Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Hydra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hydra or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Hydra 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: Hydra or Lanzarote?
Hydra
The island of Hydra is located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic and Argolic Gulfs. Named for its natural springs, the island now has most of its freshwater imported from the mainland. The real gem of the place is the absence of motorized vehicles. Car and scooters are nowhere to be seen by the narrow marble-cobbled lanes, rocks, and sea. Such vehicles have been outlawed and so the way to navigate the island is by donkey, water taxi, or on foot.
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 Historical Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHydra €97Lanzarote €161
The average daily cost (per person) in Hydra is €97, 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 Hydra and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHydra €51Lanzarote €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHydra €102Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Hydra and Lanzarote
Looking for a hotel in Hydra 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.
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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hydra €26Lanzarote €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Hydra or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Hydra 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 dayHydra €30Lanzarote €42
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.Hydra €11Lanzarote €17
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- Lanzarote : Museo Lagomar Entry Ticket: $8.56
- Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.56
- Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
- Audio Guided Tour of the El Grifo Wine Museum: $16
- Aquarium Entry Ticket: $16
- Return or 1-Way Ferry Ticket to Fuerteventura: $20
- Jameos del Agua Entry Ticket: $21
- Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $24
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $24
- San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $27
- Timanfaya National Park Bus Tour w/ Entry Ticket: $27
- Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHydra €11Lanzarote €9.29
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 Hydra and Lanzarote, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Hydra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hydra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hydra 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 Hydra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hydra Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hydra 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 Hydra or Lanzarote in the Summer?
Both Lanzarote and Hydra during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Hydra for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Hydra is a little warmer than Lanzarote. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hydra in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Hydra. In the summer, Hydra often gets more sunshine than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 357 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 282 hours of full sun.
Hydra usually gets more rain in July than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHydra 27°C (81°F)Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Hydra or Lanzarote in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hydra and Lanzarote. Many visitors come to Hydra in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Hydra is generally cooler than Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Hydra average around 19°C (67°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In Hydra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hydra usually receives less sunshine than Lanzarote during autumn. Hydra gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 224 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Hydra usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHydra 19°C (67°F)Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hydra or Lanzarote in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hydra as well as Lanzarote. Most visitors come to Hydra for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Hydra is much colder than Lanzarote in the winter. The daily temperature in Hydra averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. In the winter, Hydra often gets less sunshine than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 204 hours of full sun.
Hydra usually gets more rain in January than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHydra 10°C (51°F)Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Hydra or Lanzarote in the Spring?
Both Lanzarote and Hydra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Hydra because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Hydra is cooler than Lanzarote. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hydra in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hydra. Hydra usually receives less sunshine than Lanzarote during spring. Hydra gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hydra usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Hydra gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHydra 16°C (60°F)Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Hydra
| Hydra | Lanzarote | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
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