Which place is cheaper, Cagliari or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Cagliari?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Cagliari, 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 Cagliari?
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.
Cagliari
Cagliari is the capital of the Italian island, Sardinia, located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is best known for its abundance of seafood, beach access, and an array of architecture that reflects both Roman and medieval history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Cagliari €120
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Cagliari is €120. 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 Cagliari in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Cagliari €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Cagliari €132
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Cagliari
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Cagliari? 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: Cagliari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Cagliari €31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cagliari
Also for Cagliari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Cagliari airport City - Orosei city Marina: $513
- Cagliari Elmas Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Cagliari: $65
- Transfer / taxi Cagliari Airport - Cagliari city: $60
- Private Transfer from Cagliari hotels to Cagliari Cruise Port: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Cagliari?
Prices for flights to both Cagliari 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 €42Cagliari €35
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cagliari
For Cagliari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sardinia Cooking Class: Fresh Handmade Pasta: $75
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting: $80
- Homemade fresh pasta cooking: $82
- Sardinia Traditional Food Tour: $87
- Sardinian Cooking Class with Meal and Drinks: $96
- Traditional Sardinian Lunch and Cooking Class In Cagliari: $116
- Romantic sunset dinner experience with private chef: $159
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Cagliari €17
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 Cagliari
For Cagliari, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Guided Tour of San Pancras and Castello: $43
- 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Historical Cagliari: $64
- Archaeological tour of Nora: $91
- Barumini Unesco Site and Giara of Gesturi Tour from Cagliari: $98
- Beach Tour Porto Pino & Piscinnì from Cagliari: $91
- Beachtour Marina Rei & Sant'Elmo from Cagliari: $91
- Beachtour Porto Giunco & Cala Sinzias from Cagliari: $91
- Beachtour to Chia & Tuerredda from Cagliari: $91
- Boat Tour at Devil's Saddle: 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco: $60
- Boat Tour in the Gulf of Cagliari with aperitif on board: $84
- Cagliari : Highlights & Hidden gems Private Walking Tour: $70
- Cagliari : Private Custom Walking Tour with Local Guide: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Cagliari €7.57
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 Cagliari
Also in Cagliari, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Artisanal Food and Wine Tasting Experience: $48
- WINE TOUR with sommelier in a winery near Cagliari: $66
- Small-Group Food and Wine Tour from Cagliari: $98
- Wine Tour Sardinia: $107
- Wine tour aroud vineyards of Cagliari : $109
- Wine Tasting & Winery Tour: $266
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting with Lunch: $641
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Cagliari, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Cagliari much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cagliari would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cagliari 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 Cagliari.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Cagliari Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Cagliari?
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 Cagliari in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Cagliari. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Cagliari because of the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Cagliari in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Cagliari fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cagliari this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Cagliari during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Cagliari receives 337 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cagliari receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Cagliari 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Cagliari in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Cagliari. Additionally, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Cagliari this time of year.
In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Cagliari. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Cagliari averages at about 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cagliari receives 192 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cagliari receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Cagliari 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Cagliari in the Winter?
Both Cagliari and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Cagliari for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Cagliari. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Cagliari fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Cagliari during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Cagliari receives 131 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cagliari receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Cagliari 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Cagliari in the Spring?
Both Cagliari and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Cagliari in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Cagliari in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Cagliari fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In Cagliari, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cagliari receives 202 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Cagliari. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cagliari receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Cagliari 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Cagliari and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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