Which place is cheaper, Nanchang or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Nanchang?
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 Nanchang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Nanchang?
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.
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $76Nanchang $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $76, while the average daily cost in Nanchang is $60. 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 Nanchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $43Nanchang $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $86Nanchang $40
Compare Hotels in Bali and Nanchang
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Nanchang? 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 $9.40Nanchang $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$3.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Paragliding In Bali With Private Hotel Transfer: $140
- 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
- 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: $68
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $64
- ATV Mason Jungle Buggy Adventure with Lunch & Transfer: $61
- Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Experience with Transfer: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Nanchang?
Prices for flights to both Nanchang 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 $21Nanchang $33
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.29
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$28
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Lunch for Two$8.40
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Lunch for 2$9.30
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Dinner for 2$10
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': $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $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: $34
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Evening Bali Mangrove Canoe Tour with Dinner: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Nanchang $4.69
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$56
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Snorkelling Trip$13
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Cooking School$29
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Lembongan Snorkeling and Island Tour: $80
- Nusa Penida Snorkeling Adventure (Private & All-Inclusive): $129
- Sightseeing to Ulundanu temple, banyumala waterfall & Tanah lot: $57
- Tanah Lot, Padang Beach, Uluwatu Sunset, & Kecak Dance Tour: $55
- (BCR Rafting) Rafting Adventure in Telaga Waja River 18km: $55
- 3 Days Full Day Tours Tanah Lot Temple The Gate Of Heaven Temple: $300
- 3-Days Lombok,Gili island Tour Hopping around departure from Bali island: $300
- 30 minutes tandem Paragliding tours in Bali with free photo/video: $185
- 6-Hour White Water Rafting and Kanto Lampo Waterfall Private Tour: $79
- ATV Tour Through Fun Zone and Scenic Trek: $35
- Alas Harum Bali Cretya Tegalalang Rice Terrace Ubud Swing Ticket: $25
- Amazing Day Tour: Highlights of Ubud Village Hidden Waterfall: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.33Nanchang $6.48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Nanchang, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Nanchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nanchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nanchang 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 Nanchang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Nanchang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Nanchang?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Nanchang, 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 Nanchang?
Nanchang 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 Nanchang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bali as well as Nanchang. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is cooler than Nanchang in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Nanchang fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nanchang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the summer, Bali often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Nanchang. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 262 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nanchang. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Nanchang. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Nanchang 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bali or Nanchang in the Autumn?
Both Nanchang and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the autumn, Bali is a little warmer than Nanchang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Nanchang averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Nanchang during autumn. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Bali usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nanchang. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Nanchang 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Bali or Nanchang in the Winter?
Both Nanchang 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.
In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Nanchang. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Nanchang fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the winter, Bali often gets more sunshine than Nanchang. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 103 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in January than Nanchang. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Nanchang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Bali or Nanchang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Nanchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Bali is much warmer than Nanchang in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Nanchang fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Nanchang during spring. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 116 hours of full sun in the spring.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Bali usually receives less rain than Nanchang. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the spring. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Nanchang 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Nanchang and Bali
| Bali | Nanchang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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