Which place is cheaper, Lugo or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Lugo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Lugo, 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 Lugo?
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.
Lugo
Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Lugo €98
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Lugo is €98. 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 Lugo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Lugo €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Lugo €100
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Lugo
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Lugo? 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: Lugo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Lugo €20
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Lugo?
Prices for flights to both Lugo 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 €42Lugo €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 €17Lugo €13
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 Lugo
Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $80
- ¡¡NEW!! Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $80
- Cathedral of Santa Maria Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $6.42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Lugo €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 Lugo, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Lugo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lugo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lugo 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 Lugo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Lugo Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Lugo?
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 Lugo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Lugo.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Lugo in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Lugo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lugo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Lugo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Lugo in the Autumn?
Both Lugo and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Lugo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Lugo averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lugo. In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Lugo 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Lugo in the Winter?
Both Lugo and Lanzarote during the winter are popular places to visit.
In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun.
Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Lugo 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Lugo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Lugo.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Lugo in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Lugo fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Lugo. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Lugo 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Lugo and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Lugo | |||
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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) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 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.