Which place is cheaper, La Rochelle or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or La Rochelle?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or La Rochelle, 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 La Rochelle?
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.
La Rochelle
La Rochelle is a lovely French city in the province of Charente-Maritime. It's located in western France and is a seaport on the Bay of Biscay. Most people who visit the city enjoy exploring the "Vieux Port" or Old Harbour area. This area is the heart of the city and it is a beautiful neighborhood that has many seafood restaurants and nice architecture. It's particularly enjoyable to walk around during the evening hours. Ile de Re is connected to the city by a bridge and is also a nice place to visit. If you head out of town, the surrounding countryside is very rural. North of the city is Venise Verte, which is very marshy and has many small canals. It's a popular area for inland boating.
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 Paris, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161La Rochelle €114
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in La Rochelle is €114. 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 La Rochelle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95La Rochelle €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190La Rochelle €134
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and La Rochelle
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or La Rochelle? 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: La Rochelle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40La Rochelle €17
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Rochelle
Also for La Rochelle, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Port to Nantes Airport (NTE): $88
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Cruise Port to Nantes Hotels: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or La Rochelle?
Prices for flights to both La Rochelle 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 €42La Rochelle €34
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 €17La Rochelle €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
Tours and Activities in La Rochelle
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for La Rochelle.
- 3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour: $90
- 1.5 Hour Guided Tour in Poitiers: $98
- Discover Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle: $44
- Guided tour of La Rochelle The splendor of merchants in the 18th century: $22
- La Rochelle "The Heritage" Segway Tour - 1h30: $59
- La Rochelle : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- La Rochelle : Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a local: $60
- La Rochelle : Private Custom Walking Tour With a Local Guide: $50
- La Rochelle Grand Format Segway Tour: $87
- La Rochelle Heritage Segway Tour: $60
- La Rochelle Lighthouse at the end of the world Segway Tour: $44
- La Rochelle Seaside Segway Tour: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29La Rochelle €16
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and La Rochelle, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is La Rochelle much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Rochelle would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is La Rochelle Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or La Rochelle?
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 La Rochelle in the Summer?
Both La Rochelle and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to La Rochelle for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than La Rochelle in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and La Rochelle fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in La Rochelle. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as La Rochelle during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while La Rochelle receives 267 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while La Rochelle receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)La Rochelle 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or La Rochelle in the Autumn?
Both La Rochelle and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to La Rochelle because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the small town atmosphere.
In the autumn, Lanzarote is much warmer than La Rochelle. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and La Rochelle averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while La Rochelle receives 141 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while La Rochelle receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)La Rochelle 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or La Rochelle in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and La Rochelle. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to La Rochelle this time of year.
In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than La Rochelle. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and La Rochelle fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than La Rochelle during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while La Rochelle receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while La Rochelle receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)La Rochelle 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or La Rochelle in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as La Rochelle. Also, many travelers come to La Rochelle for the beaches and the small town charm.
Lanzarote is much warmer than La Rochelle in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and La Rochelle fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while La Rochelle receives 187 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than La Rochelle. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while La Rochelle receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)La Rochelle 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for La Rochelle and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
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