A Travel Price Comparison for Spain Lanzarote vs. Playa del Ingles for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Lanzarote or Playa del Ingles?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Playa del Ingles, 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 Playa del Ingles?

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.

Playa del Ingles

Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.

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.


Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Lanzarote?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Lanzarote Prices
    Spain Prices
    Playa del Ingles Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Lanzarote €192
    Playa del Ingles €216

The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €192, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is €216. 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 Playa del Ingles in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote €95
    Playa del Ingles €93
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote €190
    Playa del Ingles €186
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Playa del Ingles

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Playa del Ingles? 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 Playa del Ingles


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote €40
    Playa del Ingles €61

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

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

  • Roundtrip Ferry Transfer to La Graciosa with Free Wifi: $34
  • Private transfers from Lanzarote airport (ACE) to Playa Banca: $95
  • Private Transfer from Lanzarote Airport (ACE) to Arrecife Port: $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $81
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13
  • Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $49
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $59
  • La Graciosa: Transfer + Ferry + free time to explore at your leisure: $64
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $47
  • LANZAROTE Airport - Accommodation Transfer: $64

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Playa del Ingles?

Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles 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 €73
    Playa del Ingles €84

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote

For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • MHT Lanzarote - Comedy Drag Dinner Show Experience - No1: $58
  • MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $63
  • Timanfaya National Park Tour with BBQ Dinner: $134
  • Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $139
  • Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $159

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote €17
    Playa del Ingles €33

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: $148
  • 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $59
  • 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $154
  • 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $62
  • 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $154
  • 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $60
  • 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $202
  • 3-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $190
  • 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $213
  • 4x4 Lanzarote Tour to Famara Teguise Beach and Volcanoes: $82
  • Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $36
  • Arrecife Walking Guided Tour of Lanzarote: $53

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote €9.29
    Playa del Ingles €7.86

Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote

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

  • Wine Lovers: Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega Lanzarote: $58
  • 4x4 Volcanic Adventure with Wine Tasting: $63
  • Lanzarote Family Winery: Lava Flow Tour and Wine Tasting: $65

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Playa del Ingles?

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 Playa del Ingles in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Playa del Ingles.


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