Which place is cheaper, Benxi or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Benxi?
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 Benxi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Benxi?
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.
Benxi
Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $73Benxi $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $73, while the average daily cost in Benxi is $94. 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 Benxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $42Benxi $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $84Benxi $94
Compare Hotels in Bali and Benxi
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Benxi? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $9.03Benxi $31
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$3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $15
- Mount Batur Sunrise 4WD Jeep With Transfer : $16
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $16
- Private Transfer Ubud-Seminyak-Kuta-Uluwatu-Jimbaran: $19
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Private Transfer Between Ubud and Canggu: $22
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Benxi?
Prices for flights to both Benxi 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 $21Benxi $30
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.24
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.07
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Lunch for 2$8.93
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Dinner for 2$9.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $28
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $30
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Benxi $7.29
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$54
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$28
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: $8.97
- Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $13
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Temple and Karang Boma Cliff Tour with Tickets: $15
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $19
- All-Inclusive White Water Rafting Adventure in Ubud: $19
- 1-Day Instant Entry Ticket to Waterbom Bali: $19
- Ubud: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces, Temple & Waterfalls Tour: $19
- Bali Nusa Dua Theatre: Devdan Show Tickets: $19
- Ubud: Waterfall, Rice Terraces & Monkey Forest Private Tour: $20
- All Inclusive Bali Snorkeling Blue Lagoon tour experience : $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.20Benxi $7.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Benxi, we can see that Benxi is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Benxi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Benxi 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 Bali Expensive? and Is Benxi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Benxi?
Benxi has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Benxi, 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 Benxi?
Benxi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bali experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bali or Benxi in the Summer?
Both Benxi and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Bali is around the same temperature as Benxi in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Benxi fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Benxi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Benxi during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Benxi. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Benxi. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Benxi 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Bali or Benxi in the Autumn?
Both Benxi 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.
In the autumn, Bali is much warmer than Benxi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Benxi averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In Benxi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Benxi. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 216 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in October than Benxi. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Benxi 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bali or Benxi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Benxi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
The weather in Benxi can be very cold. In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Benxi. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Benxi fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Bali usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Benxi during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Benxi. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Benxi -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Bali or Benxi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Benxi. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Benxi in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Benxi fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Benxi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the spring, Bali often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Benxi. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 241 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in April than Benxi. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Benxi 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Benxi and Bali
| Bali | Benxi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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