expensive. And not only is Santander much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santander would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santander 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 Santander.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santorini Expensive? and Is Santander Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santorini or Santander?
Santorini has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Santorini and Santander, 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.