Which place is cheaper, Accra or Bali?
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 Bali or Accra?
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 Bali and Accra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Accra?
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.
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, and The Best Safaris in Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $80Accra $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $80, while the average daily cost in Accra is $54. 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 Bali and Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $38Accra $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $76Accra $46
Compare Hotels in Bali and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Accra? 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: Bali Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.22Accra $20
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$2.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Private Airport Transfer: Densapar City → DPS Airport: $8.88
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Private Bali Transfer & Costumize Day trip: $18
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Denpasar Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel: $25
- Ubud ATV Quad Bike Ticket And Transfer: $29
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $33
- Bali Sea Walker Under Water Experience With Hotel Transfer: $35
- Lombok : private Transfer from bangsal port to kuta lombok: $38
- Bangsal Harbour to Kuta Lombok Private Transfer: $39
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $35
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Accra Private Airport Transfer: Zero-Stress Meet & Greet: $80
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $119
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra and Bali 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 dayBali $32Accra $20
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.13
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Lunch for Two$12
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Bali Cafe for Two$24
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Lunch for Two$7.34
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Lunch for 2$8.13
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Dinner for 2$8.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Bali Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $36
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $41
- Bali Village Sunset Experience – Jamu, Local Sweets & Dinner: $45
- Nusa Dua: Bali Cooking Class Spice Herb Garden Visit-Free Pick Up: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Nusa Dua Beachfront Bali Cooking Class, Market Tour, Free Pick Up: $53
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $55
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Uluwatu Temple Sunset Tour & Dinner at Jimbaran Bay: $63
- Authentic Balinese Cooking Classes: $63
- Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Accra Osu Night Market Food Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $80
- Ghana Jollof Cooking Class with Bottomless Wine: $80
- Accra Makola Market Food Tour With Full Lunch: $83
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $90
- 12-Course Heritage Tasting Dinner & Optional Nightlife Experience: $130
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
- Food Tour in Accra: $297
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $9.85Accra $4.08
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$49
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Snorkelling Trip$11
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Cooking School$25
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Skip-the-Line: Uluwatu Kecak Dance Ticket (First Session): $9.60
- Bali Jetski Watersport Package Nusa Dua Beach Experience: $10
- Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Fire Dance Ticket at Karang Boma Cliff: $10
- Karang Boma Cliff Sunset Kecak Dance Hidden Gem Experience: $11
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Uluwatu Temple: $11
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $12
- Uluwatu Kecak Dance Ticket: $12
- Private Uluwatu Sunset & Kecak Dance with Skip-the-Line Tickets: $12
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Melasti Beach: $14
- Kecak Fire Dance Ticket And Uluwatu Sunset Tour Included: $21
- Bali Full Day Uluwatu Highlights Tour: $23
- All Inclusive Bali Benoa Watersports and Jet Ski Adventure: $23
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- Accra City Day Tour-History,Culture,Markets&Independence Square: $38
- Accra Guided City Tour Cultural and Historical Experience: $39
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
- Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $45
- African Alcoholic Drinks Tasting Experience: $50
- Ghanaian Cultural Art Tour and Scented Candle Making Experience: $50
- Ghanaian Food Tasting Experience with Music and Drinks: $55
- Accra Textiles and Fashion Tour: $60
- Half-Day Private Tour of Nima Market with Pick Up: $65
- Accra Guided City Tour: $70
- Accra Street Food Walking Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $76
- Accra City and Cultural Tour with Local Guide: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $2.91Accra $5.85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Accra, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Bali would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bali than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Accra?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Accra, 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.
When is the best time to visit Bali or Accra?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Bali or Accra in the Summer?
Both Accra and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Bali is April to September. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Accra. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Bali is around the same temperature as Accra in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Accra 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Accra in the Autumn?
Both Accra and Bali during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Bali usually gets more rain in October than Accra. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Bali is around the same temperature as Accra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Accra averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Accra 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bali or Accra in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Accra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali. In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Accra. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Accra. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Accra fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Accra 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Accra in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Accra. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Accra. Bali usually gets less rain in April than Accra. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bali is around the same temperature as Accra in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Accra 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Accra and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
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