Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Costa de Prata, 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 Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Costa de Prata €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Costa de Prata? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Costa de Prata €53
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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 €42Costa de Prata €44
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Costa de Prata €13
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Costa de Prata €8.13
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
When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Costa de Prata, 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 Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Costa de Prata?
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 Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Costa de Prata.
Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata 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)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Costa de Prata.
In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata 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)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
Both Costa de Prata and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Costa de Prata in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata 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)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Costa de Prata | |||
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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) |
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