Which place is cheaper, Alicante or Playa Blanca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Playa Blanca or Alicante?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Playa Blanca and Alicante 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: Playa Blanca or Alicante?
Playa Blanca
Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlaya Blanca €155Alicante €127
The average daily cost (per person) in Playa Blanca is €155, while the average daily cost in Alicante is €127. 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 Playa Blanca and Alicante in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlaya Blanca €81Alicante €42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlaya Blanca €162Alicante €84
Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Alicante
Looking for a hotel in Playa Blanca or Alicante? 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: Playa Blanca Hotel Prices and Alicante Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Playa Blanca €49Alicante -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Transfer from Alicante city to Alicante airport in private Minivan max. 6 passengers: $73
- Transfer from Alicante airport to Albir in private Sedan car max. 3 passengers: $85
- Transfer Airport / Renfe Alicante - Alcoy: $92
- Roundtrip Transfer Airport-Hotel in Alicante cars of up to 8 passengers: $55
- Private Transfer: Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante: $47
- Private Transfer from Elche to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from El Plantio Golf Resort to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $63
- Private Transfer from Castell de Castells to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $183
- Private Transfer from Camping Marjal Costa Blanca to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airpor: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello Pueblo Acantilado to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from Campello / Coveta Fuma to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Alicante?
Prices for flights to both Alicante and Playa Blanca 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 dayPlaya Blanca €45Alicante €72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Playa Blanca €20Alicante €53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlaya Blanca €9.29Alicante -
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Playa Blanca and Alicante, we can see that Playa Blanca is more expensive. And not only is Alicante much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alicante would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alicante 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 Playa Blanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa Blanca than you might in Alicante.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Playa Blanca Expensive? and Is Alicante Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Playa Blanca or Alicante?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Playa Blanca and Alicante, 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.
When is the best time to visit Playa Blanca or Alicante?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Alicante in the Summer?
Both Alicante and Playa Blanca during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Playa Blanca is around the same temperature as Alicante in the summer. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Alicante fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Playa Blanca. In the summer, Playa Blanca often gets less sunshine than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 341 hours of full sun.
Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in July than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPlaya Blanca 23°C (73°F)Alicante 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Alicante in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Playa Blanca and Alicante. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Alicante because of the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Playa Blanca is a little warmer than Alicante. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Playa Blanca in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Alicante averages at about 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In Playa Blanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Playa Blanca usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Alicante during autumn. Playa Blanca gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 225 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPlaya Blanca 22°C (72°F)Alicante 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Alicante in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Playa Blanca as well as Alicante. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In January, Playa Blanca is generally much warmer than Alicante. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 17°C (63°F), and Alicante fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa Blanca this time of the year. In the winter, Playa Blanca often gets more sunshine than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 178 hours of full sun.
Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in January than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPlaya Blanca 17°C (63°F)Alicante 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Alicante in the Spring?
Both Alicante and Playa Blanca are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches.
Playa Blanca is a little warmer than Alicante in the spring. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Alicante fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Alicante. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa Blanca. Playa Blanca usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Alicante during spring. Playa Blanca gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Alicante. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPlaya Blanca 19°C (66°F)Alicante 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Alicante and Playa Blanca
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
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