Which place is cheaper, Bilbao or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Bilbao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Bilbao, 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 Bilbao?
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.
Bilbao
The industrial city of Bilbao is located on a port of the Nervión River in northern Spain, an important location of Basque country. While the downtown is filled with skyscrapers and innovative architecture, it sits between a river and mountains of natural allure. A city of hard-workers to the core, Bilbao displays remnants of its industrial past, though in more recent years it has transformed into a center for art. It is now a popular location for visitors looking to experience art galleries and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Lanzarote Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €192Bilbao €170
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €192, while the average daily cost in Bilbao is €170. 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 Bilbao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Bilbao €72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Bilbao €144
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Bilbao
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Bilbao? 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: Bilbao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Bilbao €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $41
- Aquapark Costa Teguise tickets with Optional Transfer: $30
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $47
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $57
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $44
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Private transfers from Lanzarote airport (ACE) to Playa Banca: $86
- Roundtrip Ferry Transfer to La Graciosa with Free Wifi: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bilbao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bilbao:
- Bilbao Airport (BIO) to San Sebastian City Center Transfer: $417
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Pamplona: $412
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Santander: $312
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to San Sebastian: $312
- Private Transfer from Vitoria Airport to San Sebastian city: $287
- Private Transfer from Bilbao to San Sebastian: $264
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to San Sebastian Airport: $264
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to Santander: $249
- Private Transfer from Bilbao to Santander Port: $249
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport to Santander Port: $249
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Logroño Airport : $241
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Pamplona Airport : $226
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Bilbao?
Prices for flights to both Bilbao 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 €73Bilbao €77
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: $62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bilbao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bilbao.
- Basque Food Tour with Guide: $83
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairings: $100
- The High End Bilbao Food Tour for Foodies: $106
- The High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $108
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $108
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $111
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class with Open Bar: $111
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $113
- Paella Cooking Class with Sangria in Bilbao: $132
- Traditional Basque Cooking Class with Wine Tasting: $153
- Private Luxury Pintxos & Premium Wines Gourmet Food Tour: $178
- Guggenheim Museum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour & Dinner: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Bilbao €29
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.46
- LagOmar Museum Entry Ticket: $11
- Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
- Aquarium Entry Ticket: $17
- Parasailing Adventure in Puerto del Carmen: $21
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $23
- Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $23
- San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $26
- Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $26
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Ferry return ticket to la Graciosa with free wifi: $30
- Puerto del Carmen: Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Tour with Swim: $32
Tours and Activities in Bilbao
Here are a few actual costs in Bilbao for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour from Bilbao: $285
- Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour: $80
- Year of Love in Quest Experience: $8.07
- 2 Hours Private Family Guided Walking Tour in Bilbao: $194
- 3-day Bilbao Bike Tour and Guggenheim Museum Ticket: $253
- Awesome Bilbao – Private Family Walking Tour: $423
- Awesome Bilbao – Private Family Walking Tour: $379
- BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $35
- Basque Country 7-Day Guided Tour from Bilbao: $1,131
- Biarritz and French Basque coast small group tour lunch included: $257
- Bike tour with Pintxos & Drinks in Getxo (Scenic Bilbao Seaside): $47
- Bilbao & Guggenheim Private Walking Tour from Hotel/Center: $276
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Bilbao €21
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Bilbao
Also in Bilbao, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unique Spanish Wine Tasting with Sommelier - In Bilbao: $52
- Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide: $78
- From La Rioja Wineries Day Trip with Wine Tastings: $79
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $145
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $174
- Guided Txacoli Wine Tasting: $185
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $242
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Vitoria: $248
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour - 2 Wineries & Picnic Lunch (From Bilbao): $248
- From Rioja Architecture and Wine Tour: $259
- From Private San Sebastian, Pintxo, and Wine Tour: $261
- Premium Wine Tour of Rioja with Gourmet Lunch (From Bilbao): $328
When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Bilbao, 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 Bilbao Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Bilbao?
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 Bilbao in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Bilbao. Additionally, many visitors come to Bilbao in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Bilbao in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Bilbao fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bilbao receives 188 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Bilbao 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Bilbao in the Autumn?
Both Bilbao and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Bilbao for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Bilbao. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Bilbao averages at about 16°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Bilbao during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Bilbao receives 125 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bilbao. In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Bilbao 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Bilbao in the Winter?
Both Bilbao and Lanzarote during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Bilbao because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Bilbao. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Bilbao fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bilbao receives 77 hours of full sun.
Bilbao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Bilbao 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Bilbao in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Bilbao. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Bilbao this time of year.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Bilbao in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Bilbao fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Bilbao during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Bilbao receives 117 hours of full sun in the spring.
Bilbao receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Bilbao. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Bilbao receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Bilbao 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Bilbao and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Bilbao | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 135 mm (5.3 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.