Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Guangzhou?
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 Guangzhou can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Guangzhou?
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.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
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 in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $73Guangzhou $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $73, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $42Guangzhou $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $84Guangzhou $114
Compare Hotels in Bali and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Guangzhou? 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 $9.03Guangzhou $14
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:
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- Bali Gili Fast Boat Transfer Ticket All Inclusive: $51
- Bali Massage with Transfer to International Bali Airport (DPS): $58
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $56
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Arrival Private Transfer: $34
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou - Arrival Private Transfer: $34
- Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $34
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Nan Railway Station: $38
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain and City Area: $44
- Private Baiyun Airport Transfer to Guangzhou Railway or East Railway Station: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou City Center to South Railway Station: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou South Railway Station to Baiyun Airport : $53
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $68
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
- Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou 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 $21Guangzhou $19
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou Night View Cruise Tour with Dinner: $90
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- 3-Hour Guangzhou Private Cooking Class with Local Market Visit : $165
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Yumcha and Local Food Market Explore: $180
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Guangzhou $18
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
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- Discovery more Guangzhou evening foodie tour with locals : $65
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $75
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Tour: $77
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
- Guangzhou Foodie Tour: $88
- Guangzhou Walking Tour To Explore The Old Xiguan Area: $89
- Walking Tour of Xiguan Ancient Town: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.20Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Guangzhou, 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 Guangzhou?
Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In July, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Guangzhou this time of the year. In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun in the summer.
Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bali as well as Guangzhou. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets less rain in October than Guangzhou. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guangzhou in the Winter?
Both Guangzhou and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the winter, Bali is much warmer than Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Bali usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guangzhou in the Spring?
Both Guangzhou 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.
In April, Bali is generally a little warmer than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. In the spring, Bali often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in April than Guangzhou. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Bali
| Bali | Guangzhou | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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