Planning a holiday, booking an airport transfer or arranging a taxi home after a night out could become more expensive in 2027 if fares rise in more Spanish cities. Sevilla is already preparing another increase, with drivers pointing to rising running costs, but could other parts of Spain follow suit?

The Andalusian capital is proposing a 3.5% rise in urban taxi fares from January 2027, following increases of up to 5% in some tariffs earlier this year. The move raises questions about whether taxi operators elsewhere will also seek higher prices as they contend with the cost of keeping their vehicles on the road.  There is currently no announced nationwide increase, but that does not mean that other cities will not follow suite across Spain especially in high tourist areas.

Why are taxi fares going up in Sevilla?

The president of the Unión Sevillana del Taxi, David Capelo, has defended the proposed increase by pointing to higher fuel and insurance costs. These expenses affect taxi operators well beyond Sevilla, although the financial pressures and fare-setting decisions can differ from one area to another. Taxi fares are regulated rather than left entirely to individual drivers.

In Andalucía, municipalities establish urban fares, subject to the relevant authorisation, while the regional government sets tariffs for interurban journeys. The rules and approval processes elsewhere in Spain vary according to the relevant regional and local arrangements.  That means other cities could review their tariffs for 2027, but Sevilla’s decision does not automatically trigger increases elsewhere. Each authority would need to consider its own proposal and follow the applicable approval process.

Could other Spanish cities follow suit?

The main question is whether taxi organisations in other cities will seek similar increases to cover their operating costs. Fuel, insurance, vehicle repairs and maintenance all affect the cost of running a taxi. If these expenses continue to put pressure on drivers, fare increases could become a subject of discussion in other municipalities too. However, there is currently no evidence that cities across Spain are preparing a uniform 3.5% increase for next year.

For passengers, the difference between local tariffs is varies to larger tourist packed cities. A taxi journey in Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga or Cádiz is not automatically subject to the same prices as one in Sevilla. Even within Andalucía, each municipality has its own urban fare arrangements. Airport journeys are another consideration. Some cities use fixed fares for particular routes, while other journeys are charged according to the meter and applicable supplements. Any proposed changes would need to be checked locally rather than to follow Sevilla’s example.

What will change for taxi passengers in Sevilla?

If the proposal is approved, Sevilla’s standard daytime minimum fare will rise from €4.62 to €4.78. The minimum under the second tariff will increase from €5.66 to €5.86, while the third tariff will rise from €7.09 to €7.34. Fixed fares to and from Sevilla Airport are due to remain unchanged at €26 during specified weekday daytime hours and €29 at night, weekends and designated special periods.  A new €3.83 supplement is also proposed for taxi pick-ups around La Cartuja stadium between 11pm and 7am after concerts, football matches and other events. The taxi sector says this fixed charge will make the cost clearer and replace an existing arrangement that could result in a higher charge. 

The city council is due to consider the new tariffs on October 22, after which regional authorisation is required before they can take effect in January.  For anyone who regularly uses taxis to reach airports, stations, appointments or nights out, the prospect of higher fares elsewhere is worth watching. But whether taxi journeys become more expensive across the rest of Spain in 2027 will depend on decisions made city by city, rather than one national price rise.

Your weekly supermarket shop could be costing you more than it needs to, and the cheaper alternative might be a chain you’ve never heard of. Across Spain, regional supermarkets are competing for customers, with some offering prices that compare favourably with the country’s biggest household names.

For shoppers trying to stretch their budgets, knowing which chains operate locally could make a difference. Some are concentrated in a handful of provinces, while others have expanded across several regions. The latest figures from consumer organisation OCU offer a useful starting point for finding out which are worth a closer look. 

Deza: a cheaper option for shoppers in Córdoba

Deza is a family-run supermarket chain associated with Córdoba, making it a name to look out for if you live in the province. It is far from a nationwide operator, but its position in the OCU’s 2026 price comparison makes it worth considering for local shoppers.

The organisation estimates the annual cost of its standard shopping basket at €6,138.42. That places Deza among the more competitively priced chains in the study, although individual prices will vary depending on the products you buy and the branch you visit. 

Cash Fresh: serving Andalucia and Extremadura

Cash Fresh, part of the Andalucian retail group Grupo MAS, is another option for shoppers in the south of Spain. Its stores operate across Andalucia and Extremadura, giving it a wider regional reach than some smaller chains.

OCU puts the annual cost of its comparison basket at €6,188.96. The figure provides a useful benchmark for comparing supermarket chains, particularly for households that regularly buy fresh produce and everyday groceries. 

Alimerka: one to know in northern Spain

Shoppers in Asturias and neighbouring areas may already recognise Alimerka, but it is less familiar to people living elsewhere in Spain. The chain has a strong presence in Asturias, alongside stores in Castilla y León and Galicia.

Its estimated annual basket cost in the OCU study is €6,196.41. That is slightly higher than the figures recorded for Deza and Cash Fresh, but Alimerka remains a useful option to compare if you live within its operating area. 

Tifer: worth checking in Castilla y León

Tifer is another regional name that deserves attention, particularly for shoppers in Castilla y León. The chain belongs to Semark AC Group, which also operates Lupa supermarkets.

Its annual basket cost is estimated at €5,930.73, putting it among the cheapest chains in the OCU comparison. That is a particularly competitive result for shoppers who have a Tifer branch nearby and want an alternative to the best-known national retailers. 

Family Cash: a low-cost alternative in several regions

Family Cash is less obscure than some of the other chains on this list, but it remains an option that shoppers may overlook if they automatically head to their usual supermarket.

Founded in the Valencian Community, it operates large-format stores in several Spanish regions. OCU estimates the annual cost of its basket at €5,902.65, making it the second-cheapest chain in the 2026 ranking, behind the Andalusian chain Dani. 

How much could you actually save?

OCU estimates that choosing the cheapest rather than the most expensive supermarket can make a difference of around €1,310 a year on average. Its 2026 study compared more than 100,000 prices across 690 establishments, assessing a standard basket of 244 food, hygiene and household products. 

That does not mean every household will save the same amount. The result depends on where you shop, the products you buy and which stores are available nearby. Before making a special journey, compare the prices of your regular purchases and factor in any extra fuel costs. A cheaper supermarket is most useful when it fits into your normal routine, rather than adding another expense to the weekly shop. You can consult the OCU’s full 2026 supermarket price comparison to check the rankings and compare the options available in your area.

Your weekly supermarket shop could be costing you more than it needs to, and the cheaper alternative might be a chain you’ve never heard of. Across Spain, regional supermarkets are competing for customers, with some offering prices that compare favourably with the country’s biggest household names.

For shoppers trying to stretch their budgets, knowing which chains operate locally could make a difference. Some are concentrated in a handful of provinces, while others have expanded across several regions. The latest figures from consumer organisation OCU offer a useful starting point for finding out which are worth a closer look. 

Deza: a cheaper option for shoppers in Córdoba

Deza is a family-run supermarket chain associated with Córdoba, making it a name to look out for if you live in the province. It is far from a nationwide operator, but its position in the OCU’s 2026 price comparison makes it worth considering for local shoppers.

The organisation estimates the annual cost of its standard shopping basket at €6,138.42. That places Deza among the more competitively priced chains in the study, although individual prices will vary depending on the products you buy and the branch you visit. 

Cash Fresh: serving Andalucia and Extremadura

Cash Fresh, part of the Andalucian retail group Grupo MAS, is another option for shoppers in the south of Spain. Its stores operate across Andalucia and Extremadura, giving it a wider regional reach than some smaller chains.

OCU puts the annual cost of its comparison basket at €6,188.96. The figure provides a useful benchmark for comparing supermarket chains, particularly for households that regularly buy fresh produce and everyday groceries. 

Alimerka: one to know in northern Spain

Shoppers in Asturias and neighbouring areas may already recognise Alimerka, but it is less familiar to people living elsewhere in Spain. The chain has a strong presence in Asturias, alongside stores in Castilla y León and Galicia.

Its estimated annual basket cost in the OCU study is €6,196.41. That is slightly higher than the figures recorded for Deza and Cash Fresh, but Alimerka remains a useful option to compare if you live within its operating area. 

Tifer: worth checking in Castilla y León

Tifer is another regional name that deserves attention, particularly for shoppers in Castilla y León. The chain belongs to Semark AC Group, which also operates Lupa supermarkets.

Its annual basket cost is estimated at €5,930.73, putting it among the cheapest chains in the OCU comparison. That is a particularly competitive result for shoppers who have a Tifer branch nearby and want an alternative to the best-known national retailers. 

Family Cash: a low-cost alternative in several regions

Family Cash is less obscure than some of the other chains on this list, but it remains an option that shoppers may overlook if they automatically head to their usual supermarket.

Founded in the Valencian Community, it operates large-format stores in several Spanish regions. OCU estimates the annual cost of its basket at €5,902.65, making it the second-cheapest chain in the 2026 ranking, behind the Andalusian chain Dani. 

How much could you actually save?

OCU estimates that choosing the cheapest rather than the most expensive supermarket can make a difference of around €1,310 a year on average. Its 2026 study compared more than 100,000 prices across 690 establishments, assessing a standard basket of 244 food, hygiene and household products. 

That does not mean every household will save the same amount. The result depends on where you shop, the products you buy and which stores are available nearby. Before making a special journey, compare the prices of your regular purchases and factor in any extra fuel costs. A cheaper supermarket is most useful when it fits into your normal routine, rather than adding another expense to the weekly shop. You can consult the OCU’s full 2026 supermarket price comparison to check the rankings and compare the options available in your area.