Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Tangier, 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 Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Tangier is €57. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Tangier? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier to Marrakesh: $801
- Transfer from Tangier to Nador: $618
- Transfer from Tangier to Casablanca: $397
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- Tangier to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $276
- Private Transfer from Asilah to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $273
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- Private Transfer from Tarifa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $262
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfer from Tangier to Kenitra: $237
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 €42Tangier €19
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
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Tangier €18
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 Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $541
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $512
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Tangier €9.87
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 Tangier, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lanzarote is in Europe and Tangier is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Tangier?
Lanzarote has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Lanzarote or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Lanzarote is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Tangier. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Tangier. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Tangier. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In April, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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