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

Should you visit Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca 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: Playa Blanca or Lanzarote?

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.

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 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Playa Blanca?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Playa Blanca is €155, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is €161. 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 Lanzarote in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Playa Blanca 81
    Lanzarote 95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Playa Blanca 162
    Lanzarote 190
Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Lanzarote

Looking for a hotel in Playa Blanca 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.

Hotels in Playa Blanca


Hotels in Lanzarote


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Playa Blanca 49
    Lanzarote 40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $29
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $29
  • Volcanoes & Caves Guided Day Trip with Transfers: $81
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $9.77
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $53
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $117
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $39
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $80
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $49
  • Aquapark Costa Teguise tickets with Optional Transfer: $31
  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37

Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Lanzarote?

Prices for flights to both Lanzarote 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 45
    Lanzarote 42

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote

For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $53
  • Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Playa Blanca 20
    Lanzarote 17

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.

  • 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
  • 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $143
  • 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
  • 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $143
  • 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
  • 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $187
  • 3 Hour Guided Buggy Tour Around the Island of Lanzarote: $253
  • 3-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $176
  • Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $28
  • Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $27
  • Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $58
  • Arrecife: Timanfaya and Green Lagoon for Cruise Passengers: $49

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Playa Blanca 9.29
    Lanzarote 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 Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $54
  • Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $61


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



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

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Lanzarote in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Playa Blanca and Lanzarote.

Playa Blanca is around the same temperature as Lanzarote in the summer. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote 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 Lanzarote during summer. Playa Blanca gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Playa Blanca usually receives rain Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Playa Blanca 23°C (73°F) 
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Lanzarote in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Playa Blanca as well as Lanzarote.

In the autumn, Playa Blanca is around the same temperature as Lanzarote. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Playa Blanca in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa Blanca this time of the year. In the autumn, Playa Blanca often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 224 hours of full sun.

Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in October than Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Playa Blanca 22°C (72°F) 
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Lanzarote in the Winter?

Both Lanzarote and Playa Blanca are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

In January, Playa Blanca is generally around the same temperature as Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 17°C (63°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. 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 Lanzarote during winter. Playa Blanca gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Playa Blanca usually receives around the same amount of rain as Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Playa Blanca 17°C (63°F) 
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Playa Blanca or Lanzarote in the Spring?

Both Lanzarote and Playa Blanca during the spring are popular places to visit.

Playa Blanca is around the same temperature as Lanzarote in the spring. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Playa Blanca. In the spring, Playa Blanca often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 250 hours of full sun.

Playa Blanca usually gets more rain in April than Lanzarote. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Playa Blanca 19°C (66°F) 
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)

Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca Lanzarote
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Mar 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 22°C (72°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 18°C (64°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)