Which place is cheaper, Ise or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lombok or Ise?
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 Ise. 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 Ise?
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.
Ise
A coastal city of Japan, Ise is best known for the Ise Shrine, arguably the holiest and most important Shinto site and the reputed home of the Emperor's Sacred Mirror. The shrine dates back to 4 BC and actually consists of two shrines: the inner shrine called Naiku and the outer shrine called Geku.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $52Ise $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $52, while the average daily cost in Ise is $89. 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 Ise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $29Ise $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $58Ise $84
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Ise
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Ise? 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: Lombok Hotel Prices and Ise Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Ise $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Hotel Transfer at Lombok: $34
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Lombok Private Airport Transfers To Bangsal Port Lombok and Gili Trawangan: $50
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Ise?
Prices for flights to both Ise 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 $12Ise $24
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.Lombok $10Ise $5.83
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
Tours and Activities in Ise
Here are a few actual costs in Ise for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ise Grand Shrine Private Guided Tour: $88
- Island Adventure Sea Kayak Tour(Ise-Shima): $39
- Shirataki Takigyo Waterfall Meditation Experience in Toba: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $8.15Ise $4.52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Ise, we can see that Ise is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Ise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ise 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 Lombok Expensive? and Is Ise Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Ise?
Ise 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 Lombok or Ise in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Ise. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Ise because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
Lombok is around the same temperature as Ise in the summer. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Ise fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite rainy in Ise. Lombok usually gets less rain in July than Ise. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Ise receives 219 mm (8.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Ise 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Ise in the Autumn?
Both Ise and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene are the main draw to Ise this time of year.
In the autumn, Lombok is much warmer than Ise. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lombok in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Ise averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ise. It's quite rainy in Lombok. In October, Lombok usually receives less rain than Ise. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Ise receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Ise 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Ise in the Winter?
Both Ise and Lombok during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Ise for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Ise. In January, Lombok is generally much warmer than Ise. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Ise fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
In the winter, Lombok often gets more sunshine than Ise. Lombok gets 188 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ise receives 165 hours of full sun.
Lombok usually gets more rain in January than Ise. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Ise receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Ise 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Ise in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Ise. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round. Also, many visitors come to Ise in the spring for the beaches.
Lombok is much warmer than Ise in the spring. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Ise fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Ise receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Lombok usually receives less rain than Ise. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Ise receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Ise 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Ise and Lombok
| Lombok | Ise | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 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.