Which place is cheaper, Managua or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Managua?
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 Managua can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Managua?
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.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $74Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $74, while the average daily cost in Managua is $55. 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 Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $42Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $84Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Bali and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Managua? 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 Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $9.12Managua $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$3.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Unforgettable Batur Volcano Hiking With Private Transfer: $85
- Drive Your Own Jet Ski Without Instructor With Private Transfer: $85
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Horse Riding on the Black Sand Beach and Free Hotel Transfers: $74
- Nusa Penida All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour with Transfers: $67
- Ubud: Sky Bike and Jungle Swing Experience with Transfer: $64
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $61
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $33
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua 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 $21Managua $17
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.25
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.14
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Lunch for 2$9.02
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Dinner for 2$9.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Private Tour Rafting Uluwatu Kecak Dance Sunset and Dinner in Jimbaran Bay: $28
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $29
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $33
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- Bali Night Market Food Tour From Ubud: $35
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Managua $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$54
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Snorkelling Trip$13
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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:
- ATV Rafting Jungle Swing Private Guided Tour : $63
- Bali Telaga Waja White Water Rafting Adventure : $47
- Lembongan Snorkeling and Island Tour: $80
- Nusa Penida Snorkeling Adventure (Private & All-Inclusive): $129
- Private Tour Bali Bird Park And Ubud Tour: $110
- Private Tours Tegenungan Waterfall Ubud Palace & Market: $80
- White Water Rafting Adventure at Telaga Waja River : $43
- (BCR Rafting) Rafting Adventure in Telaga Waja River 18km: $55
- 2 Day Tours Ubud Art Village, Dance And Other Tourist Attractions: $186
- 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $124
- 2-Hour Private Luxury Spa Experience Bali Aromatherapy Massage: $50
- 3 Days Full Day Tours Tanah Lot Temple The Gate Of Heaven Temple: $300
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- Private lava tour-Masaya Volcano from Managua: $49
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- PRIVATE Laguna de apoyo day pass + masaya volcano lava tour: $70
- PRIVATE Boat ride + Colonial city tour at Granada+Catarina lookout: $80
- PRIVATE Day trip Granada Isletas +Colonial City tour from Managua: $80
- Managua City Tour: $84
- PRIVATE Boat tour + Granada City +Masaya Volcano Night Tour : $85
- full tour Somoto Canyon Nicaragua: $86
- PRIVATE Boat tour+Granada City and Catarina lookout from Managua: $88
- Managua City Tour: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.23Managua $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Managua, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Managua is in Central 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Managua?
Managua has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Managua, 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 Managua?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Bali or Managua in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bali as well as Managua. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Managua. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the summer, Bali often gets more sunshine than Managua. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
In July, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Managua. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bali is October to March. It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In October, Bali usually receives less rain than Managua. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Managua during autumn. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Bali is around the same temperature as Managua in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Bali during the winter 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 Managua year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Bali usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Bali often gets less sunshine than Managua. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Bali is around the same temperature as Managua. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Managua averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bali or Managua in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Managua. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
April to September in Bali is the dry season. In April, Bali usually receives more rain than Managua. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Managua during spring. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Managua. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Bali
| Bali | Managua | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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