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

Should you visit Cappadocia or Lanzarote?

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

Should I visit Cappadocia 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: Cappadocia or Lanzarote?

Cappadocia

Cappadocia is in Central Anatolia, between the mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan. It is famous for its underground cities, fairy chimneys, and caves. The landscape of the area is some of the most unique you'll ever see. The fairy chimneys are bizarrely shaped rock outcroppings that have evolved from the unique geography in the area. There are hiking trails through the series of valleys that make up the area. It's a great place to explore for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.

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 from Istanbul, The Best 2-Week Tours from Istanbul, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Cappadocia?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $151, 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 Cappadocia and Lanzarote in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cappadocia $53
    Lanzarote $101
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cappadocia $106
    Lanzarote $202
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Lanzarote

Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia 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 Cappadocia


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: Cappadocia Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cappadocia $51
    Lanzarote $43

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia

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

  • Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride over Cat Valley with Transfers: $262
  • Cappadocia Balloon Ride with Breakfast, Champagne and Transfers: $250
  • 2 Days 1 Night Cappadocia Tour (Airport Transfer, Hotel, Daily Tour And Atv): $235
  • Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride with Transfers: $196
  • Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Hacibektas Hotels: $169
  • Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Nigde City Centre Hotels: $163
  • Transfer from Kayseri and Nevsehir Airport Cappadocia mercedes for 16 people: $163
  • Nevsehir Airport to Cappadocia Hotel Private Transfer: $149
  • Private Cappadocia Transfer: $140
  • Private Transfers Nevşehir Apt to/from Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground Cities: $131
  • Private Transfers Kayseri Apt to/from Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground Cities: $131
  • Private Transfers Kayseri Erkılet Airport to/from Cappadocia Region: $131

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 Cappadocia or Lanzarote?

Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Cappadocia 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
    Cappadocia $50
    Lanzarote $45
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:


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Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia

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

  • Turkish Night Show in Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Transfer: $44
  • Cappadocia Turkish Night in Avanos Dinner Included: $48
  • Cappadocia Traditional Turkish Night with Dinner (in Authentic Cave Restaurant): $53
  • Cappadocia Night: Turkish Dance & Dinner : $60
  • Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Entertainments: $62
  • Cappadocian cooking - hands-on class with pickup: $64
  • Romantic Cappadocia Sunset Dinner and Wine : $65
  • Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $65
  • Turkish night show with dinner and unlimited free alcohol: $69
  • Cappadocia Cave Restaurant for Dinner and Turkish Entertainments: $71
  • Half-Day Private Food Tour in Kayseri: $75
  • Romantic Cappadocia Private Sunset Dinner With Wild Food : $78

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cappadocia $95
    Lanzarote $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cappadocia

For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Underground City Entrance for Two
    $0.93
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two
    $18
  • Horseback Riding for Two
    $3.55
  • Cappadocia Driving Tour
    $3.78
  • Goreme Museum Entrance Fee
    $0.46
  • Whirling Dervishes Show
    $3.09
  • Turkish Bath
    $2.16
  • Hot air ballooning
    $13
  • Goreme open air museum
    $0.62
  • Bellydancing Show
    $4.02

Tours and Activities in Cappadocia

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

  • 2 Days Cappadocia Red & Erciyes Ski Tour: $220
  • 2 days Cappadocia Full Turkish night Show, Atv & Red Tour: $175
  • ATV (Quad) Tour in Cappadocia-2 Hours: $49
  • Cappadocia Red Tour Small Group: $98
  • Cappadocia relax tour car and driver: $131
  • Private Day Tour Natural Beauties of Cappadocia and Underground Caves: $283
  • 1 Hour ATV Tour: $27
  • 1-Hour Hot Air Balloon Tour in Cappadocia Goreme Valley: $250
  • 2 Days Private Guided Cappadocia Tour with Pick Up: $225
  • 2 Days Red and Green tour: $163
  • 2 Hour Cappadocia Atv Experience : $40
  • 2 Hour Cappadocia Jeep Safari Tour: $101

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cappadocia $18
    Lanzarote $9.95

Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:

  • Cappadocia Nightlife Experience: Bar and Pub Crawl Tour: $32
  • Wine tasting in Cappadocia: $64
  • Cappadocia Wine Cellar and Wine Yard with Wine Tasting: $79
  • Full-day Cappadocia Tour with wine tasting and clay shaping : $90
  • Wine Tasting and Sunset in Cappadocia: $196

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 comparing the travel costs between Cappadocia and Lanzarote, we can see that Lanzarote 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 Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.