Which place is cheaper, Playa Blanca or Mykonos?
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 Mykonos or Playa Blanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mykonos and Playa Blanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Mykonos or Playa Blanca?
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Playa Blanca
Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Mykonos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMykonos €272Playa Blanca €188
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €272, while the average daily cost in Playa Blanca is €188. 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 Mykonos and Playa Blanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMykonos €74Playa Blanca €81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMykonos €148Playa Blanca €162
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Playa Blanca
Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Playa Blanca? 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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Playa Blanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mykonos €24Playa Blanca €49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
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Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)€5.60
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Taxi to Kalafatis€13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
- ❖ Private Island Tour with Transfers and Greek Meal: $235
- Your Mykonos Ride | 24/7 Private Transfers Anytime 1-WAY: $30
- Wine Tasting with Greek Ancient varieties-Transfers Included: $141
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for short distance - up to 7 people: $185
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for short distance - up to 5 people: $105
- Transfer in Mykonos Island for long distance - up to 7 people: $84
- Transfer in Mykonos : $215
- Sunset cruise to Rhenia& Little Venice with transfer: $143
- Round Trip Beach Transfer for Cruise Ship Passengers: $30
- Private transfer from your hotel to the Airport: $113
- Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your hotel with Sedan: $70
- Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your Villa with minivan: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Playa Blanca?
Prices for flights to both Playa Blanca and Mykonos 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 dayMykonos €83Playa Blanca €77
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
- Food Tour: Aperitivo In Mykonos Town: $76
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $76
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Light Dinner & Drinks: $101
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Rhenia, Beach Hopping, Dinner: $111
- Food Tour of Mykonos - Flavors and local tastes: $114
- Group Cooking Class at the Home of a Local Family: $117
- Food Tour in Mykonos - Famous Tastings : $118
- Private Cooking Class at the Home of a Mykonian Family : $119
- Greek Cooking Class with Meal and Wine: $141
- Hands-On Cooking Class with a Professional Chef: $141
- Mykonos Cooking Class Experience for Cruise Travelers: $141
- Small Group Mykonian Cooking Class Experience: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mykonos €23Playa Blanca €20
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
- All Inclusive Tour to Delos and Rhenia Islands with S/Y Olga M: $149
- Μykonos Private 360 Photo and Video Tour Perfect for Social Media: $90
- 2 Hours Private Mykonos Island Tour: $119
- 2 Hours private tour of Mykonos Island : $114
- 2 Hours walking tour in Mykonos Town: $141
- 3 Hour Mykonos Tour: $179
- 3 Hours Private Sunset Tour in Greece with Free Drinks & Snacks: $287
- 3-Hours Private Mykonos Explorer Tour : $173
- 4 Hour Mykonos Tour Explorer : $179
- 5 Hour Mykonos Beach-Club-Crawl Experience: $103
- 6 Hours Mykonos Private Island Tour With Full Authentic Lunch: $269
- 6 Hours Tour to Delos and Rhenia Islands with Sailing Yacht: $149
Tours and Activities in Playa Blanca
For Playa Blanca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Lanzarote: Playa Blanca to Marina Rubicón Waterbus Ticket: $13
- Lanzarote: Snorkeling Tour: $65
- From Fuerteventura: Playa Blanca Minicruise to Papagayo: $73
- Lanzarote: Try Scuba Diving Experience: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMykonos €20Playa Blanca €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mykonos Town & Brewery:2-Hour Walking Tour with Beer Tasting: $76
- Mykonos Bar Crawl with a Local: $76
- Mykonos Town & Visit a local Brewery : Walking Tour with Tasting: $78
- Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting: $80
- Tour and Wine Tasting in Mykonian Land : $81
- Wine Tasting at a Mykonian Farm: $88
- Wine Tasting Tour at a traditional farm in Mykonos: $90
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Snack at a Local House: $164
- Mykonos Highlights Private Tour with Optional Wine Tasting: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Playa Blanca, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Playa Blanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Playa Blanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Playa Blanca 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Playa Blanca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Playa Blanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Playa Blanca?
Mykonos has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Playa Blanca, 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.