Which place is cheaper, Bali or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Bali?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Bali 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: Jodhpur or Bali?
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $35Bali $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Bali is $73. 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 Jodhpur and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Bali $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Bali $84
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Bali? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.51Bali $9.03
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Jodhpur Station To Jodhpur Hotels Transfer: $7.00
- Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur Train Station Transfer: $7.00
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Airport To Jodhpur Hotels: $7.19
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur (JDH) Airport: $7.19
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur Airport To Jodhpur Hotels: $8.00
- One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur Airport To Hotel: $8.99
- One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur Hotel To Airport: $8.99
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Rohet Garh: $21
- Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $26
- One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Pushkar: $30
- One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur To Pushkar: $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Unforgettable Batur Volcano Hiking With Private Transfer: $85
- Ubud: Sky Bike and Jungle Swing Experience with Transfer: $63
- Traditional Balinese Massage with Hotel Transfer: $50
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $15
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Jimbaran and Uluwatu Hotel: $16
- Parasailing Adventure In Bali Including Return Transfer: $46
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Jodhpur 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 dayJodhpur $13Bali $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $20
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
- Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $25
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.24
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.07
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Lunch for 2$8.93
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Dinner for 2$9.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $28
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $30
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $12Bali $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.98
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Astrology Reading$4.19
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jodhpur city tour in private car with guide: $6.00
- Jodhpur Blue City Private Guided Tour: $9.28
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $10
- Blue City Walking Tour: $11
- jodhpur blue city walking tour with guide: $11
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
- Blue City Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $11
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $12
- Bluecity Heritage walk tour: $12
- Mandore Garden Guided tour: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$54
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$28
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- ATV Rafting Jungle Swing Private Guided Tour : $63
- Bali Telaga Waja White Water Rafting Adventure : $47
- Lembongan Snorkeling and Island Tour: $80
- Nusa Penida Snorkeling Adventure (Private & All-Inclusive): $129
- Private Tour Bali Bird Park And Ubud Tour: $110
- Private Tours Tegenungan Waterfall Ubud Palace & Market: $80
- Sightseeing to Ulundanu temple, banyumala waterfall & Tanah lot: $57
- White Water Rafting Adventure at Telaga Waja River : $43
- (BCR Rafting) Rafting Adventure in Telaga Waja River 18km: $55
- 2 Day Tours Ubud Art Village, Dance And Other Tourist Attractions: $186
- 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $124
- 2-Hour Private Luxury Spa Experience Bali Aromatherapy Massage: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $10Bali $3.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Bali, we can see that Bali is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Bali would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bali than you might in Jodhpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Bali?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Bali, 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.
When is the best time to visit Jodhpur or Bali?
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 Jodhpur or Bali in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Jodhpur as well as Bali. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Jodhpur receives a lot of rain in the summer. Jodhpur usually gets more rain in July than Bali. Jodhpur gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Bali receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. In the summer, Jodhpur is a little warmer than Bali. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jodhpur in July average around 32°C (90°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJodhpur 32°C (90°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Bali in the Autumn?
Both Bali and Jodhpur are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bali is October to March. In October, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Bali. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bali receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Jodhpur is generally around the same temperature as Bali. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 28°C (82°F), and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJodhpur 28°C (82°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Bali in the Winter?
Both Bali and Jodhpur during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in January than Bali. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Jodhpur is much colder than Bali in the winter. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Bali fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJodhpur 17°C (63°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Bali in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jodhpur and Bali. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
April to September in Bali is the dry season. In April, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Bali. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bali receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. In the spring, Jodhpur is a little warmer than Bali. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jodhpur in April average around 31°C (88°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJodhpur 31°C (88°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali and Jodhpur
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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