Which place is cheaper, Yichang or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Yichang?
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 Yichang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Yichang?
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.
Yichang
Yichang, China is an ancient city situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River in central China. The city is located just below the famed Three Gorges Dam and is a popular ending point for many Yangtze River cruises. Yichang offers beautiful natural scenery and ancient relics from the Three Kingdom Period.
Yichang experiences cool, rainy, winters and hot, humid, summers. Temperatures tend to stay in the 40's Fahrenheit during winter and the 80's in the summer. Spring, Summer, and Autumn are fantastic times to visit, although if you prefer to beat the heat, stay away during late summer!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $76Yichang $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $76, while the average daily cost in Yichang is $59. 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 Yichang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $44Yichang $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $88Yichang $50
Compare Hotels in Bali and Yichang
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Yichang? 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 $9.46Yichang $14
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$3.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Private Airport Transfer Service, Kuta Legian Jimbaran: $5.60
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Private transfer: Uluwatu to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $17
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $17
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $17
- Private Transfer Ubud-Seminyak-Kuta-Uluwatu-Jimbaran: $21
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yichang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yichang:
- Private transfer from Yichang to Zhangjiajie: $290
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Yichang?
Prices for flights to both Yichang 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 $21Yichang $22
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.30
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$28
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Lunch for Two$8.45
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Lunch for 2$9.36
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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.
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $30
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $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
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Bali Street Food Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Yichang $18
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$57
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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:
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.63
- Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.90
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $11
- Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $14
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Kecak Tickets A Spectacular Show: $15
- Uluwatu Temple Tour with Optional Kecak Dance Ticket: $16
- Private Kintamani Sunrise Jeep Tour with Breakfast: $17
- Watersport activity Ocean walker, Parasailing Adventure & Banana Boat: $18
- Tanah Lot Temple Guided Tour: $18
- Gili Islands: Private Snorkeling Boat Tour with Local Guide: $19
Tours and Activities in Yichang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yichang are as follows:
- Yichang Tourist Center to Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH): $53
- Yichang higlights tour Three gorge Dam& Chexi day tour: $190
- Private Day Tour in Yichang to Sanyou Cave and Sanxia Waterfall : $239
- From Yichang to Chongqing: 5-Day Cruise with Meals: $786
- From Xi'an: 13-Day Private Tour to Guilin with Flights: $4,005
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.35Yichang $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Yichang, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Yichang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yichang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yichang 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 Yichang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Yichang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Yichang?
Yichang has a larger population, and is about 17% larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Yichang, 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 Yichang?
Yichang 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 Yichang in the Summer?
Both Yichang and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In July, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Yichang. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It's quite sunny in Yichang. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Yichang during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Yichang receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yichang. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Yichang. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Yichang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yichang in the Autumn?
Both Yichang 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.
Bali is a little warmer than Yichang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Yichang fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Yichang. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yichang receives 134 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets less rain in October than Yichang. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Yichang 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yichang in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Yichang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In the winter, Bali is much warmer than Yichang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Yichang averages at about 6°C (43°F).
Bali usually receives more sunshine than Yichang during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Yichang receives 92 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Yichang. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Yichang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yichang in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Yichang. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Bali is generally a little warmer than Yichang. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the spring, Bali often gets more sunshine than Yichang. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yichang receives 129 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets less rain in April than Yichang. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Yichang 18°C (65°F)
Typical Weather for Yichang and Bali
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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) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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