Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Lanzarote can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Lanzarote?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
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 Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Lanzarote $173
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is $173. 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 Bodrum and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Lanzarote $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Lanzarote $202
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Lanzarote $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Seferihisar: $218
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $202
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $174
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $174
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Kusadasi: $131
- Bodrum Akyarlar Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $125
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Soke (Söke): $125
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $114
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Marmaris Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yalikavak Hotels: $104
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Turgutreis Hotels: $101
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Bodrum 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
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Food Meals for one dayBodrum $24Lanzarote $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $44
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $104
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $125
- Bodrum Market Visit and Cooking Class: $128
- Bodrum Vineyard Tour with Dinner and Wine Pairing: $128
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $131
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $174
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $221
- Shore Excursions - Istanbul by Night: Turkish Food Tour: $252
- Private Vineyard Tour with Dinner Under the Stars in Karnas: $291
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $320
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $368
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: $52
- Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Lanzarote $18
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- 2 Hours Private Sightseeing and Walking Tour in Bodrum: $106
- A Breathtaking Pamukkale Day Tour from Bodrum: $278
- All Inclusive Private BODRUM to Ephesus, Mary's House, Lunch Tour: $299
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Virgin Mary's House from Bodrum: $104
- Blue cruise around Bodrum bays: $28
- Boat tour: Bodrum Private Boat Tour for Cruise Customers: $801
- Bodrum ↔ Gulf of Gökova | Cabin Charter Cruise: $941
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Buggy Safari Tours: $57
- Bodrum City Sightseeing Walk: $150
- Bodrum City Tour: 5-Hour Private Excursion with Lunch: $267
- Bodrum City Walking Morning Sightseeing Tour: $213
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
- 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
- Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Lanzarote $9.95
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: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Lanzarote, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Lanzarote would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lanzarote than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bodrum or Lanzarote?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Bodrum or Lanzarote in the Summer?
Both Lanzarote and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Lanzarote in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lanzarote in the Autumn?
Both Lanzarote and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Bodrum is cooler than Lanzarote. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Bodrum usually gets more rain in October than Lanzarote. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lanzarote in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Lanzarote.
In January, Bodrum is generally much colder than Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lanzarote in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Lanzarote.
Bodrum is cooler than Lanzarote in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Bodrum usually gets more rain in April than Lanzarote. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
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