A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Albufeira vs. Lanzarote for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Albufeira or Lanzarote?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Albufeira or Lanzarote? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Albufeira or Lanzarote?

Albufeira

Located in the Algarve region in the south of Portugal, Albufeira was once a small fishing village which has since evolved into a popular destination for tourists attracted by the area's beaches, pleasant climate, and fresh seafood.

Lanzarote

Lanzarote is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located off the northwestern coast of Africa. Some of its most popular features include the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, as well as the resort towns of Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, and Playa Blanca.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Albufeira?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Albufeira Prices
    Portugal Prices
    Lanzarote Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Albufeira 183
    Lanzarote 161

The average daily cost (per person) in Albufeira is €183, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is €161. 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 Albufeira and Lanzarote in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Albufeira 74
    Lanzarote 95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Albufeira 148
    Lanzarote 190
Compare Hotels in Albufeira and Lanzarote

Looking for a hotel in Albufeira or Lanzarote? 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.

Hotels in Albufeira


Hotels in Lanzarote


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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: Albufeira Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Albufeira 34
    Lanzarote 40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albufeira

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Albufeira:

  • Private Transfer From Algarve to Sevilha By 8 Seats Minibus: $522
  • Private transfer from Albufeira to Lisbon with 2 hours sightseeing: $287
  • Private Transfer Lisbon to Algarve South Portugal and Seville : $193
  • Private Transfer from Sao Bartolomeu de Messines to Faro (FAO) Airport: $125
  • Private Transfer from Pera to Faro (FAO) Airport: $116
  • Private Transfer from Alte to Faro (FAO) Airport: $116
  • Private Transfer from Tunes to Faro (FAO) Airport: $115
  • Transfer Silves - Benamor Golf (Conceição): $100
  • Private Transfer from Monte Gordo to Faro Airport (1-4 pax): $100
  • Private Transfer from Villa Guerreiro (Albufeira) to Faro (FAO) Airport: $93
  • Private Transfer from Hotel to Faro Airport: $88
  • Transfer Vilamoura - Benamor Golf (Conceição): $80

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $42
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $49
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $49
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $87
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $43
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $118
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $53
  • Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $46
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $29
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $29
  • Roundtrip Ferry Transfer to La Graciosa with Free Wifi: $31

Is it cheaper to fly into Albufeira or Lanzarote?

Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Albufeira 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Albufeira 82
    Lanzarote 42

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Albufeira

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Albufeira.

  • A Portuguese Dinner and Cocktail Experience with pick up: $50
  • Sunset Safari with Traditional Dinner : $67
  • Sunset Tour - Champagne and Traditional Dinner: $72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote

For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $64

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Albufeira 39
    Lanzarote 17

Tours and Activities in Albufeira

Here are a few actual costs in Albufeira for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 3h30 Hours Vilamoura Algarve Sunset Tasting Tour: $66
  • Algarve Coast & Chapel of Bones ( Private Van Tour ): $53
  • Full Day Private Tour in Silves and Coast Gems: $193
  • Paderne Adventure Quad Ride: $83
  • Safari Experience with Traditional Tapas: $77
  • 3 Hour Benagil Sunset and Coastline Boat Tour in Albufeira: $36
  • Afternoon: Jeep Safari Tour with Liquor and Honey Tasting: $49
  • Albufeira (FULL DAY) Jeep Safari Tour : $76
  • Albufeira 1 hour Off-Road Tour Quad Adventure Tour: $25
  • Albufeira 2 hour Off-Road Tour Buggy Adventure Tour: $50
  • Albufeira 2 hour Off-Road Tour Quad Adventure Tour: $36
  • Albufeira 3-Hour Off-Road Quad Tour: $152

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.

  • Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.70
  • LagOmar Museum Entry Ticket: $11
  • Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
  • Audio Guided Tour of the El Grifo Wine Museum: $16
  • Aquarium Entry Ticket: $17
  • Lanzarote:Ferry ticket to Fuerteventura with free wifi: $19
  • Parasailing Adventure in Puerto del Carmen: $22
  • Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $24
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $24
  • Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $27
  • Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $27
  • San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $27

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Albufeira 26
    Lanzarote 9.29

Sample the Local Flavors in Albufeira

Also in Albufeira, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Winery Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $64
  • Small-Group Wine Tour & Silves Exploration (from Albufeira): $68
  • Albufeira Coast Tour w/ Wine tasting & Chicken lunch: $75
  • Albufeira Coast Tour with Wine Tasting and Chicken PiriPiri Lunch: $76
  • From Private Lagos Tour Whith Wine Tasting: $93
  • Full day Tour in Silves with Wine Tasting: $155
  • Full-Day Private Algarves Wine Tour Experience from Albufeira: $156

Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote

Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $54
  • Hiking and Wine Tasting: $61


When comparing the travel costs between Albufeira and Lanzarote, we can see that Albufeira is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Albufeira Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Albufeira or Lanzarote?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Albufeira or Lanzarote in the Summer?

Both Lanzarote and Albufeira during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Albufeira for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

Albufeira is around the same temperature as Lanzarote in the summer. The daily temperature in Albufeira averages around 25°C (78°F) in July, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

Albufeira usually gets more rain in July than Lanzarote. Albufeira gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Albufeira 25°C (78°F) 
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Lanzarote in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Albufeira and Lanzarote. Many visitors come to Albufeira in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Albufeira is cooler than Lanzarote. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Albufeira in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In October, Albufeira usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Albufeira gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Albufeira 19°C (67°F) 
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Lanzarote in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Albufeira as well as Lanzarote. Most visitors come to Albufeira for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.

In January, Albufeira is generally much colder than Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Albufeira average around 11°C (52°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Albufeira usually gets more rain in January than Lanzarote. Albufeira gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Albufeira 11°C (52°F) 
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Albufeira or Lanzarote in the Spring?

Both Lanzarote and Albufeira are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Albufeira because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

Albufeira is cooler than Lanzarote in the spring. The daily temperature in Albufeira averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

In April, Albufeira usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Albufeira gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Albufeira 15°C (60°F) 
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)

Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Albufeira

Albufeira Lanzarote
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 1 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)