Which place is cheaper, Bali or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Bali?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Bali. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Bali?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Bali $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Bali is $73. 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 Beirut and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Bali $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Bali $84
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Bali? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Bali $9.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $46
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
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$3.10
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 and Jungle Swing Experience with Transfer: $63
- Traditional Balinese Massage with Hotel Transfer: $50
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $15
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- 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
- Parasailing Adventure In Bali Including Return Transfer: $46
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $0.71Bali $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal and Hotel Transfers: $142
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.24
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.07
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Lunch for 2$8.93
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Dinner for 2$9.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $28
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $30
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Bali $11
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $15
- Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $34
- Beirut Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $48
- New Small-Group Tour Semi-Private to Jeita,Harissa&Byblos: $50
- From Jeita, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $50
- Full-Day Private Tour to Baalbek, Anjar And Ksara From Beirut: $50
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
- Full-Day Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa And Baatara Waterfall: $50
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$12
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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
- Sightseeing to Ulundanu temple, banyumala waterfall & Tanah lot: $57
- 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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Bali $3.20
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
- Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $150
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $150
- Wine Tasting Tour: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Bali, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Bali is in Asia, 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Bali?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Bali, 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 Beirut or Bali?
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 Beirut or Bali in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Bali. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Bali. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bali receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Bali. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 253 hours of full sun.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Bali in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Bali in the Autumn?
Both Bali and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bali is October to March. In October, Beirut usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bali. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Bali receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Bali. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bali during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 266 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Beirut is around the same temperature as Bali. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Bali in the Winter?
Both Bali and Beirut during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. It rains a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Bali. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Bali. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 170 hours of full sun.
In January, Beirut is generally much colder than Bali. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Bali fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Bali in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Bali. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
April to September in Bali is the dry season. In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Bali. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bali receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bali during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 226 hours of full sun in the spring.
Beirut is much colder than Bali in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali and Beirut
| Beirut | Bali | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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