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

Should you visit Lanzarote or Como?

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

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

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.

Como

At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.

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 from Rome, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome.


Which place is cheaper, Como 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 Como is €214. 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 Como in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Como 146
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Como 292
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Como

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Como? 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 Como


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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: Como Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Como 14

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 Como

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

  • From Como : Private 1-Way Transfer to Malpensa airport: $336
  • From Private 1-Way Transfer to Linate airport: $306
  • From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Como: $275
  • Milan Private Transfer from Cernobbio (Como) to Milan airports (LIN or MPX): $243
  • Private Transfer: Lake Como to Milan Airport MXP in Luxury Van: $236
  • Argegno: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $235
  • Como Private Transfer from Como city centre to Milan Malpensa Airport: $221
  • Pirvate transfer from Malpensa airport to Como and Cernobbio: $207
  • From Bellagio or Como hotels to Venice (+water taxi) - Private Transfer: $193
  • Private Transfer from Lezzeno or Pognana Lario or Faggeto Lario: $169
  • Private transfer from Lenno or Argegno or Ossuccio: $147
  • Bellagio to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $78

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Como?

Prices for flights to both Como 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
    Como 60

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 Como

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

  • COOKING, EATING, LOVING - Lasagna cooking Class for everyone!: $45
  • Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling: $49
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lentate Verbano with Show Cooking: $93
  • Lake Como Food Tour - Eat like a real Local: $108
  • Tour and historical dinner: Lake Como 1690: $131
  • Como Food Tour and the Farmers Market: $139
  • Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $160
  • Como Area: Pizza Training Experience: $160
  • Pizza Training Experience. Como Area: $163
  • Lecco Bike Tour & Pizza Lunch: $163
  • Private Market Tour & Lunch or Dinner with a Local: $171
  • Como Food Tour: $180

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Como -

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 Como

For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
  • “Public Tour” Lake Como By SuBacco: $131
  • 1 Hour Boat Tour of Lake Como from Bellagio: $43
  • 1 or 2 Hours Private Boat Tour on Lake villas and more: $374
  • 1 or 2 hours Private Boat Tour on Lake Como with Prosecco: $374
  • 2 Hours Como Private Walking Tour: $179
  • 2 Hours Como Private Walking Tour: $182
  • 2 hours Private Boat Tour Como Lake: $933
  • 2 hours Private and Exclusive Clay sculpture Art experience : $294
  • 2 hours Private boat tour on lake of Como: $909
  • 2h Boat Tour with Classic Venetian Limousine in Menaggio: $734
  • 3 Hour Private Kayaking Experience on Lake Como: $120

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Como -

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 Como

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

  • Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake: $60
  • Italian Wine Tasting & Food Como Lake: $70
  • Lake Food and Wine tour in Colico: $114
  • Wine Tastings with Chef Luigi Gandola: $135
  • Private Wine Tasting in Bellagio with Chef Luigi Gandola: $185
  • Food and Wine Tours Lake Como: $196


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Como, we can see that Como is more expensive. And not only is Lanzarote much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lanzarote would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lanzarote 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 Como would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Como than you might in Lanzarote.

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Como?

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 Como in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Como. Also, the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Como this time of year.

In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Como. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Como averages at about 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Como this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Como during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Como receives 250 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Como. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Como receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Como 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Como in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Como. Also, many travelers come to Como for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Como. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Como fluctuates around 15°C (58°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 Como. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Como receives 152 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Como. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Como. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Como receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Como 15°C (58°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Como in the Winter?

Both Como and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Como in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Como can get quite cold in the winter. Lanzarote is much warmer than Como in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Como fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Como during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Como receives 119 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Como. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Como receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Como 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Como in the Spring?

Both Como and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Como for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Lanzarote is much warmer than Como. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Como averages at about 13°C (55°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Como. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Como receives 176 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Como. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Como receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Como 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Como and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Como
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 6°C (44°F) 60 mm (2.3 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 10°C (49°F) 85 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 76 mm (3 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 17°C (62°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 20°C (69°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 22°C (72°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 15°C (58°F) 103 mm (4 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 9°C (49°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 6°C (42°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)