# Algarve vs Greece wedding: which fits your plans?

Source: https://www.lovebirdsweddings.com/compare/algarve-vs-greece/

An Algarve vs Greece wedding needs a named Greek town or island before you compare it with the Algarve. LAW: Chania publishes a civil-marriage route for foreign residents abroad, while Portugal has its national registry process.[2](https://www.chania.gr/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/57/44617/civil_marriages_documents_for_foreigners_of_abroad_no5_%28en%29.pdf)[1](https://irn.justica.gov.pt/Servicos/Cidadao/Casamento/Organizar-o-casamento) Athens' June average high is 31.6°C, but that city figure should not be applied to every Greek island.[5](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446)

Last updated 2026-11-12 · By Mia

| Planning question | Algarve | Greek example |
|---|---|---|
| Civil route | LAW: Portuguese registry process[1](https://irn.justica.gov.pt/Servicos/Cidadao/Casamento/Organizar-o-casamento) | LAW: Chania's foreign visitor checklist[2](https://www.chania.gr/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/57/44617/civil_marriages_documents_for_foreigners_of_abroad_no5_%28en%29.pdf) |
| London flight | Gatwick–Faro: about 3 hours[8](https://www.jet2.com/en/flights/portugal/faro) | London–Athens: about 3 hours 35 minutes[7](https://www.britishairways.com/content/flights/greece/athens) |
| June high | Faro: 26.8°C, 1991–2020[3](https://www.ipma.pt/bin/file.data/climate-normal/cn_91-20_FARO.pdf) | Athens Observatory: 31.6°C, 1991–2020[5](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446) |
| September high | Faro: 26.4°C, 1991–2020[4](https://www.ipma.pt/bin/file.data/climate-normal/cn_91-20_FARO.pdf) | Athens Observatory: 29.6°C, 1991–2020[6](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446) |
| Wedding total | Obtain a complete proposal | Obtain an equivalent local proposal |

## Questions and answers

### Can visitors investigate a legal wedding in Greece?

LAW: Chania publishes a civil-marriage checklist specifically for foreign nationals who live abroad.[2](https://www.chania.gr/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/57/44617/civil_marriages_documents_for_foreigners_of_abroad_no5_%28en%29.pdf) ADVICE: confirm the process with your chosen municipality rather than treating one local checklist as universal.

### Can same-sex couples marry legally in Greece?

LAW: Law 5089/2024 extended civil marriage to same-sex couples.[12](https://www.ypes.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/nomos5089-20240223.pdf) ADVICE: confirm document acceptance and the available ceremony appointment directly with the relevant municipality.

### Does the Athens weather comparison apply to an island wedding?

No: the cited data come from the National Observatory's Athens historical station.[5](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446)[6](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446) Use a local reference and the venue's actual backup arrangements for an island decision.

### Does the Algarve budget range cover the same services in every offer?

No. The Cost Index range combines package-total or starting-price records with different services and validity; VAT is unconfirmed in this guest band.[10](/cost-index/) Compare the complete inclusions and payable total for your date before judging value.

## Sources

1. [IRN: organizar o casamento](https://irn.justica.gov.pt/Servicos/Cidadao/Casamento/Organizar-o-casamento) — accessed 2026-11-12.
2. [Municipality of Chania: civil marriage for foreigners residing abroad](https://www.chania.gr/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/57/44617/civil_marriages_documents_for_foreigners_of_abroad_no5_%28en%29.pdf) — accessed 2026-11-12.
3. [IPMA: Faro climate normal](https://www.ipma.pt/bin/file.data/climate-normal/cn_91-20_FARO.pdf) — accessed 2026-11-12.
4. [IPMA: Faro climate normal](https://www.ipma.pt/bin/file.data/climate-normal/cn_91-20_FARO.pdf) — accessed 2026-11-12.
5. [National Observatory of Athens: Athens, National Observatory historical station climate normal](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446) — accessed 2026-11-12.
6. [National Observatory of Athens: Athens, National Observatory historical station climate normal](https://magazine.noa.gr/archives/4446) — accessed 2026-11-12.
7. [British Airways: flights to Athens (ATH)](https://www.britishairways.com/content/flights/greece/athens) — accessed 2026-11-12.
8. [Jet2: London Gatwick–Faro](https://www.jet2.com/en/flights/portugal/faro) — accessed 2026-11-12.
9. [Aer Lingus: flights to Athens (ATH)](https://www.aerlingus.com/en-ie/flights-from-dublin-to-athens) — accessed 2026-11-12.
10. [Algarve Wedding Cost Index 2027](/cost-index/) — accessed 2026-11-12.
11. [Vila Alba Resort — Welcome Cocktail (Canapés + Drinks) tiers 2027](https://www.vilaalbaresort.com/media/pdfs/kit-casamentos-2027.pdf) — accessed 2026-11-12.
12. [Greek Government Gazette: Law 5089/2024](https://www.ypes.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/nomos5089-20240223.pdf) — accessed 2026-11-12.