Which place is cheaper, Shenzhen or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Shenzhen?
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 Shenzhen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Shenzhen?
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.
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $76Shenzhen $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $76, while the average daily cost in Shenzhen is $127. 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 Shenzhen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $43Shenzhen $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $86Shenzhen $184
Compare Hotels in Bali and Shenzhen
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Shenzhen? 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 $9.40Shenzhen $15
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:
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Unforgettable Batur Volcano Hiking With Private Transfer: $85
- Ubud: Sky Bike Adventure, Swing & Rice Terrace with Transfer: $54
- Traditional Balinese Massage with Hotel Transfer: $50
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $17
- Private transfer: Uluwatu to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $17
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Private Airport Transfer and Others: $50
- Paragliding In Bali With Private Hotel Transfer: $140
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- A One-Way Hotel Pick-Up Transfer to Ocean Park Hong Kong: $26
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) Private Transfer: $28
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- Hong Kong Airport HKG Private Transfer to Kowloon City: $35
- Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to Hong Kong City - Arrival Private Transfer : $37
- Private Transfer from Hong Kong Hotels to Kai Tak Cruise Terminal: $37
- Private Transfer from Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to Hong Kong Hotels: $37
- Private Transfer from Shekou Cruise Port to Shenzhen city hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Shenzhen Int Airport (SZX) to Shekou Port: $43
- Private Transfer from Shekou Cruise Port to Shenzhen Airport(SZX): $43
- Private Transfer from Shenzhen city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $43
- Private Transfer - Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Kai Tak Cruise Port: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Shenzhen?
Prices for flights to both Shenzhen 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 $21Shenzhen $20
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.
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $30
- 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
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- Traditional Dinner with visit to Ubud Night Market: $34
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vegetarian Food Tour: $79
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $93
- Hong Kong Guided Dinner + Laser Show Lounge Entry (2023) | 200+ booked : $101
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District: $108
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $108
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Small Group Local Market Walking Tour and Chinese Cooking Class in Hong Kong: $132
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $146
- Private Food Tour With the Locals in Hong Kong: $148
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $172
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $172
- Kowloon Night Street Food Tour with a Local: Private & Customized: $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Shenzhen $17
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
- Tanah Lot, Padang Beach, Uluwatu Sunset, & Kecak Dance Tour: $55
- (BCR Rafting) Rafting Adventure in Telaga Waja River 18km: $55
- 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $124
- 2-Hour Private Luxury Spa Experience Bali Aromatherapy Massage: $65
- 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
- 5 Hours Bali Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Tour Including Tanjung Jepun: $59
- 6-Hour White Water Rafting and Kanto Lampo Waterfall Private Tour: $79
- ATV Rock Adventure with Uluwatu Temple : $35
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Hong Kong: $9.07
- Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket: $11
- Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket: $11
- One Way Express Ticket in Kowloon Station Hong Kong Airport: $12
- Hong Kong Airport Express E-Ticket : $14
- Round Trip Express Ticket in Tsing Yi Station Hong Kong Airport : $14
- Walking Tour in Hong Kong - Local Experience (New & Best) : $17
- [Entry After 6pm] sky100 Min. 2pax Ticket (F-II_2P): $17
- sky100 Tales of Hongkong Admission Ticket F-KE: $21
- Hong Kong Airport Express Tickets Kowloon Station Round Trip: $22
- Dukling Boat Tour in Victoria Harbour: $25
- Historia Tour of the Youngest Big4 City of Old China: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.33Shenzhen $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Shenzhen, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Shenzhen?
Shenzhen has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Shenzhen, 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 Shenzhen?
Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen in the Summer?
Both Shenzhen and Bali during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Bali is around the same temperature as Shenzhen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bali in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenzhen averages at about 30°C (85°F).
In Shenzhen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bali. In the summer, Bali often gets more sunshine than Shenzhen. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenzhen receives 231 hours of full sun.
Shenzhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Shenzhen. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Shenzhen 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shenzhen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Shenzhen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In October, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Shenzhen. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenzhen fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Shenzhen during autumn. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Shenzhen receives 190 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Bali usually receives less rain than Shenzhen. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Shenzhen 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shenzhen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bali as well as Shenzhen. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Shenzhen in the winter. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Shenzhen fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the winter, Bali often gets more sunshine than Shenzhen. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenzhen receives 140 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in January than Shenzhen. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Shenzhen 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shenzhen in the Spring?
Both Shenzhen and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the spring, Bali is a little warmer than Shenzhen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bali in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenzhen averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Shenzhen during spring. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Shenzhen receives 95 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. In April, Bali usually receives less rain than Shenzhen. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Shenzhen 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Shenzhen and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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