Which place is cheaper, Andalusia or Sicily?
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 Sicily or Andalusia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sicily or Andalusia, 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: Sicily or Andalusia?
Sicily
If Italy is a boot, then Sicily is the football about to be kicked. This large island is separated from mainland Italy by the Straits of Messina. It has a dynamic and rich cultural history that is a mix of many different invading forces over the course of history, each leaving its own mark on Sicily's art, cuisine, and language. Various archeological areas can be found throughout the island and many are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sicilians have their own language, although most speak Italian and many learn English in school.
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.
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Sicily Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySicily €123Andalusia €326
The average daily cost (per person) in Sicily is €123, while the average daily cost in Andalusia is €326. 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 Sicily and Andalusia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSicily €59Andalusia €137
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSicily €118Andalusia €274
Compare Hotels in Sicily and Andalusia
Looking for a hotel in Sicily or Andalusia? 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: Sicily Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sicily €13Andalusia €36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Las Chapas: $295
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Pizarra: $286
- Cancelada to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Transfer: $286
- Seville to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Transfer: $286
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Malaga Airport (AGP): $286
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Algarrobo : $283
- Private Transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Mezquitilla: $283
- Seville Airport (SVQ) to Malaga Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $282
- Malaga to Seville Airport (SVQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $282
- Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes minivan: $239
- Private Transfer from Motril to Malaga (AGP) airport : $229
- Private transfer from/to Seville to/from Cordoba with Hotel pick up & drop off: $227
Is it cheaper to fly into Sicily or Andalusia?
Prices for flights to both Andalusia and Sicily 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 daySicily €55Andalusia €141
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flamenco Show Tablao La Cantaora Sevilla (Optional Dinner): $42
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $45
- Paella Showcooking Experience: $48
- Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas : $56
- Best Food Tour in Seville: $66
- Malaga Atarazanas Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $71
- Dinner and Show at Alegría Flamenco & Restaurant in Malaga: $72
- The Granada Morning Food Tour: $76
- The Seville Morning Food Tour by Food Lover Tour: $76
- Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $80
- Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $81
- Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour in Sevilla: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sicily €12Andalusia €35
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Alcazar and Cathedral Combo Tour: $68
- Guided Tour of the Jewish Quarter of Córdoba: $14
- Guided tour of Tangier from the Costa del Sol: $185
- Malaga Coffee and City Tour with Real Spanish Tapas: $90
- Royal Guided Tour Alcazar of Seville Entrance with Official Guide : $48
- Seville Tour with Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda from Granada: $251
- Seville’s Plaza de España: A Self-Guided Tour: $7.99
- Spritz Tasting Experience: $24
- Ultimate Seville Tapas, Wine & History Small Group Tour: $80
- Úbeda Monumental - Guided tour with interiors: $22
- Úbeda-Baeza historical tour with Water Synagogue : $42
- "Las Dueñas" Palace ticket + Audioguide: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySicily €14Andalusia €51
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
- Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry: $19
- Visit the Oldest Winery of Malaga and Wine Tasting: $23
- Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting: $26
- Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery: $26
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $29
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in Spanish: $36
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in English: $36
- Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier: $54
- Ronda Wine Tasting with Tapas in a Scenic Vineyard: $66
- Granada Tapas and wine tour!: $81
- Wine Tasting in the Center of Seville with Pairing: $82
- Seville's Triana Neighborhood Tapas & Wine Tour: $94
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sicily and Andalusia, we can see that Andalusia is more expensive. And not only is Sicily much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sicily would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sicily 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 Andalusia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Andalusia than you might in Sicily.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sicily Expensive? and Is Andalusia Expensive?.
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.