Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Milan?
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 Milan or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Milan and Puerto del Carmen 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: Milan or Puerto del Carmen?
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, 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 dayMilan €195Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Milan is €195, 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 Milan and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMilan €96Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMilan €192Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Milan and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Milan 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.
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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: Milan Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Milan €35Puerto del Carmen €39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport€7.00
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)€22
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Taxi From Airport€90
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Public Transit Day Pass€4.50
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Short Taxi Ride€7.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers: $933
- taxi / transfer service to and from airports: $263
- Zurich : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $940
- Varese : Private Transfer to/from Rho Fiera: $187
- Transfer from Milan to Orio al Serio Airport Sedan car: $227
- Transfer from Milan to Orio al Serio Airport (V CLASS M.B.): $249
- Transfer from Milan to Milan Malpensa: $203
- Transfer from Milan city centre to Linate Airport BMW 5 car series: $123
- Transfer Taxi DA and from Bergamo Airport and Milan: $227
- Transfer Milan city center - Malpensa airport: $13
- Transfer Airports Milan : $96
- Serravalle Outlet : Private Transfer to/from Milan: $327
Is it cheaper to fly into Milan or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Milan 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 dayMilan €67Puerto del Carmen €89
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station€8.60
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Restaurant Pizza€6.60
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)€27
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€64
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Cappuccino€1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Sightseeing with Local Guide: $42
- Delicious Food Tour and City Center Sightseeing: $46
- International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $48
- Street Food Tour with Tastings and Local Guide: $49
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $49
- only in ITALIAN - International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $49
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine: $66
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $66
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $67
- Food Tour with Wine Tasting in Milan: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Milan €31Puerto del Carmen €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop€7.00
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- Milan Highlights semi-Private Walking Tour: $47
- Milan's Opera Gem and La Scala Guided Walking Tour : $137
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Milan: $7.16
- Self Guided Tours In Milan With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- "Walking Tour" - 2h: $84
- "Walking Tour" - 4h: $150
- 1 Hour Vintage Fiat 500 Slow Tour in Milan: $143
- 1 Hours Guided La Scala Theatre Tour in Milan: $137
- 1 hour Italian Food Experiences in Milan: $43
- 1.5-hour The Last Supper and Church of San Maurizio tour in Milan - small group: $93
- 2-Hour Milan by Night Walking Tour: $170
- 2-Hour Private Guided Tour of Milan by Electric Scooter: $146
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 dayMilan €24Puerto del Carmen €60
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar€8.40
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Beer€3.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Milan Pub Crawl Party with Free Shots and Drink Deals by Riviera: $30
- Guided Riviera Bar Crawl with Free Shots: $37
- Wine Tasting Experience with Platter at Winelovers: $44
- Wine Tasting Experience: $48
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $52
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan City Center: $54
- Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $57
- Italian Wine Tasting in Milan: $59
- Wine Tasting Experience - Urban Cellar: $60
- Fun Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $76
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $96
- Milan Oltrepo Pavese Vineyards Grape Stomping and Wine Tasting: $96
When comparing the travel costs between Milan and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen 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 Milan Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Milan or Puerto del Carmen?
Milan has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Milan 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.