Greece and Spain both offer beach holidays, cities, islands and cultural trips, but the cost can change dramatically depending on exactly where and when you travel.
Comparing countries as a whole is less useful than comparing similar destinations and the same travel dates.
Plan your budget
How much will your trip cost?
Build a personalised estimate for flights, accommodation, food, transport, activities and other major travel costs.
Calculate My Trip →How much should you budget?
Flights, accommodation and destination choice will usually decide which option is cheaper for your particular trip.
Your final cost will depend on travel dates, booking time, accommodation standard and the experiences you choose. Treat estimated figures as a planning guide and compare live prices before booking.
Accommodation costs
Popular Greek islands and major Spanish tourist centres can both command high peak-season rates, while less famous locations may offer much better value.
Location can make a major difference, so compare the total value of staying centrally with the cost of travelling in from cheaper areas.
Food and drink
Both countries offer ways to eat economically as well as premium waterfront and tourist-area dining.
A useful approach is to mix inexpensive everyday meals with a smaller number of restaurants or experiences you particularly want to try.
Getting around
Consider whether your itinerary needs ferries, domestic flights or car hire, because these can change the comparison considerably.
Remember to include airport transfers and any longer journeys or day trips rather than budgeting only for short local transport.
Activities and experiences
Beaches and historic areas can provide low-cost days, while boat trips, organised tours and major attractions add to spending.
List your must-do experiences before travelling so that attraction and tour costs do not become an unexpected addition to your budget.
How to keep the trip cost down
Compare equivalent destinations on the same dates and include transfers and local transport rather than choosing based on flight price alone.
You can also use the Mystique Getaways travel cost calculator to create a starting estimate for your own route, trip length and travel style.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning your trip
Is this destination expensive?
It can suit different budgets, but the biggest variables are usually flights, accommodation, season and travel style. Planning those costs first gives you a much clearer idea of the total trip price.
How much spending money should I take?
That depends on what you have already paid for. Build a daily allowance for food, local transport and activities, then add a buffer for optional purchases and unexpected costs.
How can I get better value?
Compare dates, accommodation areas and transport options before booking. Shoulder periods can sometimes offer a better balance of price, weather and crowds than peak dates.