Which place is cheaper, Bali or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa 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 Haifa 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: Haifa or Bali?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, 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 dayHaifa $123Bali $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, 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 Haifa and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Bali $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Bali $84
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Haifa 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Bali $9.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
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 Haifa or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Bali $21
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
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.Haifa $5.68Bali $11
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $248
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Wine private tour of Central Israel: $949
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 dayHaifa $13Bali $3.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Bali, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa 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 Bali would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bali 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa than you might in Bali.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Bali?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa 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 Haifa 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 Haifa or Bali in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Bali. Haifa 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. Haifa usually gets less rain in July than Bali. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 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 Haifa this time of the year. In the summer, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Bali. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 253 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Haifa is around the same temperature as Bali. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Bali in the Autumn?
Both Bali and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa 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, Haifa usually receives less rain than Bali. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 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 Haifa. Haifa usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bali during autumn. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 266 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Haifa is generally cooler than Bali. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Bali in the Winter?
Both Bali and Haifa during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa 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 Haifa. Haifa usually gets more rain in January than Bali. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Bali. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 170 hours of full sun.
Haifa is much colder than Bali in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Bali fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Bali in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Bali. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa 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, Haifa usually receives less rain than Bali. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 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 Haifa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Bali during spring. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 226 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Haifa is cooler than Bali. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali and Haifa
| Haifa | Bali | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 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 | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 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) | 20 mm (0.8 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 | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 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.