Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Lisbon?
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 Lisbon or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Lisbon or Fuerteventura Island? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Lisbon or Fuerteventura Island?
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Lisbon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLisbon €167Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Lisbon is €167, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Lisbon and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLisbon €63Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLisbon €126Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Lisbon and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Lisbon or Fuerteventura Island? 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: Lisbon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lisbon €25Fuerteventura Island €46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride€6.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- lisbon private luxury transfer to or from lisbon airport: $71
- VIP transfer from the airport to Lisbon hotels: $42
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Lisbon APT-HTL (LIS): $36
- Transfers in Lisbon Center To and from the Airport : $48
- Transfers from Lisbon airport and to Lisbon Airport: $179
- Transfers and Tours safely and comfortably aboard a Tesla M3: $42
- Transfer: To/From Airport to where you want in Lisbon: $53
- Transfer to Six Senses Douro Valley from Lisbon: $763
- Transfer to Setubal (not Troia or Comporta) from Lisbon: $60
- Transfer to Porto Covo from Lisbon: $277
- Transfer to Peniche /Amoreira / Baleal from Lisbon: $243
- Transfer to Nazaré from Lisbon: $256
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Lisbon or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Lisbon 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 dayLisbon €73Fuerteventura Island €57
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pizza Cruise on a Luxury Boat with Open Bar: $29
- Lisbon Sunset DJ Party – Luxury Boat, Pizza & Open Bar: $29
- Lisbon Exclusive Sunset Cruise – Pizza, Open Bar & Dolphins: $29
- Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner : $32
- Lisbon Sunset DJ Party – Luxury Boat, Pizza & Open Bar: $35
- Traditional Walking Food Tour: $50
- Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner: $57
- Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner: $58
- Lisbon Sangria – Exclusive Luxury Cruise with Pizza & Music: $59
- Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks: $59
- Pizza Cruise on a Luxury Boat with Open Bar: $60
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class in Lisbon: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lisbon €24Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Óbidos - Nazaré - Mafra (National Palace of Mafra)Private tour from Lisbon: $173
- 2 Hours Surf Lesson Experience in Costa da Caprica: $42
- Divine Journey : Fatima Full Day Private Tour: $215
- Expert Guided Walking Tour of Belém with Stunning view & History: $191
- Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon: $90
- Guided Tour to Sintra with 4 Monuments Visit, Private Full Day: $263
- Lisbon Essential Walking Tour: History, Stories and Lifestyle: $30
- Private Sailing Experience: $179
- Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Coast with Tickets from Lisbon: $76
- Tour of Groutes Mira de Aire + Battle Monastery: $179
- from Sintra half-day sightseeing tour: $215
- Évora Tour: $179
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fuerteventura: The Top 5 Instagram Tour | Full-Day Tour: $90
- Lobos Island Half-Day Sailing Tour with Lunch: $101
- 1.5-hour Segway Jandia Tour: $72
- 2,5-hour Segway Tour around Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura: $96
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $59
- 2-hour 4-seater Buggy experience in Fuerteventura: $262
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $62
- 4-Hour Sailing Tour of Lobos Island from Fuerteventura: $90
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Tour in Cofete Beach : $81
- Catamaran Half-Day Cruise from Caleta de Fuste: $80
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from North: $99
- Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from South: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLisbon €18Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Lisbon Port Wine Tasting at Taylors Shop and Tasting Room: $19
- 1-Hour Portuguese Wine Tasting Session: $22
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots & VIP Club Entry: $23
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar (Premium Upgrade Available): $23
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: Unlimited Drinks, Shots & V.I.P Club Entry: $23
- Private Bar Crawl in Lisbon: $24
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $24
- Portuguese Wine Tasting: $25
- Guided Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif: $28
- Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif at Portuguese Wine Bar: $29
- Lisbon Wine Tasting: $29
- Catamaran Luxury Sunset and Wine Tour: $42
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard tour with wine tasting and local products: $42
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $42
When comparing the travel costs between Lisbon and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Lisbon 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 Lisbon Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island 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.