A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lanzarote vs. Bari for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lanzarote or Bari?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Bari, 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 Bari?

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.

Bari

Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Bari 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 Bari is €113. 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 Bari in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Bari 73
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Bari 146
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Bari

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Bari? 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 Bari


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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: Bari Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Bari 11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:


  • Train to Lecce
    44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari

Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer:From BARI CENTER to ROME AIRPORTS or reverse: $1,068
  • Bari or Naples: Private Transfer Service: $541
  • From 1-Way Private Transfer to Monte Sant'Angelo: $492
  • From 1-Way Private Transfer to San Giovanni Rotondo: $492
  • Private 24-seat Coach Transfer: From Bari Airport to Matera: $417
  • Private transfert from Bari to Naples: $401
  • From 1-Way Private Transfer to Matera: $310
  • Private Transfer from Bari to Amalfi with 2 hours for sightseeing: $296
  • Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Mesagne: $284
  • Vineyard Wine Tasting & soft lunch & transfer included: $273
  • Private Transfer from Bari to Naples with 2 hours for sightseeing: $270
  • Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Valle d'Itria: $268

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Bari?

Prices for flights to both Bari 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
    Bari 32

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 Bari

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:


  • Dinner
    44
  • Coffee
    2.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari

For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $39
  • Bari Walking Street Food Tour: $48
  • Bari Street Food Tour by Bike: $70
  • Italian Street Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $70
  • Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour: $76
  • Street Food Tour in Bari old town - Do Eat Better Experience: $78
  • Rickshaw Street Food Tour: $80
  • Conversano: Apulian cooking lesson with dinner included: $82
  • Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $82
  • Bari Street Food Tour on Segway: $86
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Barletta with Show Cooking: $93
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Margherita di Savoia with Show Cooking: $93

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Bari 8.61

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.

  • 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
  • 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
  • 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
  • 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
  • 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
  • 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
  • 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
  • 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
  • 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
  • Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
  • Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
  • Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57

Tours and Activities in Bari

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.

  • Bari tour with a local tour guide.: $219
  • Private Experience - day of fishing on the Bari coast: $219
  •  Guided tour and tasting at La Cantina Frrud - Wine Museum: $38
  • 1.5 Hour Cave's Tour Polignano a Mare: $38
  • 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour of Altamura the Lioness of Puglia: $38
  • 2 Hours Private Guided Tour in the Historic Centre of Altamura: $229
  • 2-Hour Bari City Tour: $241
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Bari with Street Food: $49
  • Alberobello Private Tour with Pick Up: $175
  • Alberobello, Monopoli Polignano Small-Group Guided Tour from Bari: $152
  • Altamura walking tour: $229
  • Apulia: Bike Tour through the Treasures of Bari: $37

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Bari 13

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

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:


  • Beer
    2.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Bari

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:

  • Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $79
  • Private Tour: Trani walking tour with Moscato wine tasting: $115
  • Wine tasting experience in the Apulian countryside : $235


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

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Bari?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lanzarote or Bari in the Summer?

Both Bari and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bari in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Bari. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Bari averages at about 25°C (76°F).

It's quite sunny in Bari. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Bari during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 336 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Bari. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bari receives 9 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Bari 25°C (76°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Bari in the Autumn?

Both Bari and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Bari for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Bari. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Bari fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Bari. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 178 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Bari. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bari receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Bari 18°C (65°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Bari in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Bari. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Bari because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Lanzarote is much warmer than Bari in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Bari fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Bari during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Bari. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Bari receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Bari 10°C (49°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Bari in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Bari. Additionally, the beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Bari this time of year.

In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Bari. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Bari averages at about 14°C (58°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bari. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Bari. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 203 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Bari. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Bari receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Bari 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Bari and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Bari
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 10°C (49°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 10°C (50°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 12°C (53°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 14°C (58°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 18°C (64°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 22°C (71°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (76°F) 9 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (76°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (65°F) 70 mm (2.7 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)