Canary Islands Travel Costs 2025: Complete Price Guide by Island

Complete breakdown of accommodation, transport, food, and entertainment costs across all seven major Canary Islands. Plan your perfect island getaway with accurate, up-to-date pricing information.

Islands Cost Overview

Island Budget Daily Mid-Range Daily Luxury Daily Best For
Tenerife €68 €150 €299 Theme parks, nightlife
Gran Canaria €66 €150 €286 Beaches, culture
Lanzarote €71 €180 €367 Volcanic landscapes
Fuerteventura €75 €185 €300 Water sports, beaches
La Palma €60 €120 €200 Astronomy, hiking
La Gomera €65 €140 €250 Eco-tourism, culture
El Hierro €50 €110 €180 Diving, sustainability

🏝️ Tenerife - The Premium Island Experience

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €17-32/night
  • 3-star hotels: €145/night
  • 4-star hotels: €199/night
  • Luxury resorts: €150-400+/night

Sources: GuideToCanaryIslands, BudgetYourTrip

🚗 Transport

  • Flights from UK: £42-300 return
  • Airport transfers: €27-105
  • Local buses: €1.40-3.70
  • Car rental: €20+/day

Sources: British Airways, Cicar

🍽️ Food

  • Menu del Día: €10
  • Breakfast: €3-5
  • Dinner for 2: €60-100
  • Groceries/day: €15-20

Sources: GuideToCanaryIslands, IamTourist

🎢 Entertainment

  • Loro Parque: €42 adults
  • Siam Park: Seasonal pricing
  • Whale watching: €35/person
  • Cocktails: €5-10

Sources: GuideToCanaryIslands

🌊 Gran Canaria - Perfect Balance of Cost & Variety

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €17-32/night
  • 3-star hotels: €67/night
  • Self-catering: €360/week
  • Luxury resorts: €150-300+/night

Sources: A Nomad's Passport, Expedia

🚗 Transport

  • Flights: Similar to Tenerife
  • Bus tickets: €1.40/journey
  • Bono cards: €0.42/ride
  • Car rental: €22/person/day

Sources: Jet2holidays

🍽️ Food

  • Average meal: €9-12/person
  • Tourist areas: €16/person
  • Local areas: €8/person
  • Tapas: €2+/dish

Sources: Which?

🎢 Entertainment

  • Palmitos Park: Variable pricing
  • Maspalomas Dunes: Free
  • Puerto de Mogan: Free
  • Beaches: Free (80+ options)

🌋 Lanzarote - Unique Volcanic Landscapes

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €20-30/night
  • 3-star hotels: €70-90/night
  • 4-star hotels: €90+/night
  • Luxury resorts: €120-300+/night

Sources: BudgetYourTrip, IamTourist

🚗 Transport

  • Car rental: €19-50+/day
  • Weekly rental: €140-220
  • Public buses: €1.40-3/journey
  • Fuel: €2.10/liter

Sources: Capture the Atlas

🍽️ Food

  • Tapas: €3-5/plate
  • Menu del Día: €10-15
  • Fine dining: €30-50
  • Wine tasting: €10-25

Sources: IntroducingLanzarote, Paseo LASAL

🎢 Entertainment

  • Timanfaya Park: €20 adults, €10 children
  • 6-attraction pass: €71
  • Jameos del Agua: Included in pass
  • Camel rides: Additional cost

Sources: Canarian Weekly, Entradas Lanzarote

🏄 Fuerteventura - Beach Paradise & Water Sports

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €25-30/night
  • 3-star hotels: €70-90/night
  • 4-star hotels: €200/night
  • Airbnb average: $119/night

Sources: BudgetYourTrip, Likibu

🚗 Transport

  • Car rental: €19-50+/day
  • Public buses: €1.40-1.50
  • Airport to Caleta: €1.45
  • Taxi start: €2.70 + €2.50/km

Sources: Booking.com

🍽️ Food

  • Menu del Día: €8-12
  • Budget lunch: €6-10
  • Mid-range dinner: €8-12/person
  • Draft beer: €1-1.50

Sources: IamTourist, JP in Fuerteventura

🎢 Entertainment

  • Oasis Wildlife: €38.50 adults
  • Camel Safari: €25+ (25 min)
  • Sunbeds (2+umbrella): €10-13/day
  • 150+ beaches: Free

Sources: Safaris Center

🔭 La Palma - Astronomy & Hiking Paradise

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €30-50/night
  • Casa rurales: €40-80 (2-4 people)
  • 3-star hotels: €70-120/night
  • Parador-style: €180-280/night

Sources: TUI

🚗 Transport

  • Flights from Tenerife: $55-125 return
  • Ferries: €40-60 one way
  • Car rental: €25-45/day
  • Public buses: €2-5/journey

Sources: Out of Office Mindset

🍽️ Food

  • Local eateries: €8-15
  • Fine dining: €30-50
  • Malvasia wine: €8-20/bottle
  • Groceries: 20-30% cheaper than Europe

🎢 Entertainment

  • Stargazing tours: €20-35/person
  • Observatory visits: €20 adults, €15 children
  • Volcano tours: €25-40/person
  • National Park: Free entry

Sources: Sunbonoo, Visit La Palma

🌿 La Gomera - Eco-Tourism & Cultural Heritage

🏨 Accommodation

  • Hostels: €37-50/night
  • Casa rurales: €50-90/night
  • 3-star hotels: €67+/night
  • Luxury properties: €200-280/night

Sources: Travel Supermarket

🚗 Transport

  • Ferry from Tenerife: €40 one way, €70 return
  • Flights from Tenerife: €55-95 return
  • Local buses: €1-5/journey
  • Car rental: €20-40/day

Sources: Ferryhopper

🍽️ Food

  • Family restaurants: €10-18/meal
  • Valle Gran Rey: €8-15
  • Palm honey: €8-15/jar
  • Goat cheese: €6-12/kg

Sources: Hikersbay

🎢 Entertainment

  • Garajonay National Park: Free
  • Guided tours: €25-45/person
  • Silbo Gomero demos: €5-15
  • Whale watching: €25-35/person

Sources: Local Guide Gran Canaria

🤿 El Hierro - Sustainable Tourism & World-Class Diving

🏨 Accommodation

  • Basic rooms: €30-45/night
  • Casa rurales: €70-130/night
  • Parador El Hierro: €150-250/night
  • Eco-hotels: €80-150/night

🚗 Transport

  • Flights: €40-125 return
  • Ferries from Tenerife: €54-80/person
  • Car rental: €12-30/day
  • Fuel: €30-40/tank

Sources: RandomTrip

🍽️ Food

  • Local restaurants: €10-20/meal
  • Seafood specialties: €15-25
  • Herreño cheese: €8-15/kg
  • Beach bar tapas: €3-10

Sources: Idealista

🎢 Entertainment

  • Single dives: €25-35
  • 4-dive packages: €100-150
  • PADI certification: €300-450
  • Nature tours: €20-35/person

Sources: Buceo La Restinga, El Hierro Tourism

🚢 Inter-Island Transportation

Ferry Services

  • Lanzarote ↔ Fuerteventura: €18 (25 min)
  • Tenerife ↔ Gran Canaria: €40-60 (1h 20min)
  • Tenerife ↔ El Hierro: €80 (2.5h)

Operators: Fred Olsen Express, Naviera Armas

Inter-Island Flights

  • All routes (Binter): €40-80 one-way
  • Flight duration: 30-45 minutes
  • Weekly flights: 1,000+

Operator: Binter Canarias

💰 Top Money-Saving Strategies

🏨 Accommodation

  • • Choose inland locations (30-50% cheaper)
  • • Book vacation rentals vs hotels
  • • Visit during shoulder seasons
  • • Consider casa rurales for authenticity

🍽️ Food & Drink

  • • Eat at local restaurants away from resorts
  • • Take advantage of Menu del Día offers
  • • Shop at local markets and supermarkets
  • • Bring reusable water bottles

🚗 Transportation

  • • Use public transport and bus cards
  • • Book flights during off-peak periods
  • • Consider ferry travel for inter-island trips
  • • Share car rentals when traveling in groups

Best Value Periods: April-June & September-November

Sources: The Points Guy, Lonely Planet

Plan Your Perfect Canary Islands Adventure

From budget-friendly El Hierro at €50/day to premium Tenerife experiences at €299/day, the Canary Islands offer exceptional value year-round with perfect weather, diverse activities, and efficient inter-island connections.

Budget Travelers

€40-84/day

Hostels, local food, public transport

Mid-Range Comfort

€120-208/day

3-star hotels, restaurants, activities

Luxury Experience

€200-367/day

Premium resorts, fine dining, exclusive tours

For official tourism information visit: Hello Canary Islands | Spain.info