Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Coimbra, 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 Coimbra?
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.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Coimbra €103
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €103. 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 Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Coimbra €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Coimbra €88
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Coimbra? 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: Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Coimbra €11
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 Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra 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 €42Coimbra €48
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 Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chanfana: Cooking Traditional Portuguese Cuisine Experience: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Coimbra €18
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 Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Coimbra : $199
- A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão: $120
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $70
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $76
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk): $131
- Arista Tour - Penacova Windmills and Landscapes (noon): $76
- Bairrada Winery Route Experience, full-day from Coimbra: $134
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour: $254
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour with U.C. Tickets Early Access: $44
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Coimbra €12
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 Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Portugal: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Coimbra, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Coimbra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Coimbra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Coimbra 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 Coimbra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Coimbra?
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 Coimbra in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Coimbra.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Coimbra. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Coimbra averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Coimbra this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Coimbra.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 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 Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Coimbra in the Winter?
Both Coimbra and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Coimbra in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Coimbra. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Coimbra averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Coimbra. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.