Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Lombok?
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 Lombok or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lombok and Guatemala City. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lombok or Guatemala City?
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.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $55Guatemala City $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $55, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $56. 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 Lombok and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $26Guatemala City $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $52Guatemala City $50
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Guatemala City? 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: Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $10Guatemala City $6.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lombok Airport Transfer: $9.34
- Bangsal Port Transfer: $10
- Kuta Lombok Transfer: $10
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $17
- Lombok Private Transfer from or to Airports & Hotel/Ports: $17
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport: $22
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $26
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok Airport (LOP): $26
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok island hotels: $28
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Museums Tour with Transfers: $225
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $205
- Private transfer - San Pedro la Laguna to Guatemala City: $200
- Private Transfers from Guatemala city to Panajachel: $200
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Transfer Private Group Airport to Antigua or Viceversa: $120
- Private Transfer from Guatemala Airport GUA to Lake Atitlán: $96
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua: $90
- Private Transfer From La Aurora AirPort to Panajachel Atitlan: $84
- Private Ground Transfer Guatemala City To Panajachel, LakeAtitlan: $80
- Transfer from La Aurora airport to Antigua Guatemala.: $80
- Private transfer from Airport to Panajachel: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Lombok 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 dayLombok $19Guatemala City $27
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 Lombok Cooking Class: $30
- Gili Trawangan: Authentic Indonesian Food Gili Cooking Class: $44
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $55
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $66
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Cooking Experience in Guatemala from Market to Table: $23
- Guatemala: Wine and Pizza Tasting Experience: $35
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $80
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza with Great Volcano Views: $205
- Puerto Quetzal: Private Tour Pacaya Volcano 4x4 and Pizza: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $9.27Guatemala City $1.23
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: $16
- Gili Air : Shared Tour with Sea Turtles & Underwater Statues: $18
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Admission Ticket: $20
- Lombok Cultural & Scenic Tour: Pottery, Weaving & Beaches: $21
- Lombok Rafting Adventure Unforgettable Thrills with Lunch: $30
- Lombok Sasak Culture and Village Tour: $34
- Sasak Villages, Beaches, and Merese Hill Tour: $35
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver: $36
- Gili Nanggu, Sudak and Kedis Snorkeling Tour and Island Hopping: $40
- Lombok Biking Tour: $41
- Exclusive Private Lombok Car Hire & Customized Tour: $43
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Orangutan Observation Experience: $43
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- 1 Day Lake Atitlan Tour from Guatemala City: $150
- 2-Day Tour: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlan and Hobbitenango: $299
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $199
- 4-Hour Bike Tour Guatemala City: $70
- Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite: $245
- Antigua City Tour Full Day From Guatemala City: $60
- Antigua Guatemala Cultural Tour History and Gastronomy: $110
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $83
- Chichicastenango Day Tour from Guatemala City: $115
- Combo Tour: Colonial Antigua & Guatemala City Explorer Tour: $65
- Cultural Tour in Chichicastenango: $125
- Discover a Lagoon on the Crater of Ipala Volcano - Private Full Day Tour: $260
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $7.34Guatemala City $6.98
Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City
Also in Guatemala City, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $105
When comparing the travel costs between Lombok and Guatemala City, we can see that Guatemala City is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Lombok is in Asia and Guatemala City is in Central America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombok Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
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.