Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Lombok can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Lombok?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $76Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $76, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Bangkok and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $41Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $82Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Lombok? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $5.77Lombok $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.18
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Skytrain Ticket$4.36
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.82
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $297
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): Transfer to Pattaya: $288
- Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK): Transfer to Pattaya hotels: $288
- Private Transfer from Bangkok to Chiang Mai with 2h of Sightseeing: $261
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $241
- From Damnoen and Maeklong Markets Private Transfer: $219
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $218
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $216
- Bangkok Hotel Transfer: to/from Koh Chang Hotel Transfer: $214
- Private Transfer from Ayutthaya to Hua Hin: $213
- Private Transfer from Bangkok to Koh Chang: $209
- From Pattaya Private Day Trip with Transfer: $200
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Hotel Transfer at Lombok: $34
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Lombok Private Airport Transfers To Bangsal Port Lombok and Gili Trawangan: $50
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $18Lombok $12
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$25
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.46
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.23
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.46
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Pad Thai$1.91
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $24
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
- Nopparat Thai Dinner with Classical Dance: $28
- Chao Phraya River Serenade: VIVA Alangka Dinner Cruise, Bangkok: $28
- Bangkok Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruised Tour On Chao Phraya: $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $60
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $16Lombok $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.36
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.55
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.46
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.09
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.73
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Day in Ayutthaya: Private 5 UNESCO Temples Tour From Bangkok: $108
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark City, Grand Palace & Temples Tours with Lunch: $284
- Bangkok Sea Life + Madame Tussauds Entrance Tickets : $46
- Bangkok Thrilling Tuk Tuk Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $95
- Siam Park City Admission Ticket With All Rides In Bangkok: $17
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $59
- 'Sunset Cruise' Canal Boat Tour - Fully guided 3hrs: $74
- "Bangkok Walking Hopping Tour" show city’s historic sights are located.: $67
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $17
- 2 Hours Bangkok Canal Tour By Longtail Boat : $58
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $31
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Private Lombok Hidden Beach Tour: Elak Elak, Sekotong, and Mekaki Beach: $50
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gile Waterfall Trekking Tour: $55
- Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall Tour - Private Day Tour: $55
- One Day Tour Pink Beach East Lombok Excursion: $55
- Lombok Sasak Culture Tour from Mataram: $59
- Private Lombok Cycling Tour : Lingsar Temple, Rice Field, Village & Market Tour: $59
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.97Lombok $8.15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Lombok, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Bangkok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangkok than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok or Lombok?
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 Bangkok or Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Bangkok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in July than Lombok. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Bangkok is a little warmer than Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Lombok in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Lombok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Lombok. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Bangkok is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Lombok. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Lombok. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the winter, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Lombok. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Lombok in the Spring?
Both Lombok and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October. In April, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Lombok. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Bangkok is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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