Which place is cheaper, Cebu 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 Cebu?
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 Cebu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Cebu?
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.
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, and The Best Honeymoon Tours in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Cebu $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $80. 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 Cebu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Cebu $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Bali and Cebu
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Cebu? 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 Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Cebu $26
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$2.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Denpasar HTL-APT(DPS) : $8.88
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Ubud: Sky Bike Adventure, Swing & Rice Terrace with Transfer: $18
- Private Transfer Ubud-Seminyak-Kuta-Uluwatu-Jimbaran: $19
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $22
- Private Transfer Between Ubud and Canggu: $23
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Bali Airport: $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- CEB Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $7.00
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cebu APT-HTL (CEB): $18
- Cebu Airport Private Transfer to Cebu City Hotel: $18
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $26
- Cordova Private Transfer from Cordova city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $28
- Private Car Transfer with Driver (Flexible Routes): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cebu HTL-APT (CEB): $31
- Private Airport to Hotel Transfer in Cebu City: $35
- Cebu Airport Transfer to / from Anywhere in Cebu: $37
- Canyoneering Cebu in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer option: $53
- One-way Airport Transfer to Cebu City Hotels: $91
- Cebu Safari & Adventure Park: Wildlife Tour with Transfers: $104
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Cebu?
Prices for flights to both Cebu 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 $34Cebu $36
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.19
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Lunch for Two$13
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Bali Cafe for Two$26
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Lunch for Two$7.75
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Lunch for 2$8.59
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Dinner for 2$9.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $36
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $40
- South Bali Beach Tour, Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Fire Dance & Seafood Barbeque Dinner: $50
- Private Balinese Cooking Class in a Family Home: $53
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $65
- Bali Street Food Tour: $65
- Sidemen Cooking Class: $77
- Pure Bali Village Experience, Cooking & Jamu Class+VIP Transfer: $89
- Benoa Sunset Dinner Cruise with Show and Live Music: $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Carbon Market Food Tour & Bars with Jeepney Ride: $16
- Highlands Guided Tour with STREET FOOD TOUR OPTION: $46
- The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey: $70
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $91
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $100
- Cebu Traditional Cuisine Cooking Class: $100
- Cebu Traditional Bamboo Cooking Class: $110
- Cebu Traditional Bamboo Cooking: $110
- Cebu Vegetarian Cooking Class: $110
- Cebu Traditional Cuisine Cooking Class: $110
- 5-Hour Evening Tour from Cebu with Dinner: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $10Cebu $17
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$52
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$27
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $8.73
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $8.73
- Tanah Lot Temple Half Day Sunset Tour: $13
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $14
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Melasti Beach: $15
- Penglipuran Village, Rice Terrace & Waterfall Tour: $16
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Uluwatu Temple: $17
- Uluwatu Kecak Tickets A Spectacular Show: $17
- Tanah Lot UNESCO World Heritage Sites Full-Day Tour: $20
- Jatiluwih Rice Terraces 1 Hour Electric Bike Tour: $22
- Besakih Mother Temple Tukad Cepung East Bali Private Guided Tour: $23
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Cebu City: Walking Tour: $22
- Cebu City: Guided Trekking Experience: $33
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- City Sightseeing Group Tour: $40
- BEST OF Guided Heritage City Joiners Tour: $45
- Scuba Diving Experience beach entry in Mactan: $45
- Heritage Tour and Uphill Tour: $46
- Cebu Highlands Tour (Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)PICK UP: $46
- Cebu City: Best of Cebu Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour: $49
- Thrill Seekers Paradise Kawasan Canyoning Adventure: $50
- Cebu Half Day City Tour (Private Tour): $52
- Best Seller Cebu City Group Tour: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Cebu $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Makati Pub Crawl with Optional City Tour: $18
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $110
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Cebu, 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Cebu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Cebu?
Cebu has a larger population, and is about 97% larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Cebu, 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 Cebu?
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 Cebu in the Summer?
Both Cebu 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 Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Bali is April to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Cebu. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cebu in the Autumn?
Both Cebu 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 Cebu year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Cebu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in October than Cebu. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bali is around the same temperature as Cebu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cebu in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Cebu 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 around the same amount of rain as Cebu. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Bali is around the same temperature as Cebu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Cebu averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Cebu 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cebu in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Cebu. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Bali usually gets more rain in April than Cebu. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Cebu 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Cebu and Bali
| Bali | Cebu | |||
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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) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 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) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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