Which place is cheaper, Surabaya or Jerusalem?
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 Jerusalem or Surabaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Surabaya, 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 Surabaya?
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.
Surabaya
Surabaya, also known as the "city of heroes," is the capital of East Java and the second largest city in Indonesia, following Jakarta. While it doesn't highlight as many typical tourist monuments as other cities, Surabaya serves as a takeoff point or a landing base for travelers visiting Mount Bromo and Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Religious Tours in Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $165Surabaya $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $165, while the average daily cost in Surabaya is $71. 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 Surabaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $81Surabaya $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $162Surabaya $66
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Surabaya
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Surabaya? 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 Surabaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $8.46Surabaya $2.47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.99
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Light Rail Jerusalem$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Beit She’an Border: $210
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $130
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $285
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Tel Aviv Airport: $130
- Jerusalem Private Transfer to Allaenby Bridge: $130
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (Arrival/Departure) Intercity Transfers: $100
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $83
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $86
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $93
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $85
- Jerusalem to/from Tel Aviv City - Private Intercity Transfers-: $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Surabaya
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Surabaya:
- Private Airport Transfer Surabaya: $22
- Private Transfer from RW 12 to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Surabaya City: $33
- Private Transfer from Sepanjang to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Sepanjang: $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Sedati: $33
- Private Transfer from Pondok Chandra to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Pondok Chandra: $33
- Private Transfer from Pabean to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Pabean: $33
- Private Transfer from Semampir to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $33
- Private Transfer from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Semampir: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Surabaya?
Prices for flights to both Surabaya 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 $69Surabaya $35
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$3.38
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Watermelon$5.07
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Lunch$15
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Food at Market$19
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Juice$3.38
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Bagels$10
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Lunch for 2$18
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Snacks$7.10
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: $107
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $127
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $230
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $237
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $11Surabaya $4.24
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$43
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- Jerusalem’s Old City Walls: An Audio Tour Through Time and Faith: $9.99
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City: $9.99
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Jerusalem Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum Tour: $12
- Classic Jerusalem Old City - Self Guiding Tour: $13
- In The Footsteps of Jesus - Self Guiding Tour: $13
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Jerusalem Old City Half-Day Tour: $39
- Bethlehem Half Day Christian Guided Tour: $40
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour: $40
- Jerusalem Half Day Tour: Holy Sepulchre and Western Wall: $50
- Jerusalem Mount of Olives Tour: $55
Tours and Activities in Surabaya
Here are a few actual costs in Surabaya for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Probolinggo: Bromo Sunrise Guided Group Tour: $23
- From Mount Bromo Sunrise Guided Group Tour: $43
- Bromo Sunrise Tour: $45
- Mount Bromo Shared Sunrise Tour 1 day from Surabaya (sharing): $64
- Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture: $65
- From Malang: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Private Tour: $68
- Car and Walking Private Tour of Surabaya: $69
- Mount Bromo Sunrise Shared Guided Tour from Surabaya: $70
- Day Tour - Surabaya Heritage Colonial Tour: $73
- Half-Day Private Majapahit Historical Tour from Surabaya: $75
- Day Tour Tumpak Sewu Waterfalls: $75
- Start From Mount Bromo Sunrise Shared Guided Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $20Surabaya -
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$6.08
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Surabaya, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Surabaya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Surabaya 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 Surabaya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Surabaya 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 Surabaya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Surabaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Surabaya?
Surabaya has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Surabaya, 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.