Should you visit Lagos or Almeria?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Lagos and Almeria. We’ll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget. So, let's dig into it.
Lagos
A coastal town in the south of Portugal, Lagos is known for its old world charm, plummeting cliffs, and Atlantic beaches. Many come to enjoy a full range of activities from beach-going and watersports to exploring cobbled streets lined with options for shopping and dining. Historic churches and castles add to the charm, as well as a clifftop lighthouse showing the way to Lagos for ships at sea.
Almeria
Almeria is a city (and province) in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is located in the southeast area of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Almeria is a charming area rich in history. Though it is not as well known as some more popular cities in the area, such as Granada, Seville, or Malaga, its popularity has increased significantly over the years with the growth of its holiday areas. Almeria has over 62 miles of untamed coastline, something that is hard to find on the Mediterranean, and has outstandingly beautiful landscapes, which stands out even in an area of natural beauty. The spectacular beaches with warm waters of the Mediterranean, abundant historic and cultural sites, and large tourist centers makes Almeria a great travel destination.
Which city is cheaper, Almeria or Lagos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Lagos is €94, while the average daily cost in Almeria is €79. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Lagos and Almeria in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €98 for a double occupancy room in Lagos.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €70 for a double occupancy room in Almeria.
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Lagos is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €25 per person, per day, on local transportation in Lagos.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €16 per day to get around in Almeria.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lagos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lagos:
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Airport Transfer One Way:
$53
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Airport Transfer Service One way:
$69
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Faro Private Transfer to or from Lagos:
$51
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Faro Shared Transfer to or from Lagos:
$45
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Lagos Private Transfer to Faro:
$68
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Lagos Shared Departure Transfer to Faro:
$26
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Private Faro Airport Transfer to Lagos(5 to 8 passangers):
$118
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Private Transfer Ikeja-Ikoyi-Victoria Island to Lagos Airport LOG - Business Car:
$58
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Private Transfer Lagos - Faro Airport:
$114
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Private Transfer Lagos Airport LOG to Ikeja-Ikoyi-Victoria Island - Business Car:
$58
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Private Transfer Lisbon - Western Algarve:
$460
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Private Transfer Western Algarve - Lisbon:
$460
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
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Almería Airport: Private Transfer To/From Almería:
$36
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Almeria Airport Transfer to Mojacar:
$159
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$75
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Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport:
$75
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Private Transfer from Almería to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$421
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Private Transfer: Almería Airport (LEI) to Almeria:
$622
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Private Transfer: Almería to Almeria Airport (LEI):
$622
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Transfers desde Aeropuerto de Almería (LEI) a Vera Playa - 4 pasajeros:
$124
Is it cheaper to fly into Lagos or Almeria?
Prices for flights to both Almeria and Lagos 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
Lagos food costs typically run travelers around €27 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
Almeria food costs typically run travelers around €32 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Lagos €27
Almeria €32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lagos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lagos.
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Dinner + Jazz At The Metaphor in Lagos:
$80
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Classic Food Tour - Lagos:
$93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Almeria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Almeria.
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Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Private Authentic Spanish Cooking Class with Juan in Almeria:
$62
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Private Market Tour and Paella Cooking Lesson in Almeria with Juan:
$74
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Lagos typically cost an average of €21 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €13 per person, per day in Almeria. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Lagos
Here are a few actual costs in Lagos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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2 Hour Lagos Historical Tour:
$14
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Brodie's Historical and Fun Lagos Walking Tour:
$19
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Grotto tour Ponta da Piedade Lagos:
$19
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Lagos Walking Tour with Local Historian:
$19
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Lagos Zoo Entrance Ticket:
$21
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Explore Ponta da Piedade on a Boat Tour:
$21
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Lagos Zoo Admission Ticket:
$22
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Tour to go inside the Ponta da Piedade Caves/Grottos and see the beaches - Lagos:
$22
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Ponta da Piedade Boat Tour with Local Guide:
$23
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Ponta da Piedade Grotto Tour in Lagos, Algarve:
$25
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Ponta da Piedade Cruise to Caves and Beaches with Local Guide:
$25
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Ponta da Piedade: 2-Hour Boat Cruise:
$29
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Alcazaba Guided Tour:
$17
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Almeria Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$34
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Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets:
$386
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Nerja from Almeria:
$430
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Private Tour in Granada with Alhambra Palace Entry Ticket:
$600
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Almeria Desert Tour:
$915
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Private 8-Day Almeria Tour with Lanjaron and Baeza:
$919
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8 Days Almería Adventure Self Drive Tour:
$1,107
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Lagos may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €5.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Almeria may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €3.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Lagos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lagos:
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Algarve Wine Tour in a VW T2 Van:
$57
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Algarve: Jeep Safari with Distillery Visit & Lunch:
$65
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Small-Group Day Tour of Silves and Monchique with Wine Tasting:
$69
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Silves, Caldas and Monchique Wine Tasting: Full Day Tour:
$74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lagos and Almeria, we can see that Lagos is more expensive. And not only is Almeria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Almeria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Almeria 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 Lagos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lagos than you might in Almeria.
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