Which place is cheaper, Ubud or Hyderabad?
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 Hyderabad or Ubud?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Ubud can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Ubud?
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
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 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, and The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $59Ubud $153
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $59, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $153. 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 Hyderabad and Ubud in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $20Ubud $128
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $40Ubud $256
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Ubud
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $12Ubud $1.75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $144
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- From Bali: With transfer Paragliding private experience: $245
- Best Bali Package Tour: 4 Days with Airport or Hotel Transfer: $197
- Actively enjoy marine sports / Seawalker + Selectable marine sports (parasailing, etc.) / Round trip hotel transfer included: $171
- Bali 5 Days Private Tours Includes Air Port Transfers: $145
- Bali Package Tour: 3 Days with AIRPORT or HOTEL TRANSFER: $133
- Bali Airport Transfer Check in or Check out with VIP Luxury Car: $125
- Bali Instagramable Private Tour with Transfer: $119
- Jumping Sliding at Aling-aling waterfall with hotel transfer: $117
- Kaura Waterfall Hike & Choose Optional Tour with Private Transfer: $112
- Batur Volcano Trekking with Hot-spring, Breakfast and Hotel Transfer: $110
- Seminyak 4-Hour Spa Treatment with Hotel or Airport Transfer: $105
- Private Tour Besakih Mother Temple, Waterfall with Transfers: $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Ubud?
Prices for flights to both Ubud and Hyderabad 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 dayHyderabad $29Ubud $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
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: $13
- Ubud Mystic Dinner at Oracle of Spice Lemuria The Lost City: $17
- Uluwatu Sunset & Romantic Dinner: $20
- Balinese Traditional Farm Cooking Class and Market Tour: $24
- Ubud Cooking Class by Lemon Grass Cooking Class: $26
- Afternoon Cooking Class & Making Bali Offering with Dinner: $29
- Uluwatu, Kecak Dance and Seafood Dinner Tour Packages: $30
- Amazing Half-Day Uluwatu Sunset Tour with Jimbaran Seafood Dinner: $30
- Private Half-Day Tour: Tanah Lot Sunset Tour with Dinner Packages: $30
- Be a real Balinese with Traditional Balinese Cooking Class: $30
- Uluwatu Temple, Kecak Dance and Jimbaran Seafood Dinner Tour: $30
- Uluwatu Sunset Trip with Kecak Dance Show and Jimbaran Dinner: $30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $15Ubud $9.84
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal and Agra City Day Tour (All Inclusive): $4.55
- Jaipur: Private Full Day City Tour By Tuk-Tuk/Car with Guide: $11
- Jaipur: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal & City Palace Tour by Car: $13
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $19
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Tour): $19
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $19
- From To Agra & Taj Mahal Tour with Flight & Guide: $21
- Hyderabad Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour): $23
- Private Tuk-Tuk City Tour: $34
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/ Elephant Conservation: $35
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Balaji Adventure Bali Quad Bike 350cc and Ayung Rafting: $48
- Bali Private tour : $55
- Bali Royal palaces (observe tour): $120
- Best Ubud Tours -All inclusive with private driver: $35
- Experience T-Rex Beach in Nusa Penida: $49
- Explore Bali with Private ATV Ride + Tour with VW Car: $80
- Full Day Private Tour from Tegenungan Waterfall to Tanah Lot: $55
- Full Day Ubud Tour: $95
- Mount Batur Jeep Tour and Hot Spring: $24
- Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour & Natural Hot Spring: $40
- Nusa Penida Island West Tour - All Inclusive: $37
- One Day Tour Nusa Penida East & West Part : $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Ubud $6.62
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Ubud, we can see that Ubud is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Ubud would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ubud than you might in Hyderabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Ubud Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Ubud?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad 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.