Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Lanzarote can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Lanzarote?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €156Lanzarote €192
The average daily cost (per person) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is €192. 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €68Lanzarote €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €136Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Lanzarote
Looking for a hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Lanzarote? 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: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €49Lanzarote €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Aquapark Costa Teguise tickets with Optional Transfer: $33
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $76
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $52
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $82
- LANZAROTE Airport - Accommodation Transfer: $64
- La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $47
- La Graciosa: Transfer + Ferry + free time to explore at your leisure: $64
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $59
- Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $49
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $79
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €59Lanzarote €73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MHT Lanzarote - Comedy Drag Dinner Show Experience - No1: $57
- MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $63
- Timanfaya National Park Tour with BBQ Dinner: $134
- Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $139
- Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €16Lanzarote €17
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $10
- LagOmar Museum Entry Ticket: $12
- Aquarium Entry Ticket: $19
- Arrecife Self Guided Outdoor Escape Room Experience: $23
- Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $26
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $28
- Sunset vineyard tour with wine and chocolate tasting: $30
- Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $31
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $35
- Playa Blanca: Mini Cruise to Papagayo with Swimming Stop: $37
- Playa Blanca: Mini Cruise to Papagayo with Swimming Stop: $37
- Teguise: Market and César Manrique Foundation Tour: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €7.48Lanzarote €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Lovers: Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega Lanzarote: $58
- 4x4 Volcanic Adventure with Wine Tasting: $63
- Lanzarote Family Winery: Lava Flow Tour and Wine Tasting: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, we can see that Lanzarote 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 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.
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.