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 $55Ubud $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $55, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $145. 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 $18Ubud $121
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $36Ubud $242
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 $11Ubud $1.66
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
- Downtown to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $142
- 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
- Bali New Kuta Golf Package with Private Transfer: $242
- 4 Days Private Tour Without Hotel with AIRPORT OR HOTEL Transfer: $218
- Kaura: Bike to Beach & Choose Optional Tour with Private Transfer: $135
- Nusa Penida 2 Day Highlights Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $130
- Kaura Waterfall Hike & Choose Optional Tour with Private Transfer: $121
- 4 Hours Pure Romance & Healing Spa Journey - Free Transfer: $115
- Bali UTV Buggy and Rafting Combo with Private Transfer and Lunch: $110
- Nusa Penida Day Tour Kelingking Beach Lunch and Transfers: $110
- Ubud Country Side Jungle Trekking with hotel transfer: $95
- Kaura Pool and Dine Choose Optional Tour with Private Transfer: $93
- Bali Sea Walker and Watersports with Private Hotel Transfer: $90
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 $27Ubud $19
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: $15
- Ubud Cooking Class with Optional Market Visit Pickup Included: $18
- Ubud Balinese Cooking Class with Rice Field and Market Tour: $19
- From Ubud : Ubud Balinese cooking class with Market tour: $20
- Cooking Class and Dinner in Traditional House by Food Lover Tour: $25
- 8 Hours Private Balinese Cooking Class with Tirta Empul Temple: $28
- Private Traditional Bali Cooking Class in Sidemen: $28
- Bali Amazing Cooking Class: $30
- Be a real Balinese with Traditional Balinese Cooking Class: $30
- Uluwatu, Sunset, Kecak Dance & Dinner: A Romantic Bali Evening: $30
- Bali Cooking Class with Hotel Pick-up: $30
- Authentic Balinese Cooking Class: $30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $14Ubud $9.32
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): $4.51
- Jaipur: Private Full Day City Tour By Tuk-Tuk/Car with Guide: $11
- Jaipur: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal & City Palace Tour by Car: $12
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Old City Walking Tour with Charminar Entry: $13
- Ramoji Film City Magical Full-Day Tour With Lunch: $18
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $19
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $19
- Explore Old Hyderabad 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour: $20
- From To Agra & Taj Mahal Tour with Flight & Guide: $21
- Hyderabad 2 Hour Guided Evening Walking Tour: $22
- Hyderabad Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour): $22
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Private Ubud Tour in Ubud All Inclusive: $23
- 1 DayTour Lempuyang temple - Bali: $69
- 1 Hour Mangrove Tour From Lembongan with Kayak, Paddle, or Boat: $10
- 2 Days Experience Bali: Most Popular Tour: $199
- 2 Days Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Ubud Day Tour: $99
- 2 Days Tour : KINTAMANI - WATERFALL- ULUN DANU TEMPLE: $135
- 2 Days Tours : Visit Bali Famous Places: $137
- 2 Days and 1 Night in Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan Tour: $185
- 2-Day Nusa Penida All-Inclusive: Private Tour, Hotel & Meals: $130
- 2-Day Nusa Penida Island Highlights Tour: $150
- 2-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Bali with Hotel Pickup: $87
- 2-Day Special Private Tour in Bali: $184
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $9.81Ubud $6.27
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.