Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Volos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Volos or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Volos and Lanzarote can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Lanzarote?
Volos
The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €95Lanzarote €161
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €95, 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 Volos and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Lanzarote €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Volos and Lanzarote
Looking for a hotel in Volos 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: Volos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Lanzarote €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Volos to Athens Easy & Economy Transfer: $524
- From Volos to Athens Airport / Athens / Piraeus Private Transfer: $280
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $257
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: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Volos 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 dayVolos €30Lanzarote €42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volos
For Volos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Session "Pelion Flavours": $71
- Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece: $109
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.Volos €17Lanzarote €17
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- BIKING PELION Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $211
- East Pelion - Sea Kayak Tour "Short Paddle": $38
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $214
- HIKING PELION - Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $197
- Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave": $49
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $33
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $240
- Pagasetic Gulf Full-Day Sailboat Experience: $735
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
- 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
- Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Lanzarote €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: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Lanzarote, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Volos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Volos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Volos 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 Lanzarote would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lanzarote than you might in Volos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Volos Expensive? and Is Lanzarote Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Volos 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 Volos or Lanzarote in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Volos and Lanzarote. The beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Volos this time of year.
Volos is around the same temperature as Lanzarote in the summer. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 26°C (78°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 Volos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Volos usually receives more sunshine than Lanzarote during summer. Volos gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Volos usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Volos gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVolos 26°C (78°F)Lanzarote 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Volos or Lanzarote in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Volos as well as Lanzarote. Many travelers come to Volos for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Volos is cooler than Lanzarote. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Volos in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Lanzarote averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Volos often gets less sunshine than Lanzarote. Volos gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 224 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets more rain in October than Lanzarote. Volos gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVolos 17°C (62°F)Lanzarote 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Volos or Lanzarote in the Winter?
Both Lanzarote and Volos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Volos in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Volos is generally much colder than Lanzarote. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 6°C (42°F), and Lanzarote fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. Volos usually receives less sunshine than Lanzarote during winter. Volos gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Lanzarote receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Volos usually receives more rain than Lanzarote. Volos gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVolos 6°C (42°F)Lanzarote 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Volos or Lanzarote in the Spring?
Both Lanzarote and Volos during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Volos for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
Volos is cooler than Lanzarote in the spring. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 14°C (56°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 Volos. In the spring, Volos often gets less sunshine than Lanzarote. Volos gets 209 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lanzarote receives 250 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets more rain in April than Lanzarote. Volos gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Lanzarote receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVolos 14°C (56°F)Lanzarote 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Lanzarote and Volos
| Volos | Lanzarote | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
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