Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Fuerteventura Island, 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 Fuerteventura Island?
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.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Lanzarote Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €192Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €192, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Fuerteventura Island? 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 €40Fuerteventura Island €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Lanzarote Airport (ACE) to Arrecife Port: $79
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $79
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $79
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $79
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13
- Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $48
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $58
- La Graciosa: Transfer + Ferry + Free Time to Explore at Your Leisure: $63
- LANZAROTE Airport - Accommodation Transfer: $63
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $82
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $52
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island 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 €73Fuerteventura Island €57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $56
- MHT Lanzarote - Comedy Drag Dinner Show Experience - No1: $57
- Timanfaya National Park Tour with BBQ Dinner: $147
- Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $153
- Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $58
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $61
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $152
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $62
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $198
- 3 Hour Guided Buggy Tour Around the Island of Lanzarote: $280
- 3-Hour Walking Tour in Los Volcanes Nature Reserve: $62
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $210
- 4 seater on road tour: $182
- 4-seater Mixed 3h Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $291
- 4x4 Lanzarote Tour to Famara Teguise Beach and Volcanoes: $80
- Aquapark Costa Teguise Entrance Ticket: $33
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2,5-hour Segway Tour around Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura: $93
- 2-hour 4-seater Buggy experience in Fuerteventura: $256
- 20-minute jet ski tour from Caleta de Fuste: $86
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $58
- 3-Hour Small-Group Sailing Tour around the Lobos Island: $76
- Catamaran Half-Day Cruise from Caleta de Fuste: $78
- Catamaran Sunset Deluxe Tour to Isle of Wolves: $58
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from North: $104
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $38
- Exclusive Sailing Catamaran Experience to Lobos Island with lunch: $82
- Explore the North of Fuerteventura - Private Camper Tour: $148
- FUERTEVENTURA: Sunset & Stargazing Volcano Tour & Telescope: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Sunset Vineyard Sightseeing Tour with Wine Tasting and Chocolate: $30
- Family Farm Goat Cheese & Wine Tasting Experience: $56
- Wine Lovers: Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega Lanzarote: $57
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Fuerteventura: Wine Tasting and El Cotillo Afternoon Escape: $90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Fuerteventura Island much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fuerteventura Island would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fuerteventura Island 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 Fuerteventura Island.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive?.
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.