Spanish Tutor Cost: How Much Do Online Spanish Lessons Cost?
Online Spanish tutors usually charge between about €14 and €55 per hour, depending on experience, credentials and goal. My lessons cost €28 per hour, with lower prices in packs of 10 and 20.
Below you’ll find market prices, what changes them and exactly what you get with me.
Our Spanish lesson prices
My rate is clear and published, so you can decide without asking.
Trial lesson price
The trial lesson lasts 30 minutes and costs €10. It includes a level check, a sample of the method and a recommended plan.
The trial lesson has no commitment. If it isn’t for you, you can stop there.
Single lesson and packs of 10 and 20
| What you get | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Single lesson | 1 hour, 1-on-1 | €28 |
| Pack of 10 | 10 hours, 1-on-1 | €250 (€25 per lesson) |
| Pack of 20 | 20 hours, 1-on-1 | €460 (€23 per lesson) |
| Exam strategy session | 90 minutes, 1-on-1, for candidates whose exam date is close | €42 |
| Exam strategy session | 90 minutes, 1-on-1, for candidates whose exam date is close | €42 |
Packs lower the price per hour. Payment is online and secure: you pay by card at checkout, processed by Stripe. You can cancel or reschedule free of charge if you let me know at least 24 hours before your lesson, and you get a full refund. With less than 24 hours’ notice, the lesson is not refunded. See the full cancellation and refund policy.
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Packs do not expire. A pack starts once it is paid; after paying, Cris writes to you to arrange your first lesson.
What’s included in every lesson
- One hour, live and 1-on-1, on Google Meet.
- 100% in Spanish, adapted to your level (A2 and above).
- Lessons planned around your goal: conversation, advanced Spanish or exam preparation.
- Written corrections of your mistakes after class.
- Materials: expressions, connectors and typical errors.
- A teacher who plans your next step, not only the current lesson.
How much does a Spanish tutor cost per hour?
There is no single price. It depends on who teaches, how and for what. Here is what the market looks like, so you can compare.
Average price of an online Spanish tutor
- italki estimates that private online Spanish tutors cost about €14 to €55 per hour, with lessons from €4 per hour on its platform.
- Preply states that its lessons start at €3 and average €16 per class. Its native-speaker tutors average about €23 per hour, and tutors from Spain about €33.
- Superprof gives an average of €23 per hour in the United States.
Figures converted from the platforms’ USD prices at about €0.92 per dollar and rounded. Prices change, so check the source.
Spanish tutor prices by lesson type
Prices vary by format. According to italki’s 2026 guide:
| Lesson type | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Online private tutor | €14–€55 per hour |
| In-person private tutor | €28–€92+ per hour |
| Language school, private lesson | €37–€78 per hour |
| Language school, group class | €9–€23 per hour, per student |
| Specialist tutoring (exams, business) | €32–€74+ per hour |
Source: italki.
Why do Spanish tutor prices vary so much?
The same hour of Spanish can cost €9 or €74. The difference usually comes from four things.
Native tutor vs non-native tutor
Native tutors give you natural pronunciation, current expressions and cultural context. Where the tutor is from also matters. Preply’s own data shows the average for tutors from Spain above Latin America.
I’m a native teacher from Spain, so you learn the Spanish of Spain, which many exams and universities use as a reference.
Certified teacher vs informal tutor
An informal tutor can be great for conversation. A certified teacher adds method: how to explain a mistake, how to plan progress and how to prepare for an exam.
My credentials:
- DELE examiner certified by the Instituto Cervantes.
- Master’s degree in teaching Spanish as a foreign language.
- More than five years of experience.
italki’s guide places certified teachers at about €28 to €74+ per hour.
Lesson length, frequency and packages
- Longer lessons cost more per session, but often less per hour.
- Regular lessons make progress faster, so you need fewer hours in total.
- Packages lower the hourly price. italki quotes discounts of 10 to 20 percent in its guide.
How much should you pay to learn Spanish?
A useful rule: pay for what your goal needs, not for the cheapest hour.
Spanish tutor cost for conversation practice
For casual speaking practice, lower prices can be enough. italki suggests about €4 to €18 per hour for travel and basic conversation, and €18 to €37 for everyday fluency.
If you want conversation with structured corrections, see my online Spanish conversation classes.
Spanish lessons price for DELE and SIELE preparation
Exam preparation costs more because it requires an expert: someone who knows the tasks, timing and criteria. italki quotes about €28 to €74 per hour for DELE and SIELE.
That is where an examiner makes the biggest difference. See my DELE preparation course.
Cost of advanced Spanish classes
At B2 and above, progress depends on precise feedback, so experience matters more than at the beginning. See my advanced Spanish classes.
Is a private Spanish tutor worth the cost?
It depends on your goal and your discipline. A tutor is worth it when you need feedback you can’t give yourself.
Private tutor vs group class vs app
- App: cheap and flexible. Good for vocabulary and habit. It doesn’t correct your speaking or writing.
- Group class: lower price per hour, social and structured. You speak less and corrections are general.
- Private tutor: higher price per hour, but all the time is yours. You get corrections for your mistakes and a plan.
Many learners combine them. If your priority is speaking, passing an exam or getting past a plateau, 1-on-1 is the most direct route.
Is online cheaper than in-person?
Usually yes. italki estimates online lessons are 10 to 30 percent cheaper than in-person ones. You also save travel time and can choose a teacher from anywhere.
What our students say
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Her classes are very dynamic, clear and well structured. She stands out both in oral conversation classes, helping you gain fluency and confidence when speaking, and in DELE exam preparation, thanks to her organised methodology and her deep knowledge of the exam format.
She always prepares very interesting topics and ideas individually, adapting to each student's level and special needs. Her classes are super interesting and pleasant.
She explains things very clearly, and after every lesson I feel I am really making progress. She also motivates me to study on my own afterwards. She is very patient, which is a great advantage.
Spanish tutor cost: frequently asked questions
How much does a Spanish tutor cost per hour?
On the market, online private tutors usually charge between about €14 and €55 per hour, according to italki’s 2026 guide, with big differences by experience and credentials. My lessons cost €28 per hour, and less in packs of 10 and 20. The table on this page compares the options.
How much do online Spanish lessons cost?
Online lessons usually cost less than in-person ones, by about 10 to 30 percent according to italki. Platforms like Preply and Superprof show averages of around €16 to €23 per hour. With me, a one-hour online lesson costs €28.
Why do Spanish tutor prices vary so much?
Four things: the tutor’s experience, certification, where they are from, and the lesson format. A certified teacher with exam experience costs more than an informal tutor, because you pay for method, not just time. Packages also lower the hourly price.
Why is a certified Spanish tutor more expensive?
Because you pay for method and expertise. A certified examiner can explain why an answer loses points and how to fix it, and that saves hours of trial and error. In my case: DELE examiner certified by the Instituto Cervantes, Master’s in teaching Spanish and more than five years of experience.
Is there a free trial Spanish lesson?
The trial lesson costs €10 and lasts 30 minutes. There is no commitment to continue after it.
Do you offer discounts for packs of lessons?
Yes. Packs of 10 and 20 lessons lower the price per lesson to €25 or €23. Fluency and exam results come from regular work, so most students choose a pack after the trial.
How much does Spanish exam preparation cost?
italki quotes about €28 to €74 per hour for DELE and SIELE preparation in the market. My preparation lessons cost €28 per hour, with packs of 10 and 20 for a lower price. The exam fee is paid separately to the Instituto Cervantes or an authorised centre.
Is a private Spanish tutor worth the cost?
It’s worth it when you need feedback you can’t give yourself: correction of your speaking and writing, a plan and accountability. Apps are cheaper for vocabulary and habit, and group classes cost less per hour but you speak less. One-to-one is the most direct route to speaking better or passing an exam.
Is online cheaper than in-person?
Usually yes, by about 10 to 30 percent according to italki, and you save travel time. You can also choose a teacher from anywhere, like a native teacher from Spain.
How can I pay for my lessons?
You pay online by credit or debit card, processed by Stripe. You can pay for a single lesson or a pack of 10 or 20. You can cancel or reschedule free of charge if you let me know at least 24 hours before your lesson, and you get a full refund. With less than 24 hours’ notice, the lesson is not refunded.
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