Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Lombok can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Islamabad or Lombok?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
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 Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, 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 Islamabad and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.68Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Murree Exploration Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Wisata Alam Semongkat: $210
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lopok: $152
- Private Transfer from Dusun Setangi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $93
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Bolong: $50
- Private Transfer from Bangsal to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sigar Penjalin: $50
- Private Transfer from Sigar Penjalin to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Lombok $12
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
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $60
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Lombok $10
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- 5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization : $140
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad City Tour : $150
- Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
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: $169
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $221
- 3 Days Tour in Mount Rinjani Summit with Lake Hiking : $269
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Camping Tour in Sasak Mountain Lombok Island: $89
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Cultural Tour of Lombok with English Speaking Guide: $63
- Daily Tour: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Lombok $8.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Lombok, we can see that Lombok is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad or Lombok?
Islamabad has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lombok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Islamabad or Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Islamabad. In the summer, Islamabad is a little warmer than Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Islamabad in July average around 32°C (90°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Lombok. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
In October, Islamabad is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 26°C (80°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Lombok. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Lombok. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Islamabad is much colder than Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Lombok during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Lombok. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Lombok. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
In the spring, Islamabad is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Islamabad in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Lombok. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Islamabad
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 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.