Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Lagos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lagos or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lagos and Costa de Prata. 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, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lagos or Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLagos €118Costa de Prata €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Lagos is €118, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Lagos and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLagos €61Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLagos €122Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Lagos and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Lagos or Costa de Prata? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Lagos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lagos €31Costa de Prata €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lagos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lagos:
- XL Faro Airport Private Transfer Lagos/Albufeira/Vilamoura: $77
- Transfer Praia da Luz - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $72
- Transfer Lagos - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $78
- Transfer Lagos - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $56
- Transfer From Lagos Algarve To Lisboa: $281
- Transfer Burgau - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $38
- Transfer Burgau - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $72
- Transfer Burgau - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $56
- Transfer Algarve: Transport specialists.: $53
- Private transfer from Lagos to Seville: $417
- Private Transfer: Seville to Lisbon: $626
- Private Transfer: Seville to Lagos: $384
Is it cheaper to fly into Lagos or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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
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Food Meals for one dayLagos €34Costa de Prata €44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lagos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lagos.
- Lagos Pastel de Nata Cooking Class: $62
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class: $66
- Classic Food Tour - Lagos: $101
- Portuguese CookingClass:Experience Authentic Algarve Cuisine: $110
- Portuguese Cooking Class: Experience Authentic Algarve Cuisine: $112
- Wild West Coast Hiking Adventure with sunset picnic dinner & wine: $113
- Market Tour & Portuguese Cooking Class - Algarve's Cuisine: $137
- Market Tour and Portuguese Cooking Class - Algarve's Cuisine: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lagos €26Costa de Prata €13
Tours and Activities in Lagos
Here are a few actual costs in Lagos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ponta da Piedade Costal cruise and Caves-2h: $34
- 2-hour Kayak Tour of Ponta da Piedade Caves and Beaches: $45
- 3 Hour Sailing Tour in Lagos and Luz: $90
- 4x4 Off-road Algarve Natural Park West Coast Tour : $60
- Adventure to the Benagil - Family Friendly Catamaran From Lagos: $45
- Algarve Jeep Full-Day Tour Including Lunch: $60
- Algarve Private Tour: Sagres and Benagil from Lisbon: $857
- Algarve's Finest Wine & Food - Rural Tour (NEW): $262
- Algarve: Family photoshoot experience: $275
- Algarve: Lagos Sightseeing guided Tour with e-bikes: $64
- Algarve: Lagos sightseeing guided tour with E-bikes: $74
- Algarve: Romantic Sunset Tour in Lagos: $281
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLagos €6.79Costa de Prata €8.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Lagos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lagos:
- Lagos Wine Tasting and Tapas: $45
- Small group Wine Tasting Tour from Lagos: $68
- Wine Tasting Off-Road Tour: $69
- Small-Group Day Tour of Silves and Monchique with Wine Tasting: $89
- Benagil Secrets: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $106
- Porto: Douro Valley Wine Tour with a Sommelier & Boat Trip: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lagos and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata is more expensive. And not only is Lagos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lagos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lagos 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata than you might in Lagos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lagos Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lagos or Costa de Prata?
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 Lagos or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lagos as well as Costa de Prata. The beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Lagos this time of year.
In the summer, Lagos is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lagos in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Lagos receives a lot of rain in the summer. Lagos usually gets more rain in July than Costa de Prata. Lagos gets 243 mm (9.6 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLagos 25°C (77°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
Both Costa de Prata and Lagos are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Lagos for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Lagos is generally a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Lagos average around 26°C (79°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. It's quite rainy in Lagos. In October, Lagos usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Lagos gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLagos 26°C (79°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Lagos during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Lagos in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Lagos is much warmer than Costa de Prata in the winter. The daily temperature in Lagos averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Costa de Prata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lagos usually gets less rain in January than Costa de Prata. Lagos gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLagos 27°C (81°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lagos and Costa de Prata. Most visitors come to Lagos for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Lagos is much warmer than Costa de Prata. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lagos in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Lagos gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Lagos usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Lagos gets 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLagos 28°C (82°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Lagos
| Lagos | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 29°C (84°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 202 mm (8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 316 mm (12.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 243 mm (9.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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.