A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bali vs. Antigua Guatemala for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bali or Antigua Guatemala?

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 Antigua Guatemala can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Bali or Antigua Guatemala?

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.

Antigua Guatemala

Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.


Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Bali?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $80, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is $74. 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 Antigua Guatemala in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bali $38
    Antigua Guatemala $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bali $76
    Antigua Guatemala $44
Compare Hotels in Bali and Antigua Guatemala

Looking for a hotel in Bali or Antigua Guatemala? 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.

Hotels in Bali


Hotels in Antigua Guatemala


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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 Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bali $8.22
    Antigua Guatemala $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:


  • Motorbike Rental
    $2.82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:

  • Paragliding In Bali With Private Hotel Transfer: $140
  • Luxury Bali Private Airport Transfer Alphard: $113
  • West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
  • Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $82
  • Batur Volcano Jeep Tour Include Private Transfer: $80
  • Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing, Banana Boat, Jet Ski with Transfer: $77
  • Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
  • Bali Sunrise Horseback Ride at Beach with Hotel Transfer: $75
  • Bali Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
  • Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing Adventure, Donut Boat with Transfer: $67
  • Bali Ultimate Watersport Package and Optional Transfers: $65
  • Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $64

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala

Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
  • From Panajachel: One Way Shared Transfers to Antigua: $25
  • Panajachel: One way shared transfer to Antigua: $25
  • One-Way Shared Van Transfer to Panajachel: $25
  • Private Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Airport: $27
  • Private Ground Transfer From Antigua To Guatemala City Airport: $30
  • Guatemala City Airport: Private Transfer to Antigua: $30
  • Private Transfer From Antigua to Guatemala City / Airport: $30
  • Antigua: Private Transfer to Guatemala City Airport: $30
  • Shared Transfer From Antigua to Panajachel (Atitlan): $30
  • From Antigua Guatemala One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $34
  • transfer service Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan destination: $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Antigua Guatemala?

Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bali $32
    Antigua Guatemala $25
Typical Food Prices in Bali

Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:


  • Coffee
    $1.13
  • Lunch for Two
    $12
  • Bali Cafe for Two
    $24
  • Lunch for Two
    $7.34
  • Lunch for 2
    $8.13
  • 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

Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:


  • Lunch
    $3.27
  • Lunch
    $7.85

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala

For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
  • Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
  • Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
  • Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
  • Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
  • Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
  • Cooking Classes and Jade Workshops: $75
  • Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
  • Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $75
  • Guatemalan Mayan Cooking Workshop: $75
  • Cooking Class With Local Family: $84
  • Antigua Local: Evening Street Food Tour with Dinner: $84

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bali $9.85
    Antigua Guatemala $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:


  • Spa for Two
    $49
  • Snorkelling Trip
    $11
  • Cooking School
    $25

Tours and Activities in Bali

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:

  • 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $140
  • 3-Days Lombok,Gili island Tour Hopping around departure from Bali island: $300
  • 5 Hours Bali Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Tour Including Tanjung Jepun: $59
  • 6 Hour Car Charter Tour of Uluwatu Temple: $45
  • All Inclusive Bali Benoa Watersports and Jet Ski Adventure: $23
  • Amazing Experience ATV Quad Bike with Bali Swing: $75
  • Amazing Private Tours: Dolphins Lovina and Gitgit Waterfall include Lunch: $85
  • Amazing Rafting adventure on the Telaga Waja white water Bali include breakfast: $51
  • Bali : ATV Quad Bike and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch: $35
  • Bali ATV (Quad Bike)+Rafting with lunch+Coffee Plantation tour: $38
  • Bali ATV Adventure: $61
  • Bali ATV Quad Bike Adventure and Ayung Rafting Combo with Lunch: $58

Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.

  • Antigua Guatemala Historic Center Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Signature Lattes Tasting Experience in Antigua for Coffee Lovers: $13
  • Historical and Cultural Walking Tour of Antigua Guatemala: $20
  • Half-Day Walking Tour: $20
  • Guided City Tour with Chef David Farfan: $20
  • Express tour in Antigua: $20
  • Cultural and Fun Walking Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $22
  • Walking Tour with Local Guide: $23
  • From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish: $23
  • Guided Walking Tour with Coffee: $24
  • Antigua Walking Tour: $24
  • Antigua Walking Tour: $25

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bali $2.91
    Antigua Guatemala $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:

  • Antigua Bar Crawl: $26


When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Bali is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Bali is in Asia and Antigua Guatemala is in Central America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bali or Antigua Guatemala?

Bali has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Antigua Guatemala, 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.