Which place is cheaper, Cuenca 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 Cuenca?
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 Cuenca can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Cuenca?
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.
Cuenca
Cuenca is a vibrant colonial city in southern Ecuador, the third largest in the country, and the capital of Azuay Province. Cuenca is considered as Ecuador's most important and beautiful colonial city after Quito. Dating from the 16th century, Cuenca's historic center, a Unesco World Heritage Site with its trademark skyline of massive rotundas and soaring steeples, is a magical sight in which you will feel like you are moving back in time. Cuenca is the center of many craft traditions, including ceramics, metalwork and the internationally famous panama hat. The nearby villages also offer many other handicrafts. Tourists enjoy wandering the ancient streets discovering picturesque alleys and hidden corners, where nuns march along cobblestone streets and kids in Catholic-school uniforms skip past historic churches. Fascinating historic monuments and fabulous views are found at every turn. Cuenca also has outstanding art museums and festivals. For a rewarding cultural experience, visit during Easter to attend the Festival of Religious Music.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Wildlife Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Cuenca $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Cuenca is $53. 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 Cuenca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Cuenca $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Cuenca $26
Compare Hotels in Bali and Cuenca
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Cuenca? 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 Cuenca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Cuenca $11
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:
- All Inclusive Batur Sunrise Treking Guide Ticket And Transfer : $60
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- Bali Nusa Dua Combo Parasailing And Snorkeling Include Transfer: $35
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $69
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $115
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- LuxMe Bali Four Hands massage with Hotel Transfer: $58
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cuenca:
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Taxi Ride$2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cuenca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cuenca:
- Cuenca Airport Transfer: $13
- Cuenca to/from Guayaquil Private Transfer: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Cuenca?
Prices for flights to both Cuenca 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 $34Cuenca $26
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.
- 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
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cuenca:
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Lunch$10
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Snacks$5.00
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Empanada$1.50
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Hot Dog$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cuenca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cuenca.
- Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador: $33
- Cooking Class & Market Tour in Cuenca: $55
- Experience Ecuador: Join an Andean Cooking Class in Cuenca: $85
- Private Cooking Class: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $10Cuenca $16
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:
- 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
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Uluwatu Temple: $17
- Uluwatu Kecak Tickets A Spectacular Show: $17
- Besakih Mother Temple Tukad Cepung East Bali Private Guided Tour: $23
- Alas Harum Bali Cretya Tegalalang Rice Terrace Ubud Swing Ticket: $25
- Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay: $27
- Bali Quad Bike ATV Rides in Uluwatu Experiences: $28
- Gunung Kawi Rice Terrace Swing And Waterfall Private Guided Tour : $28
- Uluwatu Temple Entry and Kecak Fire Dance Ticket: $29
- Uluwatu & Kecak Dance Tour: $29
Tours and Activities in Cuenca
Here are a few actual costs in Cuenca for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour : $16
- Half-Day Biking and Walking Tour in Cuenca: $30
- Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory: $35
- Tour of the best of Cuenca walking through its Historic Center: $35
- Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory: $35
- Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca: $39
- El Chorro waterfalls and Busa lake tour from Cuenca: $44
- Cuenca Your Way Exclusive Private City Tour: $45
- City Sightseeing Tour: $45
- Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca: $47
- Wonderful Cajas National Park tour from Cuenca: $48
- Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Cuenca $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Cuenca, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Cuenca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Cuenca is in South America, 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 Cuenca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cuenca 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 Cuenca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Cuenca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Cuenca?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Cuenca. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Cuenca, 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 Cuenca?
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 Cuenca in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Cuenca. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Cuenca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
April to September in Bali is the dry season. In July, Bali usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Bali is a little warmer than Cuenca in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Cuenca fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Cuenca 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cuenca in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bali as well as Cuenca. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cuenca throughout the year.
October to March in Bali is the rainy season. Bali usually gets more rain in October than Cuenca. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Bali is much warmer than Cuenca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Cuenca averages at about 12°C (54°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Cuenca 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cuenca in the Winter?
Both Cuenca and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cuenca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bali is October to March. In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite cold in Cuenca in the winter. In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Cuenca. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Cuenca fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Cuenca 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Bali or Cuenca in the Spring?
Both Cuenca and Bali during the spring 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 Cuenca year-round.
April to September is the dry season in Bali. Bali usually gets more rain in April than Cuenca. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bali is much warmer than Cuenca in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Cuenca fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Cuenca 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Cuenca and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
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