Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Puerto de la Cruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Puerto de la Cruz or Fuerteventura Island?
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 Puerto de la Cruz and Fuerteventura Island. 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: Puerto de la Cruz or Fuerteventura Island?
Puerto de la Cruz
The coast of the island of Tenerife is a dream destination for those seeking a luxurious getaway full of beaches and parties. However, for those of you traveling with families or looking to simply avoid the hustle and bustle of the nightclub crowd, there's Puerto de la Cruz. Known as a sophisticated destination, Puerto de la Cruz is one of the top places to visit yet still retains its authentic, Canarian charm.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Puerto de la Cruz Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPuerto de la Cruz €137Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Puerto de la Cruz is €137, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Puerto de la Cruz and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPuerto de la Cruz €51Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPuerto de la Cruz €102Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Puerto de la Cruz and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Puerto de la Cruz or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Puerto de la Cruz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Puerto de la Cruz €40Fuerteventura Island €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Puerto de la Cruz or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Puerto de la Cruz 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 dayPuerto de la Cruz €58Fuerteventura Island €57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Puerto de la Cruz €28Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Puerto de la Cruz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto de la Cruz are as follows:
- From VIP Tour Around Anaga and La Laguna: $93
- Puerto de la Cruz Motorbike tour through Teide National Park: $285
- Buggy Teide National Park Tour Lunar Land: $204
- Tenerife: mindfulness experience for well-being: $57
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ferry to Isla de Lobos: round-trip tickets from Corralejo: $21
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with free wifi: $23
- Corralejo La Oliva Bus Coach Tour Costa Calm: $29
- Fuerteventura Cocktail Experience: $46
- Jandia Highlights Tour From South: $57
- Fat Electric Bike Tour in Costa Calma: $57
- 1.5-Hour Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour: $60
- Corralejo E-trial Scooter Off Road Tour: $64
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $64
- Volcanic Discovery PREMIUM eBike Tour; easy level: 35 km: $64
- Fat Electric Bike Tour in Costa Calma from Jandia - Esquizo- Morro Jable: $69
- OBYCAT Experience: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPuerto de la Cruz €5.00Fuerteventura Island €6.79
When comparing the travel costs between Puerto de la Cruz and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Fuerteventura Island 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 Puerto de la Cruz Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive?.
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.