Which place is cheaper, Sintra-Cascais National Park or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park, 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park?
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.
Sintra-Cascais National Park
The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is located on the west coast of Portugal and is often called the place where "the land ends and the sea begins". The UNESCO listed park is famous for being home to Cabo da Roca, a seaside cliff that is actually the westernmost part of Europe. Sintra-Cascais is interesting due to their large diversity in landscape which includes sand dunes, lakes, forests, and ocean cliffs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Portugal, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Sintra-Cascais National Park €142
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Sintra-Cascais National Park is €142. 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Sintra-Cascais National Park €63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Sintra-Cascais National Park €126
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Sintra-Cascais National Park
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park? 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: Sintra-Cascais National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Sintra-Cascais National Park €61
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 Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sintra-Cascais National Park 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 €42Sintra-Cascais National Park €41
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 €17Sintra-Cascais National Park €27
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Sintra-Cascais National Park €13
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 comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Sintra-Cascais National Park, 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
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 Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Summer?
Both Sintra-Cascais National Park and Lanzarote during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Lanzarote is generally around the same temperature as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Sintra-Cascais National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets less sunshine than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 352 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Sintra-Cascais National Park.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Sintra-Cascais National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Sintra-Cascais National Park fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sintra-Cascais National Park this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra-Cascais National Park during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Sintra-Cascais National Park.
In the winter, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park averages at about 12°C (53°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 Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 144 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Spring?
Both Sintra-Cascais National Park and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Sintra-Cascais National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra-Cascais National Park during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Sintra-Cascais National Park and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Sintra-Cascais National Park | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 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.