Which place is cheaper, Ponce 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $80Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $80, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $38Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $76Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Bali and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Ponce? 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 Ponce Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.22Ponce $10
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$2.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Private Airport Transfer: Densapar City → DPS Airport: $8.88
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Private Bali Transfer & Costumize Day trip: $18
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Denpasar Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel: $25
- Ubud ATV Quad Bike Ticket And Transfer: $29
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $33
- Bali Sea Walker Under Water Experience With Hotel Transfer: $35
- Lombok : private Transfer from bangsal port to kuta lombok: $38
- Bangsal Harbour to Kuta Lombok Private Transfer: $39
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $32Ponce $61
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.13
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Lunch for Two$12
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Bali Cafe for Two$24
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Lunch for Two$7.34
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Lunch for 2$8.13
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Dinner for 2$8.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Bali Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $36
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $41
- Bali Village Sunset Experience – Jamu, Local Sweets & Dinner: $45
- Nusa Dua: Bali Cooking Class Spice Herb Garden Visit-Free Pick Up: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Nusa Dua Beachfront Bali Cooking Class, Market Tour, Free Pick Up: $53
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $55
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Uluwatu Temple Sunset Tour & Dinner at Jimbaran Bay: $63
- Authentic Balinese Cooking Classes: $63
- Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $9.85Ponce $56
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$49
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Snorkelling Trip$11
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Cooking School$25
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Skip-the-Line: Uluwatu Kecak Dance Ticket (First Session): $9.60
- Bali Jetski Watersport Package Nusa Dua Beach Experience: $10
- Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Fire Dance Ticket at Karang Boma Cliff: $10
- Karang Boma Cliff Sunset Kecak Dance Hidden Gem Experience: $11
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Uluwatu Temple: $11
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $12
- Uluwatu Kecak Dance Ticket: $12
- Private Uluwatu Sunset & Kecak Dance with Skip-the-Line Tickets: $12
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Melasti Beach: $14
- Kecak Fire Dance Ticket And Uluwatu Sunset Tour Included: $21
- Bali Full Day Uluwatu Highlights Tour: $23
- All Inclusive Bali Benoa Watersports and Jet Ski Adventure: $23
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Private Sunset Walking Tour in San Juan: $25
- Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
- Guided Walking Tour in Ponce: $30
- Prive Tours in Puerto Rico: $40
- Hidden Jewels Tours: $48
- Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan : $60
- Half-Day Small-Group River Experience in El Yunque with Local : $68
- Explore El Yunque and Historic Castle in Old San Juan Tour: $69
- Island Escape Rainforest to Castles Tour: $70
- Arecibo Triple Tour Indian Caves Waterfalls and Nature : $71
- Puerto Rico Countryside Tour with Visit to Waterfall: $79
- Party Bus Experience in San Juan, Puerto Rico: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $2.91Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce 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 Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Ponce?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Ponce, 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce 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 Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Bali is April to September. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Ponce. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
Bali is around the same temperature as Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bali or Ponce in the Autumn?
Both Ponce 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 Ponce year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Ponce gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in October than Ponce. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Ponce. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Bali is around the same temperature as Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bali or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Ponce. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Ponce 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 more rain than Ponce. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Bali usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Ponce. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Ponce in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Ponce. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Bali usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Ponce. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the spring, Bali often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun.
Bali is around the same temperature as Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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