A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lanzarote vs. Sibenik for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lanzarote or Sibenik?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Sibenik, 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 Sibenik?

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.

Sibenik

Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik.


Which place is cheaper, Sibenik or Lanzarote?

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 Sibenik is €93. 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 Sibenik in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Sibenik 55
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Sibenik 110
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Sibenik

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Sibenik? 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 Sibenik


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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: Sibenik Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Sibenik 13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

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

  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibenik

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

  • Private transfer from Sibenik to Split: $262
  • Airport transfer from Split to Šibenik or vice versa: $164
  • Private transfer from Sibenik to Split airport: $126

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Sibenik?

Prices for flights to both Sibenik 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 42
    Sibenik 29

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Sibenik 12

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 Sibenik

For Sibenik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Kornati island National Park & Telascica Nature Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
  • Šibenik Riviera boat tour: Zlarin + Prvić + Tijat: $120
  • Daily or night walking tour through Medieval Šibenik: $45
  • Discover Šibenik - Evening walking tour : $38
  • Full-Day Sailing Tour in Šibenik Archipelago: $164
  • Kornati Experience small group (12 pax) boat tour: $137
  • Krka Waterfalls National Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
  • Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour: $49
  • Private walking tour of Sibenik: $164
  • Sibenik Private Combined Food & Drink and Historical Tour: $152
  • The Best of Sibenik Private Walking Tour: $164
  • Via Ferrata tour - Čikola Canyon: $74

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Sibenik 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

Sample the Local Flavors in Sibenik

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sibenik:

  • Vinoplod Winery - Wine Tasting Tour: $29
  • Private Krka Waterfalls Tour with Wine Tasting from Sibenik: $213
  • From Split or Trogir: Krka National Park & Wine Tasting Tour: $1,069


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Sibenik, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Sibenik much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sibenik would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sibenik 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 Sibenik.

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Sibenik?

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 Sibenik in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Sibenik. Also, many visitors come to Sibenik in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Lanzarote is generally around the same temperature as Sibenik. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Sibenik fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sibenik this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Sibenik during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Sibenik receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Sibenik 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sibenik in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Sibenik. Also, most visitors come to Sibenik for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Lanzarote is a little warmer than Sibenik in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Sibenik fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sibenik. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sibenik receives 200 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Sibenik 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sibenik in the Winter?

Both Sibenik and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Lanzarote is much warmer than Sibenik. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Sibenik averages at about 8°C (47°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Sibenik during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Sibenik receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Sibenik 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sibenik in the Spring?

Both Sibenik and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sibenik this time of year.

In April, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Sibenik. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Sibenik fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

In Sibenik, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sibenik receives 212 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Sibenik. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sibenik receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Sibenik 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Sibenik and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Sibenik
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)