Which place is cheaper, Jakarta or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Jakarta?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Jakarta 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: Belgrade or Jakarta?
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Serbia, The Best Cultural Tours in Serbia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $51Jakarta $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $51, while the average daily cost in Jakarta is $77. 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 Belgrade and Jakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Jakarta $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Jakarta $68
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Jakarta
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Jakarta? 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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Jakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.51Jakarta $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $317
- Private Transfer Belgrade to Sarajevo: $298
- Serbia：Private Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik: $273
- Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $243
- Private Transfer from Anywhere in Belgrade to Zlatibor: $242
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Subotica: $238
- Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $211
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $201
- From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $190
- Serbia: Shared Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik（Chinese）: $188
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $172
- Transfer service to Kopaonik from Belgrade Airport or hotel: $169
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$1.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Jakarta Private Airport Transfer Service: $9.60
- Private Transfer from Soekarno Hatta (CGK) Airport to Jakarta City: $11
- Private: Car Transfer Soekarno Hatta To Jakarta: $12
- One Way Private Transfer Airport to Jakarta City: $16
- Easy & Simple Transfer Airport Jakarta: $17
- Airport Jakarta Soekarno - Hatta ( Private Transfer ): $18
- Airport Private Transfer Jakarta, Best Price: $19
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Jakarta HTL-APT (CGK): $21
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Jakarta APT-HTL (CGK): $21
- Private Hotel Transfer Service to Airport Jakarta: $22
- Private Transfer from Soekarno Hatta Airport to Jakarta Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from Soekarno Hatta Airport: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Jakarta?
Prices for flights to both Jakarta and Belgrade 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 dayBelgrade $16Jakarta $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- Serbian Evening-Entertainment Program and Traditional Dinner: $59
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $64
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $74
- Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $75
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $124
- Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $165
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.78
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Dinner$0.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Cikini Heritage Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $55
- Jakarta Night Life Tour with highlight and food tour: $56
- Kota Tua Food Tour: $64
- 10-Tasting Private Food Tour with a Local Host: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.44Jakarta $13
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- Magic Christmas tour in Novi Sad: $197
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $295
- 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $159
- 2000 years of walking tour across the Old City: $31
- 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $190
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $42
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $132
- Avala Mountain Tour: $89
- BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $42
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $31
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $29
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- Jakarta City Center: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Private Guided City Tour with a Local: $19
- Jakarta Walking Tour: Explore Jakarta as the Locals do: $20
- Jakarta : Private Tour Old Batavia Heritage Half Day Tour: $27
- Private Customizable Motorbike Tour: $33
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $33
- Jakarta Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide : $33
- Like a Local Customized Guided Tour: $35
- Jakarta Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- A day casual walking tour in The City of Jakarta: $37
- Experience Jakarta Street Food Scene with MRT Transportation: $39
- Half-Day Highlights Tour: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Jakarta $4.30
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Belgrade Chuggalong - A unique Pub Crawl experience!: $22
- RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $54
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $79
- Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $96
- Belgrade Beer tour with beer tasting and local craft brewery: $105
- Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $106
- Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $183
- Full-Day Tour along Danube with Three Stronghold Sightseeing and Wine Tasting: $209
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Jakarta, we can see that Jakarta is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Belgrade is in Europe and Jakarta 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 Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Jakarta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jakarta than you might in Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belgrade Expensive? and Is Jakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Jakarta?
Jakarta has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Jakarta, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.