Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lombok or Nagasaki?
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 Nagasaki. 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 Nagasaki?
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.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $52Nagasaki $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $52, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $90. 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 Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $29Nagasaki $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $58Nagasaki $94
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Nagasaki? 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 Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Nagasaki $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport : $22
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Wisata Alam Semongkat: $210
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lopok: $152
- Private Transfer from Sokong to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Sigar Penjalin to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Senggigi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Mangsit to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok to Lombok International Airport: $39
- Private Transfer from Lombok hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $36
- Private Transfer from Lombok Island Hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $33
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok Airport (LOP): $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fukuoka Airport (FUK):Private Transfer to/from Nagasaki City: $474
- Nagasaki Airport to/from Sasebo City Private Transfer: $221
- Nagasaki Airport to/from Nagasaki City Private Transfer: $205
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $192
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $158
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $158
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $158
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $158
- Nagasaki City to Nagasaki International Airport Private Departure Transfer: $151
- Nagasaki International Airport to Nagasaki City Private Arrival Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki 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 $12Nagasaki $28
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $50
- Nagasaki Night Out Food Tour: $158
- Private Walking Street Food Tour Of Nagasaki: $161
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $10Nagasaki $23
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 2 Days Private Tetebatu and Rinjani Nature Tour in Lombok: $169
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $221
- 3 Days Tour in Mount Rinjani Summit with Lake Hiking : $269
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Camping Tour in Sasak Mountain Lombok Island: $89
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Cultural Tour of Lombok with English Speaking Guide: $63
- Daily Tour: $70
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Experience Hasami Ware with professionals ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~: $119
- 4 Hour Private Cherry Blossom "Sakura" Experience in Nagasaki: $218
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $12
- Hasami Ware 2-Day Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~: $179
- Hasami Ware Study Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~ : $94
- Japan Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Admission Ticket: $88
- Must-See Nagasaki With A Local: Private & Personalized Walking Experience: $238
- Nagasaki Custom Full Day Tour: $194
- Nagasaki Custom Half Day Tour: $123
- Nagasaki Downtown Private Tour: $80
- Nagasaki Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $136
- Nagasaki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $8.15Nagasaki $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Nagasaki, we can see that Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Nagasaki?
Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Nagasaki. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Nagasaki for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lombok is around the same temperature as Nagasaki. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lombok in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Nagasaki receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Lombok usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 334 mm (13.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Nagasaki 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Nagasaki in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Nagasaki. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Nagasaki in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Lombok is generally a little warmer than Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
It's quite rainy in Nagasaki. Lombok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Lombok usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Nagasaki. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Nagasaki 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Nagasaki in the Winter?
Both Nagasaki and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Nagasaki for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Lombok is much warmer than Nagasaki in the winter. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Lombok usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during winter. Lombok gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 112 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lombok usually receives more rain than Nagasaki. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Nagasaki 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Nagasaki in the Spring?
Both Nagasaki and Lombok during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Nagasaki because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Lombok is much warmer than Nagasaki. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lombok in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Nagasaki gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lombok usually gets less rain in April than Nagasaki. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Nagasaki 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nagasaki and Lombok
| Lombok | Nagasaki | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 193 mm (7.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 334 mm (13.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 67 mm (2.6 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.