Which place is cheaper, Bali or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Bali?
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 Ankara and Bali. 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: Ankara or Bali?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Bali $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Bali is $76. 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 Ankara and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Bali $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Bali $88
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Bali? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Bali $9.46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.04
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Short Taxi Ride$0.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $41
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $41
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $61
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $68
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $108
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $108
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $114
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $114
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$3.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $56
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Bali and Trawangan: Fastboat with Optional Bali Transfer: $51
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $51
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $31Bali $21
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.34
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.30
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$28
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Lunch for Two$8.45
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Lunch for 2$9.36
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Dinner for 2$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $30
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- Traditional Dinner with visit to Ubud Night Market: $34
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Bali Street Food Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Bali $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.23
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $32
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Private Tour with a Local: $39
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $228
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $279
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $459
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$57
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Snorkelling Trip$13
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Cooking School$29
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.63
- Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.90
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $11
- Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $14
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Kecak Tickets A Spectacular Show: $15
- Uluwatu Temple Tour with Optional Kecak Dance Ticket: $16
- Private Kintamani Sunrise Jeep Tour with Breakfast: $17
- Watersport activity Ocean walker, Parasailing Adventure & Banana Boat: $18
- Tanah Lot Temple Guided Tour: $18
- Gili Islands: Private Snorkeling Boat Tour with Local Guide: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Bali $3.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Bali, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Bali 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 Bali would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bali 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Bali.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Bali?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Bali, 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.