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

Should you visit Lanzarote or Korcula?

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

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

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.

Korcula

Korcula is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea. It lies just off the Dalmatian coast. This island is known for its dense forest and the ancient Greeks called the island Black Korcula for this reason. Korcula is one of Croatia's most treasured islands. Rich in vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, and harboring a glorious old town, the island of Korcula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island. Quiet coves and small sandy beaches dot the steep southern coast while the northern shore is flatter and with more pebbles. Tradition is alive and kicking on Korcula, with age-old religious ceremonies, folk music, and dances still being performed to the delight of an ever-growing influx of tourists.

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 Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.


Which place is cheaper, Korcula 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 Korcula is €90. 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 Korcula in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Korcula 58
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Korcula 116
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Korcula

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Korcula? 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 Korcula


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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: Korcula Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Korcula 1.40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

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

  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Korcula

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Korcula:

  • Private One Way Transfer from Orebić to Dubrovnik: $205
  • Island Stupe / Moro Beach Transfer: $26

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Korcula?

Prices for flights to both Korcula 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
    Korcula 28

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 Korcula

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Korcula.

  • Private Half-Day Cooking Workshop Gastronomy in Korcula: $87
  • Korcula walking tour and dinner for Food Lovers: $228
  • Korčula: Island Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting and Dinner: $321

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Korcula 11

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.

  • Lanzarote : Museo Lagomar Entry Ticket: $8.56
  • Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.56
  • Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
  • Audio Guided Tour of the El Grifo Wine Museum: $16
  • Aquarium Entry Ticket: $16
  • Return or 1-Way Ferry Ticket to Fuerteventura: $20
  • Jameos del Agua Entry Ticket: $21
  • Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $24
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $24
  • San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $27
  • Timanfaya National Park Bus Tour w/ Entry Ticket: $27
  • Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $27

Tours and Activities in Korcula

Here are a few actual costs in Korcula for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 Hour Private Walking Tour in Korcula : $75
  • 3 Islands Tour - HopOnHopOff - Daily Ticket : $33
  • Bits of History - Half day kayak Tour: $66
  • City tour Korćula - private walking tour: $117
  • Croatia Korcula Island Buggy Safari Tour: $120
  • Dubrovnik Republic Tour From Korcula and Orebic: $98
  • From Dubrovnik Private tour to Korčula Island: $342
  • From Dubrovnik Old Town Private yacht cruise: $3,743
  • Half Day Original Buggy Adventure and Safari Tour in Korcula: $109
  • Half day Lago di Korcula Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour: $64
  • Jeanneau Prestige 440 Fly Private Boat Tour: $1,497
  • Korcula Island Mountain E Bike Tour: $186

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Korcula 9.69

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 Korcula

Also in Korcula, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine Tasting at Black Island Winery: $31
  • Slurp of Grk Wine Tour: $92
  • Day Tour from Dubrovnik - Korčula and Pelješac Wine Tasting: $92
  • Wine Tour Korcula: $98
  • Half-Day Bike Tour in Lumbarda with Wine Tasting: $105
  • Korcula Buggy Safari With Wine Tasting: $107
  • Korcula Bike & Wine Tour: $111
  • Private Korcula wine tour and tasting : $131
  • Wine tour Korčula - private tour: $146
  • Enchanted Forest Hike and Wine Tasting Private Tour: $158
  • Korcula Island Sightseeing Tour Including Wine Tasting: $229


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Korcula, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Korcula much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Korcula would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Korcula 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 Korcula.

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Korcula?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lanzarote or Korcula in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Korcula. Also, many travelers come to Korcula for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Korcula in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Korcula fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Korcula. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets less sunshine than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Korcula receives 345 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Korcula receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Korcula 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Korcula in the Autumn?

Both Korcula and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Korcula in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Korcula. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Korcula averages at about 18°C (64°F).

It's quite sunny in Korcula. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Korcula during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Korcula receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Korcula receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Korcula 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Korcula in the Winter?

Both Korcula and Lanzarote during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Korcula for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Korcula. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Korcula fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Korcula receives 128 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Korcula receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Korcula 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Korcula in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Korcula. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Korcula because of the beaches and the natural beauty.

Lanzarote is a little warmer than Korcula in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Korcula fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Korcula this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Korcula during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Korcula receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Korcula. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Korcula receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Korcula 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Korcula and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Korcula
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)