Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Rabat?
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 Rabat can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Rabat?
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.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $74Rabat $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $74, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $43. 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 Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $42Rabat $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $84Rabat $54
Compare Hotels in Bali and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Rabat? 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 Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $9.12Rabat $2.10
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$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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $24
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $42
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Rabat To Casablanca Luxury transfer: $82
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat 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 $21Rabat $12
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Rabat $2.83
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 Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.23Rabat -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Rabat, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Rabat is in Africa, 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Rabat, 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 Rabat?
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 Rabat in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bali as well as Rabat. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Bali usually gets more rain in July than Rabat. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the summer, Bali often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.
Bali is a little warmer than Rabat in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Rabat fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bali or Rabat in the Autumn?
Both Rabat 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 Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bali is October to March. In October, Bali usually receives more rain than Rabat. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Rabat during autumn. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Bali is a little warmer than Rabat. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Rabat averages at about 20°C (67°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Bali or Rabat in the Winter?
Both Rabat 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 Rabat year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Bali usually gets more rain in January than Rabat. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Bali often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.
In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Bali or Rabat in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Rabat. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round. Rabat 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 Rabat. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during spring. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
Bali is much warmer than Rabat in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Rabat fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Bali
| Bali | Rabat | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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