Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Ayutthaya?
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Should you visit Ayutthaya or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Lombok? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Ayutthaya or Lombok?
Ayutthaya
Once the largest city in the world, Ayutthaya, is the example of an ancient capital within a modern city. Located in the central plains of Thailand, this spot is ideally located between China, India and the Malay Archipelago creating the perfect place for trade in Asia. Eighteenth century maps from Holland and France show golden palaces, large ceremony spots and trading vessels from all over the world. Suddenly, in 1767, Ayutthaya experienced a tragic fall from grace with a Burmese invasion burning much of the city to the ground.
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 Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAyutthaya $62Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Ayutthaya is $62, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Ayutthaya and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAyutthaya $21Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAyutthaya $42Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Ayutthaya and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Ayutthaya 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: Ayutthaya Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ayutthaya $27Lombok $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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River Ferry Crossing$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ayutthaya
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ayutthaya:
- Transfer from Bangkok: $97
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport : $22
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $23
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mataram: $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Mangsit to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Dusun Kerandangan: $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Senggigi: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Ayutthaya or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Ayutthaya 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 dayAyutthaya $20Lombok $12
Typical Food Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of dining costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$3.82
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Ice Cream$0.82
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Breakfast for 2$3.82
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Breakfast for 2$9.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ayutthaya
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ayutthaya.
- Bangkok: VELA Dinner Cruise Ticket: $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $60
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ayutthaya $27Lombok $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Temple Entrances (2)$5.46
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Wat Entrance$1.36
Tours and Activities in Ayutthaya
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ayutthaya are as follows:
- AYUTTHAYA : Private Car Rental & Customize Tour with Driver: $49
- Ayutthaya 1-day Private Tour : UNESCO World Heritage Site: $141
- Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour: $35
- Ayutthaya’s Heritage Revealed A Day Tour from Bangkok: $632
- Ancient City Temple Tour: $162
- Colors of UNESCO Heritage 6 hour Bicycle Tour: $54
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Day Tour Small Group: $57
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Full Day Private Guided Tour: $350
- From Bangkok: Tour Ayutthaya + Lunch + Spanish guide: $146
- The Incredible Ayutthaya Ancient Temple Tour: $51
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: $17
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $31
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Private Lombok Hidden Beach Tour: Elak Elak, Sekotong, and Mekaki Beach: $50
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gile Waterfall Trekking Tour: $55
- Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall Tour - Private Day Tour: $55
- One Day Tour Pink Beach East Lombok Excursion: $55
- Lombok Sasak Culture Tour from Mataram: $59
- Private Lombok Cycling Tour : Lingsar Temple, Rice Field, Village & Market Tour: $59
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAyutthaya $18Lombok $8.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ayutthaya and Lombok, we can see that Ayutthaya is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Ayutthaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ayutthaya than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ayutthaya Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya or Lombok in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ayutthaya as well as Lombok. Ayutthaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Ayutthaya receives a lot of rain in the summer. Ayutthaya usually gets more rain in July than Lombok. Ayutthaya gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Ayutthaya is a little warmer than Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ayutthaya in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAyutthaya 29°C (84°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok and Ayutthaya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya is October to April. The rainy season in Ayutthaya is May to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Lombok. It's quite rainy in Ayutthaya. In October, Ayutthaya usually receives more rain than Lombok. Ayutthaya gets 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Ayutthaya is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Ayutthaya average around 28°C (82°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAyutthaya 28°C (82°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Lombok in the Winter?
Both Lombok and Ayutthaya during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Ayutthaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
Ayutthaya usually gets less rain in January than Lombok. Ayutthaya gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Ayutthaya. In the winter, Ayutthaya often gets more sunshine than Lombok. Ayutthaya gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun.
Ayutthaya is cooler than Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Ayutthaya averages around 25°C (78°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAyutthaya 25°C (78°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ayutthaya and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ayutthaya year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
October to April in Ayutthaya is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Ayutthaya. In April, Ayutthaya usually receives less rain than Lombok. Ayutthaya gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Ayutthaya. In the spring, Ayutthaya is a little warmer than Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ayutthaya in April average around 31°C (88°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAyutthaya 31°C (88°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Ayutthaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (78°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (85°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 292 mm (11.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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.