Which place is cheaper, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Palma de Mallorca?
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 Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 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: Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPalma de Mallorca €171Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €156
The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €171, while the average daily cost in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156. 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 Palma de Mallorca and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalma de Mallorca €69Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalma de Mallorca €138Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €136
Compare Hotels in Palma de Mallorca and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Looking for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? 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: Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palma de Mallorca €25Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€6.80
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Bus Ride€1.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Caves Drach Tour & Return Transfer from Cala Dor-Calas Mallorca: $69
- Departure Private Transfer from Palma Downtown to PMI Airport: $87
- Departure Private Transfers : Palma to Mallorca Airport PMI in Business Car: $83
- Departure Transfer from Palma to Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI in Private Car: $107
- Departure Transfer from Palma to Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI in Private Van: $124
- East Mallorca Coasteering Experience with Transfers: $84
- Private Transfer to/from Mallorca Airport: $305
- Pirates Adventure Show with transfer from North Area: $84
- Port de Pollença to Mallorca Airport (PMI) - Departure Transfer: $90
- Private ONE WAY arrival OR departure transfer in Mallorca from/to airport: $120
- Private Transfer from Andratx to Mallorca airport (PMI): $126
- Private Transfer from Cala Mesquida to Mallorca airport (PMI): $234
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Prices for flights to both Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Palma de Mallorca 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 dayPalma de Mallorca €78Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €59
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Mallorcan Food Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $35
- Palma de Mallorca : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $62
- Spanish Cooking Class Palma meals+drinks 7 dishes Full meals: $71
- Paella Day Cooking Class Savor the Tradition: $114
- 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $141
- Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $144
- The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palma de Mallorca €34Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €16
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Kingdom of Mallorca: $6.99
- Palma de Mallorca Quest Experience in Castle Bellver Prison Break: $7.17
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Legends of Palma: $10
- AbenteuerDate Palmanova, tour with fun activities in German language: $11
- Mallorca Cathedral Official Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $12
- Palma city cruise with iconic views: $19
- Skip the Line: Rafa Nadal Museum Xperience : $22
- Guided tour of the winery and vineyards : $26
- Private Aqua Rocket Experience in Balearic Islands: $30
- Guided Tasting Tour in 16th century House and Olive Oil Factory: $31
- Blue Cave Private Group Introductory Snorkeling Tour: $35
- Small-Group Walking Tour: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalma de Mallorca €29Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €7.48
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Coffee€3.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
- Wine tasting/wine tasting wines from Mallorca: $30
- Palma Distillery Tour with 3 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $59
- Mallorca Wine Tour Taste Local Wines in Santa Maria: $72
- Wine Tasting Mallorca : $81
- Gastronomic Wine Tasting Experience Guided by a Sommelier: $84
- Wine tasting at sunset including pick-up from the north coast: $198
- Bodega Tour XL Mallorca incl. 3x wine tasting pick up east coast: $238
When comparing the travel costs between Palma de Mallorca and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we can see that Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca Expensive? and Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palma de Mallorca or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Palma de Mallorca and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.