Which place is cheaper, Pompeii or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Pompeii, 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.
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.
Pompeii was once a 160-acre Roman port city, called home by more than 20,000 residents. In 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted and after burying the entire city 16 feet deep in ash, the debris destroyed everything in its path, killing thousands of people and affecting more than 200 square miles around the area.
However, the phenomenon is that the ash preserved everything as it was in that time and to this day, you can visit and observe life as it was nearly two thousand years ago, as figures of people running from the explosion have been burned permanently into history.
The best time to visit Pompeii is during spring, after the rains of March and before the scorching heat of June and July. On the downside, this is the beginning of the busy season for tourists, so while you'll enjoy pleasant weather, you won't be likely to avoid crowds. Conversely, November starts the low-season for travel, so you can easily skip the crowds, though you may have to compromise on weather, as the rains return this time of year. Rain and crowds won't be an issue if you visit during winter, but be warned, temperatures drop down to the 50's during the day, accompanied by winds.
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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 Pompeii is €151. 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 Pompeii in more detail.
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Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Pompeii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Pompeii:
When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Pompeii, we can see that Lanzarote 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 Pompeii Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Pompeii. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Pompeii because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Pompeii. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Pompeii averages at about 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pompeii this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Pompeii during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Pompeii.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Pompeii and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Pompeii for the museums.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Pompeii in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Pompeii fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Pompeii and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Lanzarote is much warmer than Pompeii. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Pompeii averages at about 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Pompeii. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Lanzarote | Pompeii | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |