Which place is cheaper, Arles or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Arles?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Arles, 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 Arles?
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.
Arles
Arles is a city (and commune) in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhone department. A large part of the Camargue is located on the territory of the commune, making it the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory. The city has a long history, and was considerably important in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles from 1888 to 1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there. The Arles area is full of culture and rich in history. It has many treasures, points of interest, and colorful sunbaked houses and is a great introduction into the Camarguais culture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to France, and The Best G Adventures Tours to France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Arles €142
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Arles is €142. 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 Arles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Arles €71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Arles €142
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Arles
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Arles? 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: Arles Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Arles €23
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 Arles
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arles:
- Arles to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Arles?
Prices for flights to both Arles 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
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Food Meals for one dayLanzarote €42Arles €52
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 Arles
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Arles:
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Cooked Clams€4.50
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Ice Cream€1.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Arles €31
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Arles
Here are a few typical costs in Arles for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Castle Entrance Fee€5.50
Tours and Activities in Arles
Here are a few actual costs in Arles for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Arles 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $187
- Arles Private guided walking tour from Marseille: $342
- Arles, Saint-Rémy & Les Baux De Provence: Guided Tour: $1,176
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $201
- Art and History Walking Tour: $299
- City tour 1 hour of the city, its history, its monuments,: $84
- City tour 45mn of the city, its history, its monuments,: $70
- From Avignon: Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence & Saint-Rémy Tour: $106
- Half Day Private Guided Tour of Arles: $202
- Private Guided Tour of Arles: $218
- Provence Region Roman Abbey of Montmajour Entrance Ticket: $7.64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Arles €24
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 Arles
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Arles:
- Lavender Field & Distillery Tour between Nimes & Arles: $6.20
When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Arles, we can see that Lanzarote 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 Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Arles Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Arles?
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 Arles in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Arles. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Arles because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Arles. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Arles averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Arles. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets less sunshine than Arles. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Arles receives 354 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Arles. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Arles receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Arles 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Arles in the Autumn?
Both Arles and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Arles this time of year.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Arles. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Arles fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Arles during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Arles receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Arles. In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Arles. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Arles receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Arles 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Arles in the Winter?
Both Arles and Lanzarote during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Arles for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Arles in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Arles fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Arles. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Arles receives 146 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Arles. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Arles receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Arles 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Arles in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Arles. Also, many visitors come to Arles in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Lanzarote is much warmer than Arles. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Arles averages at about 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Arles this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Arles during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Arles receives 218 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Arles. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Arles receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Arles 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Arles and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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