Which place is cheaper, Ubud or Eilat?
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 Eilat or Ubud?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Ubud? 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: Eilat or Ubud?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ubud
Made popular by the film Eat Pray Love, Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia. Beautiful Hindu temples and iconic rice fields are the sight to see in this popular cultural, artistic and religious hub on the island.
Though Ubud is hot and humid during the day, it is still cooler than coastal areas. Still, temperatures linger between mid-70's and low 90's year-round, so it is likely you'll experience warm weather, regardless of when you visit.
Ubud's wet season is from November to June, which makes it an unpopular time for travelers. January and February are when Ubud experiences the heaviest rainfall, so it may be wise to avoid visiting at this time, especially since weather will limit activities, bring out insects, and cause landslides and possible flooding.
Dry season runs from July through October, which is high season for travel. Even during dry season, Ubud is extremely humid, so pack lightweight clothing that breathes and lots of sunblock.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, and The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia.
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Eilat Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $203Ubud $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $203, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $143. 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 Eilat and Ubud in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $114Ubud $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $228Ubud $238
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Ubud
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Ubud? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $16Ubud $1.64
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$4.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- White Water Rafting Ubud Bali With Hotel Transfer: $30
- Water Rafting With Private Transfer And Lunch: $85
- Vip Airport Transfer: $32
- Ayung River Rafting & Jungle Swing Ticket with Transfer: $69
- Ubud Transfer Service: $28
- Ubud Private Airport Transfer: $10
- Ubud Incense Class with Optional Sightseeing and Transfers: $29
- Ubud Green Rafting Ticket And Transfer: $27
- Ubud Countryside Cycling Tour (Included Private Transfer & Lunch): $69
- Ubud Bali ATV Quad and White Water Rafting with Transfer: $58
- Ubud Ayung Water Rafting included Lunch and Transfer: $19
- Ubud Ayung River White Water Rafting with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Ubud?
Prices for flights to both Ubud and Eilat 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 dayEilat $75Ubud $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eilat
For Eilat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Feast at the Camel Ranch in Eilat with Dinner Alcohol Event: $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ubud
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ubud.
- Canggu: Drag Show with Dinner: $14
- Hands-On Bali Authentic Balinese Cooking Class Experience: $20
- Afternoon Cooking Class & Making Bali Offering with Dinner: $24
- Cooking Class and Dinner in Traditional House by Food Lover Tour: $25
- 8 Hours Private Balinese Cooking Class with Tirta Empul Temple: $28
- Uluwatu, Kecak Fire Dance & Jimbaran Bay Seafood Dinner: $30
- From Authentic Bali Farm Cooking School & Organic Farm: $30
- Authentic Balinese Cooking Class: $30
- Be a real Balinese with Traditional Balinese Cooking Class: $30
- Authentic Balinese Offering With Cooking Class In Munduk: $31
- Cultural Evening Dinner: $31
- Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $20Ubud $9.20
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $22
- Eilat Mountains: Sunset Jeep Adventure to Mount Joash: $63
- Summer Night Guided Tour with Picnic in the Mountains: $63
- Morning Jeep Tour of Eilat Mountains: $63
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $75
- Summer night jeep tour in Eilat mountains: $75
- From Red Canyon Guided Tour: $78
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $78
- Timna park Jeep tour adventure: $98
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Private Scuba Diving Tour with Transportation and Guide: $220
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $289
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Private Island Tour East Trip Nusa Penida Tour Package: $80
- 1 Hour Mangrove Tour From Lembongan with Kayak, Paddle, or Boat: $9.95
- 2 Days Experience Bali: Most Popular Tour: $199
- 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $124
- 2 Days Tour in Dolphin Sights and Sacred Sites: $200
- 2 Hour Bali ATV tour best track in ubud bali: $49
- 2 days 1 Night Ijen Creater Blue fire and Sunrise with Bali Tours: $257
- 2-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Bali with Hotel Pickup: $87
- 2-Day Special Private Tour in Bali: $184
- 3 Days Bali Cheap Tour Package: $240
- 3 Days Bali Package Tours: $145
- 3 Days and 2 Nights in Bromo Madakaripura and Ijen Blue Fire Tour: $290
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $33Ubud $6.18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Ubud, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Ubud much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Ubud 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 Ubud would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ubud 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Ubud.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Ubud Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Ubud?
Eilat has a larger population, and is about 61% larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Ubud, 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.