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

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Should you visit Paphos or Lanzarote?

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

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

Paphos

Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Lanzarote or Paphos?

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

  • Paphos Prices
    Cyprus Prices
    Lanzarote Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Paphos €125
    Lanzarote €192

The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Lanzarote is €192. 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 Paphos and Lanzarote in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paphos €48
    Lanzarote €95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paphos €96
    Lanzarote €190
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Lanzarote

Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Lanzarote? 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 Paphos


Hotels in Lanzarote


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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: Paphos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paphos €12
    Lanzarote €40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:

  • Self drive boat hire Latchi + optional Paphos hotel transfers: $298
  • CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City : $199
  • Private Paphos Airport Transfer via Vintage Mercedes: $179
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City: $101
  • Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $94
  • Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $86
  • CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $80
  • Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
  • From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
  • Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Paphos City: $51
  • Private Airport Transfer from Hotel to Paphos Airport in a 4-seater taxi: $46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

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

  • Aquapark Costa Teguise tickets with Optional Transfer: $33
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $53
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $94
  • La Graciosa at your leisure (bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $45
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Costa Teguise Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $45
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $64
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $60
  • Guided Volcano Hike with Transfers: $49
  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $13
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $81
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Port to Lanzarote Airport (ACE): $81

Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Lanzarote?

Prices for flights to both Lanzarote and Paphos 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
    Paphos €65
    Lanzarote €73

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.

  • From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
  • Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
  • Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
  • Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $226

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: $53
  • MHT - Music Hall Tavern - Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $63
  • Timanfaya National Park: Evening Tour with Volcano Dinner: $140
  • Timanfaya Evening Experience and Volcano Dinner: $142

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paphos €12
    Lanzarote €17

Tours and Activities in Paphos

Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Blue Lagoon Adventure at Romantic Sunset from Paphos: $42
  • 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $57
  • Afternoon 2 hour tour to Adonis waterfalls only !!!: $70
  • Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $80
  • Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour from Paphos: $54
  • Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure : $42
  • Authentic Gourmet Tour with Wine and Food Tasting from Paphos: $65
  • Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi and Blue Lagoon Cruise Tour: $46
  • Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $44
  • Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide from Paphos: $48
  • Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour : $30
  • Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $21

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

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

  • Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $11
  • Mini Golf Entry Ticket in Puerto del Carmen: $11
  • LagOmar Museum Entry Ticket: $12
  • Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $14
  • Delicious experience of local sweets with coffee.: $18
  • Aquarium Entry Ticket: $19
  • Lanzarote:Ferry ticket to Fuerteventura with free wifi: $24
  • Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $26
  • Private and Guided Tour to the Salinas de Janubio with Tasting: $26
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $28
  • Sunset vineyard tour with wine and chocolate tasting: $31
  • Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paphos €9.98
    Lanzarote €9.29

Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:

  • Afternoon Tour to Agios Neophytos Monastery with Wine Tasting: $44
  • Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
  • Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
  • Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $89
  • Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
  • Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
  • Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762

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

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

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



When is the best time to visit Paphos or Lanzarote?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Paphos or Lanzarote in the Summer?

Both Lanzarote and Paphos during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.


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