Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Portimao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Portimao or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Portimao and Lanzarote. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Portimao or Lanzarote?
Portimao
The second biggest city in the Alrgarve region of Portugal, Portimao sits on the coast where the Arade River meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is renowned for its fresh fish restaurants and is also a popular destination for beachgoers at the Praia da Rocha to the south of the city.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPortimao €152Lanzarote €161
The average daily cost (per person) in Portimao is €152, 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 Portimao and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPortimao €78Lanzarote €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPortimao €156Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Portimao and Lanzarote
Looking for a hotel in Portimao 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Portimao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Portimao €37Lanzarote €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portimao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portimao:
- Transfer From Portimão Algarve To Lisboa: $244
- Private Transfer from Monte Ruivo to Faro (FAO) Airport: $236
- Private Airport Transfer To Armação De Pera Area: $114
- Private Transfer from Estombar to Faro (FAO) Airport: $94
- Private Transfer from Lagoa to Faro (FAO) Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Algoz to Faro (FAO) Airport: $81
- Transfer Lagoa - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $60
- Transfer Portimão - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $59
- Transfer Alvor - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $58
- Private Transfer from Armaçao de Pera to Faro (FAO) Airport: $55
- Transfer Alvor - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $49
- Transfer Ferragudo - Boavista Golf (Lagos): $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Portimao or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Portimao 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 dayPortimao €45Lanzarote €42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portimao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portimao.
- Algarve wine tour and mountain top trip with lunch or dinner at sunset time: $147
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: $52
- Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Portimao €41Lanzarote €17
Tours and Activities in Portimao
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portimao are as follows:
- Kayak Tours to Benagil & Marine caves - From Benagil Beach: $38
- Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave - 90Mins Cave Tour: $25
- 1 Hour and 30 Minutes Benagil Caves Kayak Tour: $36
- 2 Hours Cruise Portimão to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach: $27
- Afternoon Sailing and Caves Tour from Portimao: $39
- Albufeira - Salgados Reserve Segway Tour: $65
- Algarve - Exclusive horseriding in Portimao (no experience required): $55
- Algarve Coast Guided Boat Tour: $38
- Algarve Jeep Safari tours: $49
- Alone in Benagil, perfect pictures Kayak tour with @StarToursAlgarve: $60
- Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour: $38
- Benagil Cave Guided Kayaking Tour Caves & Secret Spots : $38
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- Lanzarote : Museo Lagomar Entry Ticket: $8.56
- Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.56
- Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
- Audio Guided Tour of the El Grifo Wine Museum: $16
- Aquarium Entry Ticket: $16
- Return or 1-Way Ferry Ticket to Fuerteventura: $20
- Jameos del Agua Entry Ticket: $21
- Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $24
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $24
- San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $27
- Timanfaya National Park Bus Tour w/ Entry Ticket: $27
- Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPortimao €30Lanzarote €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Portimao
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Portimao:
- Algarve Wine Tasting & Music Experience: $60
- Algarve Wine Tour of Two Wine Estates: $74
- Algarve wine tour of 2 wine estates and lunch at the countryside: $154
- Alentejo Wine Tour from the Algarve: $210
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: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
When comparing the travel costs between Portimao 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 Portimao Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Portimao or Lanzarote?
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 Portimao or Lanzarote in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Portimao as well as Lanzarote. Many visitors come to Portimao in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Portimao is generally around the same temperature as Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Portimao average around 25°C (78°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Portimao usually gets more rain in July than Lanzarote. Portimao gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPortimao 25°C (78°F)Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Portimao or Lanzarote in the Autumn?
Both Lanzarote and Portimao are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Portimao for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Portimao is cooler than Lanzarote in the autumn. The daily temperature in Portimao averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Lanzarote fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In October, Portimao usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Portimao gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPortimao 19°C (67°F)Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Portimao or Lanzarote in the Winter?
Both Lanzarote and Portimao during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Portimao because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Portimao is much colder than Lanzarote. Typically, the winter temperatures in Portimao in January average around 11°C (52°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Portimao usually gets more rain in January than Lanzarote. Portimao gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPortimao 11°C (52°F)Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Portimao or Lanzarote in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Portimao and Lanzarote. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Portimao this time of year.
In April, Portimao is generally cooler than Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Portimao average around 15°C (60°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In April, Portimao usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Portimao gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPortimao 15°C (60°F)Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Portimao
| Portimao | Lanzarote | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (78°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
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