Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Playa Blanca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Playa Blanca or Tangier?
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 Tangier 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 Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlaya Blanca €155Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Playa Blanca is €155, while the average daily cost in Tangier is €57. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlaya Blanca €81Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlaya Blanca €162Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Playa Blanca and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Playa Blanca or Tangier? 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 Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Playa Blanca €49Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers from Tangier Airport, port or city to Fez (Door to Door): $146
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport/Port to Tangier Vice Versa: $36
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $34
- VIP transfer from Tangier to Chefchaouen or vice versa: $198
- VIP Private Transfer from Tanger Airport / Port to Hotel Vice Versa: $38
- Transfers from Tangier to chefchaouen "blue city": $71
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $27
- Transfers From Tangier to Casablanca: $140
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Chefchaouen-Asilah-Fes-Casablanca .: $131
- Transfers From Tangier Airport to Asilah: $51
- Transfer to Tangier from fes via Chefchaeun: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Playa Blanca or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 €45Tangier €19
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Playa Blanca €20Tangier €18
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $541
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $512
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlaya Blanca €9.29Tangier €9.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Playa Blanca and Tangier, we can see that Playa Blanca is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Playa Blanca is in Europe and Tangier is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Tangier.
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 Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Playa Blanca or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Playa Blanca and Tangier, 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 Tangier?
Playa Blanca has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Tangier in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Playa Blanca and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Playa Blanca is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 23°C (73°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Playa Blanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Playa Blanca usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during summer. Playa Blanca gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPlaya Blanca 23°C (73°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Tangier in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Playa Blanca as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
Playa Blanca is a little warmer than Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Playa Blanca averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. 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 Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in October than Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPlaya Blanca 22°C (72°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Tangier in the Winter?
Both Tangier and Playa Blanca are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Playa Blanca is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Playa Blanca in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa Blanca. Playa Blanca usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during winter. Playa Blanca gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tangier. In January, Playa Blanca usually receives less rain than Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPlaya Blanca 17°C (63°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Playa Blanca or Tangier in the Spring?
Both Tangier and Playa Blanca during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In April, Playa Blanca is generally a little warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Playa Blanca average around 19°C (66°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
In Tangier, 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 Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Playa Blanca usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Playa Blanca gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPlaya Blanca 19°C (66°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Playa Blanca
| Playa Blanca | Tangier | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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.