Which place is cheaper, Rijeka or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Rijeka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Rijeka, 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 Rijeka?
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.
Rijeka
Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.
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 Croatia, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Rijeka €95
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Rijeka is €95. 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 Rijeka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Rijeka €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Rijeka €100
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Rijeka
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Rijeka? 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: Rijeka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Rijeka €16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Rijeka?
Prices for flights to both Rijeka 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 €42Rijeka €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 €17Rijeka €8.89
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 Rijeka
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rijeka are as follows:
- Drava Sup Exploring Adventure: $44
- From Golden Island of Krk Tour: $93
- Istria Highlights Tour from Rijeka or Pula: $122
- Private Sunset Boat Tour: $631
- Private Walking Cultural Tour of Rijeka: $235
- History of Military Forts Guided Tour: $64
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $127
- Pula, Rovinj, and Panoramic Istrian Coast Tour: $121
- Tour the underground with no experience required: $64
- Ucka Mountain: Guided Hiking Tour: $449
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Rijeka €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 Rijeka, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Rijeka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Rijeka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rijeka 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 Rijeka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Rijeka Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Rijeka?
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 Rijeka in the Summer?
Both Rijeka and Lanzarote during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Rijeka because of the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Rijeka. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Rijeka averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In Rijeka, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rijeka receives 288 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Rijeka 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Rijeka in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Rijeka. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Rijeka this time of year.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Rijeka. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Rijeka fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Rijeka during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Rijeka receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Rijeka 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Rijeka in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Rijeka. Additionally, many travelers come to Rijeka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Rijeka in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Rijeka fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rijeka receives 96 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Rijeka 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Rijeka in the Spring?
Both Rijeka and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Rijeka in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Rijeka. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Rijeka averages at about 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Rijeka during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Rijeka receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Rijeka. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Rijeka receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Rijeka 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Rijeka and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Rijeka | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.