Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Kos?
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 Kos or Lanzarote?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Lanzarote 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: Kos or Lanzarote?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
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 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €165Lanzarote €192
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €165, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is €192. 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 Kos and Lanzarote in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Lanzarote €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Kos and Lanzarote
Looking for a hotel in Kos 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: Kos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Lanzarote €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kos transfer services, Kos - Airport - Kos: $118
- Kos Private Airport and Hotel Transfer : $78
- Private arrival Transfer from Kos Airport to any resort in the island: $76
- Arrival transfer from Kos Airport : $74
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $68
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $66
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $65
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $60
- A Day's 3-Island Cruise Tour with Transfer: $54
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer from Kos Resorts to Kos Airport: $33
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Ferry Transfer to La Graciosa with Free Wifi: $35
- Private transfers from Lanzarote airport (ACE) to Playa Banca: $96
- Private Transfer from Lanzarote Airport (ACE) to Arrecife Port: $81
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $81
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $81
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $81
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13
- Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $49
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $60
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $64
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Costa Teguise Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $45
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Lanzarote?
Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Kos 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 dayKos €75Lanzarote €73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $65
- Kos Greek Night with Transfer Dinner and Unlimited Wine: $66
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $67
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $88
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $111
- Kos 4x4 Sunset Adventure with dinner: $113
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MHT Lanzarote - Music Hall Tavern - Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $53
- MHT - Music Hall Tavern - Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $63
- Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $140
- Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Lanzarote €17
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Island Cruise Tour in Kos Island with Personalized Audio Guide: $31
- 3 Island Luxury Cruise with 4 Swimming Stops with Captain Morgan: $38
- Barco De Pirata Cruise at 3 Islands in Greece : $30
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $24
- Explore Nisyros Island with Hotel Pick Up and Guided Tour: $47
- Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Kos Kardamaina : $214
- From 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide: $29
- From Pserimos Island Snorkeling Cruise by Diving Boat: $59
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $29
- From Kos:A full day cruise in the newest luxury vessel!: $35
- From the Port of Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands: $35
- Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos: $36
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: $149
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $60
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $155
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $59
- 20-Minute Jet Ski Adventure in Puerto del Carmen: $71
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $155
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $61
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $203
- 3 Hour Guided Buggy Tour Around the Island of Lanzarote: $287
- 3 Hours Guided Tour with Polaris SLINGSHOT Around Lanzarote: $202
- 3-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $191
- 3-Hour Walking Tour in Los Volcanes Nature Reserve: $61
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Lanzarote €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Sip and Savor Boutique Wine Tasting Experience: $66
- Guided Tour of Kos Town Asclepeion and Zia with Wine Tasting: $99
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Lovers: Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega Lanzarote: $59
When comparing the travel costs between Kos 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 Kos Expensive? and Is Lanzarote 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.