Should you visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Costa Teguise?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Costa Teguise can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.
Costa Teguise
Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.
Which city is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €105, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is €123. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Costa Teguise in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €110. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €134 in Costa Teguise For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €55
Costa Teguise €67
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
€110
Costa Teguise
€134
Food
In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria travelers spend around €27 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
In Costa Teguise travelers spend around €33 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €39 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Costa Teguise's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €34 per person, per day on transportation in Costa Teguise.
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Local Transportation
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €39
Costa Teguise €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
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Private airport transfer from Gran Canaria Airport to Playa del Ingles:
$65
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Gran Canaria Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa del Inglés Hotels):
$49
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Private Transfer: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA):
$48
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Private Transfer from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Las Palmas (LPA) airport:
$47
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Private Airport Transfer: Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Puerto Rico Gran Canaria:
$43
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Private Airport Transfer: Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Maspalomas:
$31
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Private Airport Transfer: Las Palmas Gran Canaria to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA):
$25
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Private Airport Transfer: Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Las Palmas Gran Canaria:
$25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Costa Teguise
Also for Costa Teguise, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Costa Teguise Hotels to Lanzarote Airport):
$47
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Private Airport Transfer: from Costa Teguise to Lanzarote Airport (ACE):
$27
Is it cheaper to fly into Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Costa Teguise?
Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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.
Entertainment
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €13 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Costa Teguise can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €24 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
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Entertainment
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €13
Costa Teguise €24
Tours and Activities in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Here are a few actual costs in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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1-Hour Power Snorkel Experience in Las Canteras:
$68
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1-hour Night Snorkeling Experience in Las Canteras Beach:
$56
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45-minute Tuk-Tuk Tour around Las Canteras Beach:
$67
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90-minute Tuk-Tuk Neighbourhoods Tour around Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
$75
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90-minute Tuk-Tuk Viewpoints Tour around Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
$75
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City Sightseeing Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$27
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Gran Canaria Peaks Full-Day Tour from Las Palmas:
$52
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Gran Canaria Shore Excursion: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$27
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Guided Tour Old Town Las Palmas:
$9.95
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Harley Davidson Tour in the North of Gran Canaria:
$287
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Las Canteras Beach Snorkeling and species identification Tour:
$49
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Las Palmas Old Town private walking tour:
$400
Tours and Activities in Costa Teguise
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Costa Teguise.
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Snorkel guided tour in Lanzarote:
$44
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South Lanzarote Tour with Timanfaya Volcano Entrance:
$47
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Lanzarote Photo Safari Private Tour:
$280
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Las Palmas de Gran Canaria may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €5.99 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Costa Teguise, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €7.43.
Sample the Local Flavors in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Also in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Day Tour in North of Gran Canaria with Wine Tasting:
$54
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Private Tour of Gran Canaria Volcano and Canary Wine tasting:
$667
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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