Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Dubrovnik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Dubrovnik, 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 Dubrovnik?
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.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Dubrovnik €97
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is €97. 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 Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Dubrovnik €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Dubrovnik €100
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Dubrovnik? 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: Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Dubrovnik €12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town€1.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Zagreb - Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik - Zagreb: $1,030
- From Split or Trogir: Private Transfer to Dubrovnik City: $588
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo: $558
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Podgorica: $542
- Private Transfer to Split with Oyster Tasting: $535
- Private transfer from Split to Dubrovnik - door to door: $535
- Dubrovnik to Split 1-Way Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar: $451
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik from Split with stop options: $428
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva: $391
- Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik: $385
- One Way Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik: $372
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik 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 €42Dubrovnik €33
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
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)€29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $80
- Secrets of traditional Dalmatian cuisine with a cooking class: $128
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $179
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $198
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $202
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $209
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $214
- Dubrovnik Food Tour with Friendly Local Guide: $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Dubrovnik €19
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)€13
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)€53
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)€45
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- MONTENEGRO TOUR from Dubrovnik: $104
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $58
- 1 Hour Shared Dubrovnik Guided Walking Tour : $26
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $20
- 2 Hours Dubrovnik City Walls Group Walking Tour: $49
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $137
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $22
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $108
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $44
- 4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik: $85
- 4 Hours Speed Boat Group Tour of Blue Cave, Lopud, and Kolocep : $85
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $8.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Dubrovnik €14
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 Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $49
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $70
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $84
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik with Train Ride and Wine Tasting: $84
- Interactive Wine Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Dubrovnik, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Dubrovnik much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dubrovnik would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Dubrovnik?
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 Dubrovnik in the Summer?
Both Dubrovnik and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Dubrovnik. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Dubrovnik 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Dubrovnik in the Autumn?
Both Dubrovnik and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Dubrovnik gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Dubrovnik. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Dubrovnik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Dubrovnik in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Dubrovnik. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Dubrovnik this time of year.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Dubrovnik in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik 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)Dubrovnik 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Dubrovnik in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Dubrovnik. Additionally, many travelers come to Dubrovnik for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Dubrovnik. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Dubrovnik. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Dubrovnik and Lanzarote
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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) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 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.