Should I Visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona?

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.

Barcelona

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.

Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Playa Blanca?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Playa Blanca Prices
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Barcelona Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Playa Blanca €188

Barcelona €183

The average daily cost (per person) in Playa Blanca is €188, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is €183. 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 Barcelona in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Playa Blanca €81

Barcelona €96
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Playa Blanca €162

Barcelona €192

Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Barcelona

Looking for a hotel in Playa Blanca or Barcelona? 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 Barcelona Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Playa Blanca €49

Barcelona €19

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:

10 Trip Metro Ticket

€7.80
Airport Bus

€5.00
Metro

€2.10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:

Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $38
Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $40
Transfer: El-Prat Airport (BCN) to Barcelona City Center: $29
Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $209
Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $20
Transfer in private vehicle from Barcelona Airport (BCN) - Barcelona City: $33
Transfer from Cruise Terminal to barcelona city: $77
Transfer from Barcelona to Reus Airport: $262
Taxi - Cab - Private transfer from Barcelona City Centre to Bcn Cruise Terminal: $31
Taxi - Cab - Private transfer from Barcelona City Centre to Barcelona airport: $31
Small Groups Transfer From Barcelona City Center To Barcelona Airport: $126
Sitges to Barcelona Airport (BCN) - Departure Private Transfer: $149

Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Prices for flights to both Barcelona 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

Food Meals for one day

Playa Blanca €77

Barcelona €57

Typical Food Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:

Hot Cocoa & Churro

€4.15
Sandwich

€1.70
Baguette & Horchata

€3.80
Tapas on the beach

€8.28
Gelatto

€2.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.

Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $26
Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $37
Flamenco Casa Sors & Guitar Museum with optional Dinner&Cocktail: $39
Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $41
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes at Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option: $50
Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $51
Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $56
Wine Tasting and 5 Course Tapas Pairing Dinner: $58
Rooftop Terrace Paella Cooking Lesson: $62
Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $66
Barcelona Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $68

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Playa Blanca €20

Barcelona €33

Tours and Activities in Playa Blanca

For Playa Blanca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

1 Hour Quad Tour: $57
Lanzarote: Snorkeling Tour with Snack and Water: $57
Sailing tour to Papagayo beach.: $60
Lanzarote: Try Scuba Diving Experience: $87

Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:

Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass

€42
Souvenir Gaudi Book

€8.55
Admission to Museo Picasso

€6.00

Tours and Activities in Barcelona

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:

Barcelona Arrival Airport to Barcelona Cruise Port: $39
Barcelona City to Airport or cruise port : $31
Barcelona eBike Beach Private Tour to Vineyards & Picnic: $188
Cruise into Barcelona? Get the Most out of Your Visit!: $71
Luca’s Hidden Old the Gothic and El Born Tour: $23
Private Guides Barcelona Tour with Skip The Line in Cathedral: $209
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour: $152
Sunset Sailing Tour in Barcelona: $72
Ticket to Sant Pau Art Nouveau Barcelona: $29
1 Day Sightseeing Bus Tour form Barcelona to Valencia 324: $225
1-Hour Park Guell Gaudi's Wonder Guided Tour Max 6 People Group: $114
10 Food Tasting Tour in Barcelona with a Private Local Guide: $297

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Playa Blanca €9.29

Barcelona €17

Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:

Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $15
Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $16
Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $16
Largest Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $16
Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $21
Barcelona Bar Crawl: $25
Barcelona Christmas Bar Crawl: $26
Bar Crawl at Gaixample: $26
Go out like a local, pub Crawl / Tour in Raval - Barcelona: $28
Pub Crawl With VIP Club Entry By Party Animals Barcelona: $30
Winery tour & wine tasting in Penedès region 40min from Barcelona: $31
Montserrat Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting Option: $33

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Playa Blanca and Barcelona, we can see that Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 160 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Playa Blanca and Barcelona, 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 Barcelona?

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 Barcelona in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Playa Blanca as well as Barcelona. Additionally, the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Barcelona this time of year.

In July, Playa Blanca is generally around the same temperature as Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 23°C (73°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Barcelona. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa Blanca this time of the year. In the summer, Playa Blanca often gets less sunshine than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 308 hours of full sun.

Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in July than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Playa Blanca 23°C (73°F)

Barcelona 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Autumn?

Both Barcelona and Playa Blanca are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Barcelona for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Playa Blanca is a little warmer than Barcelona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Barcelona fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa Blanca. Playa Blanca usually receives more sunshine than Barcelona during autumn. Playa Blanca gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Playa Blanca 22°C (72°F)

Barcelona 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Winter?

Both Barcelona and Playa Blanca during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Barcelona in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Playa Blanca is much warmer than Barcelona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Playa Blanca in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Barcelona averages at about 9°C (48°F).

It's quite sunny in Playa Blanca. In the winter, Playa Blanca often gets more sunshine than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 146 hours of full sun.

Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in January than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Playa Blanca 17°C (63°F)

Barcelona 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Playa Blanca and Barcelona. Also, most visitors come to Barcelona for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Playa Blanca is generally a little warmer than Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 19°C (66°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Barcelona this time of the year. In Playa Blanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Playa Blanca usually receives more sunshine than Barcelona during spring. Playa Blanca gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Barcelona. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Playa Blanca 19°C (66°F)

Barcelona 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Barcelona and Playa Blanca

	Playa Blanca		Barcelona
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	17°C (63°F)	16 mm (0.6 in)	9°C (48°F)	44 mm (1.7 in)
Feb	17°C (63°F)	20 mm (0.8 in)	10°C (50°F)	36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar	18°C (64°F)	11 mm (0.4 in)	11°C (52°F)	48 mm (1.9 in)
Apr	19°C (66°F)	16 mm (0.6 in)	13°C (55°F)	51 mm (2 in)
May	20°C (68°F)	2 mm (0.1 in)	16°C (61°F)	57 mm (2.2 in)
Jun	22°C (72°F)	0 mm (0 in)	20°C (67°F)	38 mm (1.5 in)
Jul	23°C (73°F)	0 mm (0 in)	23°C (73°F)	22 mm (0.9 in)
Aug	25°C (77°F)	0 mm (0 in)	23°C (74°F)	66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep	24°C (75°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	21°C (70°F)	79 mm (3.1 in)
Oct	22°C (72°F)	9 mm (0.4 in)	17°C (63°F)	94 mm (3.7 in)
Nov	20°C (68°F)	16 mm (0.6 in)	13°C (55°F)	74 mm (2.9 in)
Dec	18°C (64°F)	33 mm (1.3 in)	10°C (49°F)	50 mm (2 in)

A Travel Price Comparison for Spain Playa Blanca vs. Barcelona for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Playa Blanca

Barcelona

Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Playa Blanca?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Barcelona

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona

Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Barcelona

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Playa Blanca

Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona

Tours and Activities in Barcelona

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona

Which is Bigger, Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

When is the best time to visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Summer?

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Autumn?

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Winter?

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Barcelona and Playa Blanca

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Should you visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

Playa Blanca

Barcelona

Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Playa Blanca?

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Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Barcelona

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona

Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

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Typical Food Prices in Barcelona

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona

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Which is Bigger, Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

When is the best time to visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona?

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Should I visit Playa Blanca or Barcelona in the Winter?

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