Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan)?
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 Busan (Pusan) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
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.
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $80Busan (Pusan) $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $80, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is $104. 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 Busan (Pusan) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $38Busan (Pusan) $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $76Busan (Pusan) $78
Compare Hotels in Bali and Busan (Pusan)
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Busan (Pusan)? 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 Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.22Busan (Pusan) $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 Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Busan Airport (PUS) to Busan Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $62
- Busan hotels to Busan Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer from Busan hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Int Airport(PUS): $65
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan city hotels: $65
- Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan - Arrival Private Transfer: $68
- Busan to Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $68
- Busan Private Transfer: Airport & KTX Stn. to/from Hotel in Busan: $79
- Busan Airport and KTX Station Transfer Service: $79
- Private Airport, Train Station & Hotel Transfer Service in Busan: $80
- Private VIP Airport or Hotel Transfers in Busan: $300
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) 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 $32Busan (Pusan) $44
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
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's$4.46
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Carp Bread$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Autumn Special: 2 Activities + Dinner Only 4 Exclusive Dates: $50
- Kimchi Kitchens Busan Food Tour with 10+ Tastings: $88
- Vegan Friendly Korean Food Cooking Class: $100
- Busan Seafood Tour : Jagalchi market Seafood Tour & Dinner: $110
- Busan Local Food Cooking Class with Market Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $9.85Busan (Pusan) $20
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 Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Busan Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Foreigner Only: $12
- Museum 1 Exhibition Ticket in Busan (내국인 불가): $12
- Busan Running Man Themed Activity Experience Ticket (내국인불가): $12
- Busan Blueline Park Sky Capsule or Beach Train Ticket: $14
- Busan Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid: $15
- Busan Sky Tower Admission Ticket: $20
- Busan Yacht Tour – Gwangan Bridge & Marine City Cruise: $22
- Busan Tour: Haeundae Blueline Park, Yonggungsa, Gamcheon & more: $25
- Night View Experience in Busan in Small Group Tour: $25
- Vaunce Universe Busan Ticket: $26
- Busan Skyline Luge E Ticket: $28
- Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $2.91Busan (Pusan) $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)
Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Busan Social Pub Crawl(Seomyeon&Gwangalli Beach): $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Busan (Pusan), we can see that Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Busan (Pusan), 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 Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) in the Summer?
Both Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Busan (Pusan). In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 257 mm (10.1 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)Busan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Autumn?
Both Busan (Pusan) 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 a little warmer than Busan (Pusan). Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Busan (Pusan) averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In Busan (Pusan), it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 202 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 62 mm (2.4 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)Busan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Busan (Pusan). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Busan (Pusan) can be very cold during winter. In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Busan (Pusan) this time of the year. Bali usually receives less sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 200 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 32 mm (1.3 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)Busan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Busan (Pusan). Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Busan (Pusan) in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the spring, Bali often gets more sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 196 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). Bali usually gets less rain in April than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 148 mm (5.8 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)Busan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Busan (Pusan) and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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