Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Lombok can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Lombok?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $27Lombok $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $27, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $56. 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 Alexandria and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.92Lombok $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Lombok $52
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Lombok? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.67Lombok $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Transfer From Alexandria To Cairo Airport: $240
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $228
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo in Egypt or vice versa: $134
- Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Cairo: $130
- Alexandria to Giza & Cairo | Private Hotel or Airport Transfer: $88
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
- Airport Transfer from Alexandria to Marsa Matrouh: $74
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to Marsa Matrouh: $73
- Private Transfer Alexandria to Cairo Hotel or Airport: $73
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bangsal Port Transfer: $9.40
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $114
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Serangan: $73
- Fast Transfer by Private Speedboat&Car (Gili → Kuta Lombok): $81
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $29
- Hotel Transfer at Lombok: $34
- Lombok Airport Transfer: $10
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Lombok Private Airport Transfers To Bangsal Port Lombok and Gili Trawangan: $50
- Lombok Private Transfer from or to Airports & Hotel/Ports: $17
- Lombok Transfer From 3 Gilis to Airport or Hotel In Lombok: $45
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $14Lombok $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $20
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt: $20
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gili Trawangan: Authentic Indonesian Food Gili Cooking Class: $44
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $70
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.12Lombok $9.38
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $197
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $89
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria By Night Private Free Walking Tours & Horse Carriage Ride: $68
- Alexandria By Night Private Tour By Horse Carriage Ride And Free Walking Tour: $68
- Alexandria City Tour from Cairo Full Day: $85
- Alexandria Day Tour: $110
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $16
- Gili Air : Shared Tour with Sea Turtles & Underwater Statues: $18
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Admission Ticket: $20
- Lombok Waterfalls & Sukarara Weaving Village Tour: $22
- Sendang Gile Waterfall, Malimbu, & Pusuk Pass Panorama Tour: $33
- Sasak Villages, Beaches, and Merese Hill Tour: $35
- Lombok Sasak Culture and Village Tour: $35
- Lombok Group Tour | Hidden Gili Islands Snorkeling & Island Hop: $40
- Lombok Biking Tour: $41
- Exclusive Private Lombok Car Hire & Customized Tour: $43
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Orangutan Observation Experience: $43
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Elephant Observation Experience: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.38Lombok $7.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Lombok, we can see that Lombok is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Lombok is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Lombok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lombok than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria or Lombok?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Alexandria or Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Alexandria during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
May to September is the dry season in Lombok. Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Lombok. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Lombok in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, November to April is the rainy season in Lombok. Lombok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Lombok. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Alexandria is cooler than Lombok in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Lombok. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than Lombok. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Alexandria is much colder than Lombok. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Lombok in the Spring?
Both Lombok and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Lombok is May to September. The rainy season in Lombok is November to April. In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Lombok. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Alexandria is generally cooler than Lombok. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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