Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Faro?
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 Faro or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Faro or Puerto del Carmen, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Faro or Puerto del Carmen?
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFaro €160Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Faro is €160, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Faro and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFaro €75Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFaro €150Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Faro and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Faro or Puerto del Carmen? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Faro Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Faro €9.52Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Faro APT-HTL (FAO): $36
- Transfers taxi tours golf wedding: $61
- Transfer Tavira Faro Airport: $54
- Transfer Faro Airport - Olhão: $48
- Shared Departure Transfer: Algarve Hotels to Faro Airport: $15
- Private transfers between Faro and Sagres: $167
- Private transfers between Faro and Quarteira/Vilamoura: $48
- Private transfers between Faro and Lagos/Praia da Luz: $131
- Private transfers between Faro and Júpiter Hotel Albufeira: $54
- Private transfers between Faro and Isla Canela/Cristina/Islantill: $131
- Private transfers between Faro and Huelva: $191
- Private transfers between Faro and Hotel São Rafael Atlântico: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Faro or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Faro 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 dayFaro €62Puerto del Carmen €89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Faro food tour (with drinks) & city highlights - 10 tastings: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Faro €9.41Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- Quad Biking Adventure Tour in Albufeira: $54
- 2 Hours Boat Tour Fishermen's Route in Ria Formosa: $30
- 2 Hours Boat Tour in Ria Formosa: $30
- 2 Hours Kayak Island Tour in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa: $66
- 3-hour tour by Buggy or Quad in the Algarve: $105
- 5 Hour Boat Tour in Ria Formosa: $48
- 6 hour boat tour navegating through the Islands of Ria Formosa National Park : $60
- A Timeless Private Walking Tour Experience in Tavira: $221
- Algarve Day Tour Benagil Cave Seven Hanging Valleys: $74
- Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour: $66
- Algarve Uncovered: Coast, Culture, and Villages Tour: $9.55
- Amoreira River Kayak Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFaro €3.13Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $23
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $30
- City Segway Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $106
- WINE TASTING & TAPAS IN THE HEART OF FARO: $115
- Portuguese Wine Tasting& Tapas in the heart of Faro: $117
- Jeep Tour - Tavira, Santa Luzia & Wine Tasting: $143
- Algarve Portugal Wine Tasting Activity with Pick Up: $191
- Algarve Private Wine Tour with Private Transportation: $227
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Faro and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Faro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Faro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Faro 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Faro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Faro Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Faro or Puerto del Carmen?
Faro has a larger population, and is about 38% larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Faro and Puerto del Carmen, 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.
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.