Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Lombok, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Lombok?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
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 Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, 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 Jerusalem and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Lombok $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.13
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $209
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Private Transfer: $170
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $144
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport : $22
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $23
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mataram: $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Mangsit to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Dusun Kerandangan: $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Senggigi: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $31Lombok $12
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.65
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Watermelon$3.98
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.65
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Bagels$7.96
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Lunch for 2$14
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Snacks$5.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
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.Jerusalem $8.43Lombok $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$33
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $502
- Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Best of Jerusalem Day Tour from Jerusalem: $84
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $147
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $31
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Private Lombok Hidden Beach Tour: Elak Elak, Sekotong, and Mekaki Beach: $50
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gile Waterfall Trekking Tour: $55
- Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall Tour - Private Day Tour: $55
- One Day Tour Pink Beach East Lombok Excursion: $55
- Lombok Sasak Culture Tour from Mataram: $59
- Private Lombok Cycling Tour : Lingsar Temple, Rice Field, Village & Market Tour: $59
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Lombok $8.15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Lombok, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Lombok 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 Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem or Lombok?
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 Jerusalem or Lombok in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Lombok. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in July than Lombok. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Jerusalem is cooler than Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lombok. In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Lombok. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Jerusalem is generally cooler than Lombok. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lombok in the Winter?
Both Lombok and Jerusalem during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
Jerusalem usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Lombok. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Jerusalem often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lombok. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem is much colder than Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Lombok. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Jerusalem is much colder than Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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