Which place is cheaper, Meknes or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Meknes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Meknes, 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 Meknes?
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.
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
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 Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Meknes €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Meknes is €43. 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 Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Meknes €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Meknes €48
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Meknes? 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: Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Meknes €1.37
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes 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 €42Meknes €13
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 Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn€0.19
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Spices€2.34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Meknes €3.32
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 Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- Fes Volubilis Tour: $45
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $17
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $258
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Meknes €2.45
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine€4.29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Meknes, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lanzarote is in Europe and Meknes is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Meknes?
Lanzarote has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Lanzarote or Meknes in the Summer?
Both Meknes and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Meknes. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Meknes averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Meknes. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Meknes during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 330 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Meknes. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Meknes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Meknes in the Autumn?
Both Meknes and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Meknes. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Meknes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
In Meknes, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Meknes. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 227 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Meknes. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Meknes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Meknes in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Meknes. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Meknes in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Meknes fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Meknes during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 165 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Meknes. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Meknes 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Meknes in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Meknes. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Meknes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Meknes averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Meknes. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 256 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Meknes. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Meknes 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Meknes and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 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.