Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Playa Blanca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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.
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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?.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Playa Blanca | Lanzarote | |||
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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) |