A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lanzarote vs. Pisa for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lanzarote or Pisa?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Pisa, 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: Lanzarote or Pisa?

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.

Pisa

Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Pisa or Lanzarote?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Lanzarote Prices
    Spain Prices
    Pisa Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Lanzarote 192
    Pisa 239

The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €192, while the average daily cost in Pisa is €239. 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 Lanzarote and Pisa in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Pisa 104
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Pisa 208
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Pisa

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Pisa? 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.

Hotels in Lanzarote


Hotels in Pisa


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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: Pisa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Pisa 44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $93
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $81
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $64
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $60
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $53
  • Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $49
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Costa Teguise Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $45
  • Roundtrip Ferry Transfer to La Graciosa with Free Wifi: $35
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa

Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Florence: Private Transfer from Pisa Airport (PSA): $432
  • Pisa to Siena Transfer with Wine Tasting in San Gimignano & Lunch: $277
  • Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $272
  • Private transfer from Pisa to Florence with 2h stop in Lucca: $271
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lido di Camaiore: $266
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lucca: $263
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Pisa Airport to Florence Hotel: $243
  • Departure Private Transfer from Pisa to La Spezia by Car or Van: $223
  • Pisa to Florence Airport (FLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $174
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Marina di Pisa: $154
  • Pisa Airport to Florence Private Transfer: $151
  • Private Transfer from Marina di Pisa to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $145

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Pisa?

Prices for flights to both Pisa and Lanzarote 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Lanzarote 73
    Pisa 102

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: $52
  • MHT - Music Hall Tavern - Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $63
  • Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $140
  • Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $143

Typical Food Prices in Pisa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:


  • Dinner
    75

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa

For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Chianni: wine and oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $59
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Carrara with Show Cooking: $102
  • Ultimate Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal with a Local: $104
  • Pisa Private Cooking Class: $107
  • Pisa’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $112
  • Authentic Full dinner & Wine Experience with a Sommelier in Pisa: $112
  • Dine & Enjoy a Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Pisa: $119
  • Pisa Traditional Food Tour: $143
  • Private Show Cooking and Social Dining Experience: $152
  • Private Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $152
  • Private Home-Made Pasta Cooking Class in Pisa.: $156
  • Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Pisa 43

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
  • 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $59
  • 20-Minute Jet Ski Adventure in Puerto del Carmen: $71
  • 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $61
  • 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $202
  • 3 Hour Guided Buggy Tour Around the Island of Lanzarote: $286
  • 3 Hours Guided Tour with Polaris SLINGSHOT Around Lanzarote: $202
  • 3-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $190
  • 3-Hour Walking Tour in Los Volcanes Nature Reserve: $61
  • 4-seater Mixed 3h Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $298
  • Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $32
  • Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $33

Tours and Activities in Pisa

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.

  • 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Pisa Off The Beaten Path: $31
  • 2-hour tour to Rocca della Verruca by E-bike: $60
  • Adventure Park Il Pineto: $36
  • Best of Pisa Guided Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Entry Ticket: $59
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
  • Best of Small Group Tour with Admission Tickets: $59
  • Carrara Marble Quarries Tour by Land Rover: $90
  • Carrara: Exclusive Marble Cave Tour Adventure in a 4x4: $90
  • Cinque Terre tour in Small Group from Pisa: $203
  • Discover Tower Admission & Iconic Landmark Tour: $181
  • E-bike guided tour. The surroundings of History, Nature, and Secret Glimpses: $87
  • Excursions / Van Tours / Sightseeing: $128

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Pisa 21

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Pisa

Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Local Food Pairing: $41
  • Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $46
  • Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $47
  • Soiana: Vineyard & Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting near Pisa: $52
  • Cathedral Guided Tour & Wine Tasting & Optional Tower: $85
  • Pisa guided tour and Wine tasting with Leaning Tower ticket: $88
  • From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $98
  • Chianti Half-day Wine Tour in the Tuscan's Hills from Pisa: $107
  • Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $108
  • Tuscan Wine Tour by van from Pisa: $185


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Pisa, we can see that Pisa is more expensive. And not only is Lanzarote much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lanzarote would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lanzarote 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa than you might in Lanzarote.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Pisa Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Pisa?

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 Lanzarote or Pisa in the Summer?

Both Pisa and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Pisa for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Pisa in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Pisa fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Pisa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Pisa during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Pisa 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Pisa in the Autumn?

Both Pisa and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Pisa because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Pisa. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Pisa averages at about 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 177 hours of full sun.

Pisa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Pisa 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Pisa in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Pisa. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.

In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Pisa. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).

In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Pisa during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Pisa 7°C (45°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Pisa in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Pisa. Additionally, many travelers come to Pisa for the beaches and the natural beauty.

Lanzarote is much warmer than Pisa in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Pisa fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 192 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Pisa. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Pisa. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Pisa 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Pisa and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Pisa
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 20°C (68°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 11°C (52°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)