A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lanzarote vs. Aix-en-Provence for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence?

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.

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a city in the south of France about 20 miles north of Marseille. It was the birthplace of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cezanne. A walking trail links sites including his childhood home, Jas de Bouffan, and his former studio, Atelier Cezanne. The white limestone mountain Sainte-Victoire overlooking the city as well as the surrounding countryside were frequent subjects of his works. The city is all class with its flourishing boulevards and public squares are lined with 17th- and 18th-century mansions, punctuated by gurgling moss-covered fountains. Haughty stone lions guard its grandest avenue, cafe-laced cours Mirabeau, where fashionable Aixois relax on terraces sipping espresso. While Aix-en-Provence is a student hub, its upscale appeal make it more unique and charming to visit than some university towns.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Aix-en-Provence or Lanzarote?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Aix-en-Provence is €138. 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 Lanzarote and Aix-en-Provence in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Aix-en-Provence 81
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Aix-en-Provence 162
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Aix-en-Provence

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence? 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 Lanzarote


Hotels in Aix-en-Provence


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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: Aix-en-Provence Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Aix-en-Provence 33

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aix-en-Provence

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aix-en-Provence:

  • Aix en Provence: Guided Driving Tour with Hotel Transfer: $1,390
  • Marseille Airport Transfer From/To Cassis Van 7 pax: $269
  • Aix en Provence Transfer to Marseille Cruise port: $118
  • Marseille Cruise Port Transfer to Aix en Provence: $118
  • Aix TGV transfer to Marseille Port or Airport or Aix city: $93

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence?

Prices for flights to both Aix-en-Provence and Lanzarote 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
    Lanzarote 42
    Aix-en-Provence 33

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

Typical Food Prices in Aix-en-Provence

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Aix-en-Provence:


  • Dinner for 2
    47

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aix-en-Provence

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aix-en-Provence.

  • NO DIET CLUB - Best food tour in Aix en Provence (En / Fr): $62
  • Food Tour: $102
  • Aix-en-Provence Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Aix-en-Provence 22

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

Tours and Activities in Aix-en-Provence

Here are a few actual costs in Aix-en-Provence for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Aix en Provence City Tour with Wine and Cheese - From Aix: $82
  • 2-Hour Foodie Tour with 10 Tastings in Aix-en-Provence: $76
  • 2H: Wine-Tour in Provence: $274
  • 4-Hour Lavender Fields Tour in Valensole from Aix-en-Provence: $87
  • Aix en Provence City Tour with Wine and Cheese: $80
  • Aix-en-Provence Walking Food and Culture Tour - 3 hour private tour: $131
  • A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • Arles & Camargue National Park Private Tour: $1,016
  • Arles, Baux, & Saint-Rémy-de-Provence Tour: $1,016
  • Avignon Tour & Chateauneuf-du-Pape Tasting: $1,048
  • E-Bike Tour of Mount Sainte-Victoire: $73
  • Guided Foodie Tour with Tastings: $70

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Aix-en-Provence 14

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Aix-en-Provence

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Aix-en-Provence:

  • Half day Wine Tour in Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire from Aix en Provence: $93
  • Half Day Wine Tour in Coteaux d'Aix: $96
  • Half day Wine Tour in Côteaux Aix from Aix en Provence: $98
  • Half day Wine Tour in Bandol & Cassis from Aix en Provence: $104
  • From Wine Tour in Cezanne Countryside: $106
  • Provence small group half-day wine tour from Aix: $107
  • Cotes de Provence Wine Tour from Aix-en-Provence: $108
  • Aix en Provence: Delicious Food and Wine Tour: $117
  • Full Day Wine Tour in Luberon with Tasting: $143
  • Full day Wine Tour around Luberon from Aix en Provence: $151
  • Provence Day Trip with Cassis Village Boat Ride and Local Wine Tasting from Aix: $164
  • From Provence Region Tour with Wine Tasting: $166


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Aix-en-Provence, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Aix-en-Provence much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aix-en-Provence would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Aix-en-Provence Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence?

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 Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Aix-en-Provence. Additionally, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Aix-en-Provence this time of year.

In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Aix-en-Provence. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Aix-en-Provence averages at about 24°C (75°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aix-en-Provence. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets less sunshine than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aix-en-Provence receives 366 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Aix-en-Provence receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Aix-en-Provence 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence in the Autumn?

Both Aix-en-Provence and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Aix-en-Provence for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Aix-en-Provence. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Aix-en-Provence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

It's quite sunny in Aix-en-Provence. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Aix-en-Provence during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Aix-en-Provence receives 205 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Aix-en-Provence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Aix-en-Provence 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence in the Winter?

Both Aix-en-Provence and Lanzarote during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Aix-en-Provence in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Lanzarote is much warmer than Aix-en-Provence in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Aix-en-Provence fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aix-en-Provence receives 150 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Aix-en-Provence receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Aix-en-Provence 7°C (44°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Aix-en-Provence in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Aix-en-Provence. Also, most visitors come to Aix-en-Provence for the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Lanzarote is much warmer than Aix-en-Provence. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Aix-en-Provence averages at about 13°C (56°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aix-en-Provence this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Aix-en-Provence during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Aix-en-Provence receives 245 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Aix-en-Provence. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Aix-en-Provence receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Aix-en-Provence 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Aix-en-Provence and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Aix-en-Provence
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 7°C (44°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 10°C (50°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 13°C (56°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 21°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (74°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (69°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 11°C (51°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)