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

Should you visit Lanzarote or Sarajevo?

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

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

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.

Sarajevo

Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.


Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Lanzarote?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €192, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is €87. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Sarajevo 26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Sarajevo 52
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Sarajevo

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo


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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: Sarajevo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Sarajevo 6.58

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 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
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $93
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $53

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:


  • Tram Tickets (for 2)
    1.53

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo

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

  • Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Belgrade: $339
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Jajce: $299
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Lukavac: $296
  • Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $274
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Travnik: $268
  • Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Kotor - Budva : $268
  • Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Belgrade : $250
  • Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Dubrovnik: $250
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Mostar: $248
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Srebrenica : $248
  • Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $222
  • Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Živinice grad: $208

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Sarajevo?

Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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
    Sarajevo 50

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 Sarajevo

For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Restaurant Dinner (for 2)
    11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo

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

  • Ethnic Village Food Tour With Optional Mountain Hiking: $55
  • Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $95
  • Experience Bosnian Cooking Class: $105

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Sarajevo 11

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

Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • National Museum (for 2)
    7.16

Tours and Activities in Sarajevo

For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Srebrenica Genocide Tour from Sarajevo: $119
  • 1984 Sarajevo Olympics Adventure - Half Day Tour: $101
  • 7-Day Balkans Small-Group Tour: Sarajevo, Mostar & Dubrovnik: $1,062
  • Bentbaša: Guided Walking Tour: $23
  • Best of Sarajevo - Ultimate Full-Day Experience: $83
  • Bijambare Cave Tour : $48
  • Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $149
  • Bosnian Kingdom Capitals: Travnik & Jajce Tour from Sarajevo: $154
  • Bunker: Tito's Secret & Boracko Lake Tour from Sarajevo: $214
  • CENTRAL BOSNIA | A medieval tour (Jajce + Travnik + Pliva lakes): $89
  • Climb Via Ferrata Experience: $85
  • Cycling & Adventure One day tour 59 euro : $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Sarajevo 6.88

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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Sarajevo, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Sarajevo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sarajevo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo.

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



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Sarajevo?

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 Sarajevo in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Sarajevo. Furthermore, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Sarajevo in the summer. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sarajevo this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sarajevo in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Sarajevo. Additionally, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Sarajevo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lanzarote in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 17°C (62°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sarajevo in the Winter?

Both Sarajevo and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 17°C (63°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Sarajevo in the Spring?

Both Sarajevo and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.

Lanzarote is a little warmer than Sarajevo in the spring. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun.

Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Sarajevo. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Sarajevo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 6°C (42°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 14°C (58°F) 127 mm (5 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 22°C (72°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (78°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (78°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (71°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 11°C (52°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)