Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Gran Canaria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura Island?
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.
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Gran Canaria Prices
Spain PricesFuerteventura Island Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGran Canaria €150Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Gran Canaria is €150, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGran Canaria €63Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGran Canaria €126Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura Island? 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.
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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gran Canaria €46Fuerteventura Island €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer: Las Palmas Center to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): $48
- Stand Up Paddle and Snorkeling Tour of Gran Canaria with Transfers south area: $230
- Private Transfer from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $84
- Private Transfer from Las Palmas City Hotels to Gran Canaria Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Gran Canaria Port to Las Palmas city hotels: $74
- Private Transfer Gran Canaria Port to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): $74
- Playa Del Ingles: Discover Scuba Diving - Free Transfers: $98
- Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer: $151
- Las Palmas to Gran Canaria Port - Departure Private Transfer: $74
- Las Palmas to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) - Departure Transfer: $47
- Private Airport Transfer with City Tour: $90
- Grand Island Tour by Bus with Transfers: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Gran Canaria 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 dayGran Canaria €59Fuerteventura Island €57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gran Canaria
For Gran Canaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Origen Dinner Show at Sala Scala: $72
- Food Tour with Distillery Visit & Lunch: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gran Canaria €20Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- "Gran Canaria Can-Am Adventure: Monte León to Fataga": $146
- 1 hour relaxing horse riding tour in Gran Canaria: $41
- 2 hours Green Mountains Horse Riding Tour: $79
- 2-Hour Afternoon Snorkeling Experience in Gran Canaria by Boat: $53
- 2-Hour Segway Tour: Maspalomas Dunes, Playa Ingles,S.Agustin: $69
- 3 Wheel Motorcycle like Quad/Buggy Tour Gran Canaria (Maspalomas): $88
- 3 wheels motorcycle Coast Tour - Ryker - Gran Canaria Maspalomas: $177
- 4 Hour Boat Tour with Snorkeling from Puerto Rico and Mogan: $88
- Afrikat Afternoon Cruise: $91
- Afrikat Morning Cruise: $91
- Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket: $12
- Airsoft Park Ticket: $40
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2,5-hour Segway Tour around Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura: $94
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $58
- 20-minute jet ski tour from Caleta de Fuste: $87
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $59
- Catamaran Half-Day Cruise from Caleta de Fuste: $79
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from North: $105
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from South: $81
- Corralejo La Oliva Bus Coach Tour Costa Calm: $29
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $39
- Dolphin Tours in Fuerteventura and snorkeling on the coast: $53
- Exclusive Sailing Catamaran Experience to Lobos Island with lunch: $83
- Explore the North of Fuerteventura - Private Camper Tour: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGran Canaria €7.14Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery: $13
- Painting and textures workshop with volcanic wine tasting: $47
- Las Palmas: Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town: $52
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $64
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $69
- Gran Canaria flavours with distillery visit and tastings: $79
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $41
- Fuerteventura: Wine Tasting and El Cotillo Afternoon Escape: $91
When comparing the travel costs between Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.