Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Chumphon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chumphon or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Lombok? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Chumphon or Lombok?
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $36Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $36, 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 Chumphon and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $16Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $32Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon 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: Chumphon Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $6.32Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport : $22
- Private Transfer from Wisata Alam Semongkat to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $209
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Brang Biji: $92
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Brang Bara: $92
- Private Transfer from Senggigi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $31
- Private Transfer from Pengawisan to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok to Lombok International Airport: $39
- Private Transfer from Lombok Island Hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $33
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok Hotels: $36
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sokong: $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sigar Penjalin: $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Senggigi: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Chumphon 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 dayChumphon $13Lombok $12
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.16
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Fruit at the Market$0.55
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Breakfast$1.09
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
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $10Lombok $10
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 2 Days Private Tetebatu and Rinjani Nature Tour in Lombok: $168
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $222
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu & Stokel (Waterfall Tour) : $67
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Best Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfalls Tour: $70
- Car Hire Lombok tradition village tour: $150
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Daily Sasak Tour Lombok: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $11Lombok $8.15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$3.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chumphon and Lombok, we can see that Lombok is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Lombok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lombok than you might in Chumphon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chumphon Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Chumphon or Lombok?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Chumphon or Lombok in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Chumphon and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Chumphon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Lombok. Chumphon gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Chumphon is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Chumphon in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChumphon 28°C (82°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Lombok in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Chumphon as well as Lombok. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Lombok. Chumphon receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Chumphon usually gets more rain in October than Lombok. Chumphon gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Chumphon is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 27°C (81°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChumphon 27°C (81°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Lombok in the Winter?
Both Lombok and Chumphon are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Chumphon usually receives around the same amount of rain as Lombok. Chumphon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. Chumphon usually receives more sunshine than Lombok during winter. Chumphon gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun in the winter.
Chumphon is cooler than Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChumphon 25°C (77°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Lombok in the Spring?
Both Lombok and Chumphon during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
Chumphon usually gets less rain in April than Lombok. Chumphon gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Chumphon is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Chumphon in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChumphon 29°C (84°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Chumphon
| Chumphon | Lombok | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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.