A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bali vs. Quito for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bali or Quito?

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 Quito can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Bali or Quito?

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.

Quito

Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.

Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.

Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.

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 Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.


Which place is cheaper, Quito or Bali?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $91, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bali $43
    Quito $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bali $86
    Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Bali and Quito

Looking for a hotel in Bali or Quito? 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.

Hotels in Bali


Hotels in Quito


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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 Quito Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bali $9.31
    Quito $6.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:


  • Motorbike Rental
    $3.20

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 Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
  • Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
  • Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $53
  • 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
  • Bali and Nusa Penida: Fast Boat Transfers: $30
  • Bali and Trawangan: Fastboat with Optional Bali Transfer: $49
  • Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $49
  • Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $64
  • ATV Mason Jungle Buggy Adventure with Lunch & Transfer: $61

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:


  • Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:

  • Transfer in Private Vehicle from Quito Airport (UIO) - Quito City: $18
  • Transfer in private vehicle from Quito City - Quito Airport (UIO): $18
  • Private Transfer from or to Quito Airport (one way): $20
  • Quito Airport Arrival Transfer to Hotel: $20
  • Private Departure Transfer from Quito to the Airport - One Way: $21
  • Transfer In / Out Quito: $25
  • Unique Quito Transfer Mariscal Sucre Airport to Hotel: $27
  • Quito hotels to Mariscal Sucre Quito Airport (UIO) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
  • Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $28
  • Guayaquil to Guayaquil Airport GYE Departure Private Transfer: $29

Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Quito?

Prices for flights to both Quito 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bali $37
    Quito $34
Typical Food Prices in Bali

Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:


  • Coffee
    $1.28
  • Lunch for Two
    $14
  • Bali Cafe for Two
    $28
  • Lunch for Two
    $8.31
  • Lunch for 2
    $9.21
  • 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.

  • Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
  • ​​The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $29
  • Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
  • Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
  • 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
  • Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $51
  • Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $55

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.

  • Old Town Highlights & Food Tour: $25
  • 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito: $39
  • Guilty Pleasures Walking Food Tours in Quito: $45
  • Quito Cooking Class Shared Experience: $59
  • Ecuador Food Tour: $69
  • Cooking class In-home space: $75
  • Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88
  • Cooking Class with Chef, Market Tour & Transportation: $88
  • Cooking Class with a chef and local market including hotel pickup: $89
  • Ecuadorian Cooking Class with a chef and Local Market: $89
  • Jacchigua Show Including Dinner + Transfer: $92
  • Private Famous Food Tour of Historic Old Town in Quito: $95

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bali $11
    Quito $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:


  • Spa for Two
    $56
  • Snorkelling Trip
    $13
  • Cooking School
    $29

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 Tanjung Benoa Water Sport Adventure: $8.34
  • Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.30
  • Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.57
  • Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $13
  • Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
  • Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $14
  • Uluwatu Temple Kecak Fire Dance Private Guided Tour: $15
  • Uluwatu Temple Tour with Optional Kecak Dance Ticket: $16
  • Tanah Lot Temple Guided Tour: $18
  • Ubud Scenic Waterfall Private Guided Tour: $18
  • Bali Nusa Dua Theatre: Devdan Show Tickets: $20

Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito

Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two
    $8.00

Tours and Activities in Quito

Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2.5-Hour City Bus Tour: $15
  • Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus: $15
  • The Original Quito City Tour : $20
  • Middle of the World Tour with Tickets: $25
  • Shared Quito City Tour: $28
  • Quito : Must-see Sites Walking Tour With A Guide: $29
  • Explore Old Town Sightseeing, Food, Culture Small Group Walking Tour: $29
  • Walking Tour Quito: $30
  • Middle of the World and Volcano Tour: $30
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $32
  • Quito : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
  • Night Tour of Urban Legends in Quito: $33

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bali $3.29
    Quito $17

Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:


  • Beers for Two
    $9.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Quito

Also in Quito, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Half-day tour to high altitude vineyards and wine tasting: $45
  • Ecuador Spirit Craft Brewery Tasting and Latitude 0 Private Tour: $130


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Quito, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Quito much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Quito 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 Quito would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quito 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 Quito.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Quito Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bali or Quito?

Quito has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Quito, 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.