Should you visit Mykonos or Lagos?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Mykonos and Lagos. We’ll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget. So, let's dig into it.
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Lagos
A coastal town in the south of Portugal, Lagos is known for its old world charm, plummeting cliffs, and Atlantic beaches. Many come to enjoy a full range of activities from beach-going and watersports to exploring cobbled streets lined with options for shopping and dining. Historic churches and castles add to the charm, as well as a clifftop lighthouse showing the way to Lagos for ships at sea.
Which city is cheaper, Lagos or Mykonos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €119, while the average daily cost in Lagos is €94. 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 Mykonos and Lagos in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €118 for a double occupancy room in Mykonos.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €98 for a double occupancy room in Lagos.
Food
In Mykonos travelers spend around €38 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.
Lagos food costs typically run travelers around €27 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Mykonos €38
Lagos €27
Typical Food prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones
€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
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Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti:
$73
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Cooking Class in Mykonos, Greece:
$145
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lagos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lagos.
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Dinner + Jazz At The Metaphor in Lagos:
$80
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Classic Food Tour - Lagos:
$93
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Mykonos is €19 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.
The cost of a taxi ride in Lagos is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €25 per person, per day, on local transportation in Lagos.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
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Mykonos Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer:
$24
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One Way Private Transfer within Mykonos Island MINI VAN:
$73
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Aghios Ioannis - Mykonos area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Aghios Stefanos - Mykonos area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Agios Sostis area up to 6 customers:
$121
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Agrari area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Ano Mera area up to 6 customers:
$121
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Chora area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Choulakia area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Drafaki area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Elia area up to 6 customers:
$121
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Ftelia area up to 6 customers:
$121
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lagos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lagos:
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Lagos Shared Departure Transfer to Faro:
$26
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Transfer Lagos - Boavista Golf (Lagos):
$40
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Transfer Praia da Luz - Boavista Golf (Lagos):
$40
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Transfer Lagos - Alto Golf Pestana (Alvor):
$44
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Transfer Praia da Luz - Alto Golf Pestana (Alvor):
$44
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Faro Shared Transfer to or from Lagos:
$45
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Faro Private Transfer to or from Lagos:
$51
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Airport Transfer One Way:
$53
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Private Transfer Lagos Airport LOG to Ikeja-Ikoyi-Victoria Island - Business Car:
$58
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Private Transfer Ikeja-Ikoyi-Victoria Island to Lagos Airport LOG - Business Car:
$58
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Transfer Lagos - Alamos Golf (Portimão):
$58
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Transfer Praia da Luz - Alamos Golf (Portimão):
$62
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Lagos?
Prices for flights to both Lagos and Mykonos 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
Mykonos's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €18 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.
Entertainment and activities in Lagos typically cost an average of €21 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
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Tour to the Mykonian Spiti Farm:
$34
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From Ancient Delos Tour:
$44
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Mykonos Walking Tour:
$45
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Half-Day City Walking Tour and Island Bus Tour:
$45
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Sunset Cruise to Delos:
$51
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Mykonos Sunset & Little Venice Cruise:
$54
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Half-Day Authentic Discovery Tour:
$54
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The Original Morning Delos Guided Tour:
$58
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The Original Evening Delos Guided Tour:
$58
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Wine and Culture Walking Tour:
$59
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The Original Delos Guided Tour from the Cruise Ship Port:
$63
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Mykonos Hiking Adventure:
$67
Tours and Activities in Lagos
Here are a few actual costs in Lagos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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2 Hour Lagos Historical Tour:
$14
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Brodie's Historical and Fun Lagos Walking Tour:
$19
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Grotto tour Ponta da Piedade Lagos:
$19
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Lagos Walking Tour with Local Historian:
$19
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Tour to go inside the Ponta da Piedade Caves/Grottos and see the beaches - Lagos:
$22
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Lagos Zoo Admission Ticket:
$22
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Ponta da Piedade Cruise to Caves and Beaches with Local Guide:
$25
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Ponta da Piedade Grotto Tour in Lagos, Algarve:
$25
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Ponta da Piedade Sunset Tour in Lagos, Algarve:
$31
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Coast Cruise Trip to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos:
$31
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Sailing cave tour Ponta da Piedade Lagos:
$31
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Fast Adventure to the Benagil Caves on a Speedboat - Starting at Lagos:
$37
Alcohol
The average person spends about €16 on alcoholic beverages in Mykonos per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Lagos may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €5.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Lagos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lagos:
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Algarve Wine Tour in a VW T2 Van:
$57
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Small-Group Day Tour of Silves and Monchique with Wine Tasting:
$69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Lagos, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Lagos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lagos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lagos 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Lagos.
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