Which place is cheaper, Picton or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lombok or Picton?
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 Picton. 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 Picton?
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.
Picton
Picton, New Zealand is located in the picturesque Marlborough Region on the South Island. With beachfront access in a central location and near the Marlborough Sounds, Picton is an ideal place for anyone looking for both adventure and relaxation in one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world.
The weather in Picton is fairly mild, ranging from the low fifties to high sixties, Fahrenheit, throughout the year. Their summer months are December through March, this is when you'll find temperatures in the high sixties. During the winter, June through August, Picton experiences averages of fifty degree Fahrenheit. This means you can visit any time of the year without having to worry about weather inhibiting any of your outdoor activities!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $52Picton $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $52, while the average daily cost in Picton is $87. 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 Picton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $29Picton $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $58Picton $74
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Picton
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Picton? 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 Picton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Picton -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Service to Lombok Airport : $22
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $23
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mataram: $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Mangsit to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Dusun Kerandangan: $32
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Senggigi: $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Picton
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Picton:
- Private Transfer from Blenheim Airport (BHE) to Picton Port: $46
- Private Transfer from Picton Port to Blenheim Airport (BHE): $46
- Private Transfer from Picton Cruise Port to Blenheim City Hotels: $38
- Private Transfer from Blenheim city hotels to Picton Cruise Port: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Picton?
Prices for flights to both Picton 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 $12Picton $20
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 $10Picton $109
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 Picton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Picton are as follows:
- 1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk: $118
- 2 hour Dolphin Viewing Eco-Tour from Picton: $91
- 3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise: $67
- Bays and Bush Scenic Tour: $97
- Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour from Picton: $91
- CRUISE SHIP DAY Hop on Hop off Yealands & Marlborough tour: $121
- Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise: $90
- Cruise Excursion - Wines of Marlborough Tour: $103
- Cruise Ship Day - Marlborough: $60
- Cruise and Lunch at Furneaux Lodge: $82
- Day Cruise & Lunch at Punga Cove Resort: $81
- Early Bird Eco Cruise: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $8.15Picton $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Picton
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Picton:
- Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.: $37
- Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Steve & Jo in Marlborough : $40
- Marlborough: Hop On Hop Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour: $53
- Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough: $54
- Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tour with Tastings: $70
- Half-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim: $87
- Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton: $88
- Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour : $90
- Morning Guided with Afternoon Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour: $91
- Marlborough Discovery Sampler Wine Tour - 1/2Day Blenheim: $97
- Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting: $100
- Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour : $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Picton, we can see that Picton is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lombok is in Asia and Picton is in Pacific, 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 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 Picton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Picton 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 Picton Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Picton?
Picton 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 Picton in the Summer?
Both Picton and Lombok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Picton this time of year.
In the summer, Lombok is a little warmer than Picton. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lombok in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Picton averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
Lombok usually gets less rain in July than Pictonin January. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Picton receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLombok 26°C (79°F)Picton 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Picton in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Picton. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Picton for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the small town atmosphere.
In October, Lombok is generally much warmer than Pictonin April. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Picton fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Lombok usually receives more rain than Pictonin April. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Picton receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Picton 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Picton in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Picton. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Picton in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Lombok is much warmer than Picton in the winter. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Picton fluctuates around 10°C (49°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Picton. Lombok usually gets less rain in January than Pictonin July. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Picton receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLombok 28°C (82°F)Picton 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Picton in the Spring?
Both Picton and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Picton for the beaches and the small town charm during these months.
In the spring, Lombok is much warmer than Picton. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lombok in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Picton averages at about 13°C (55°F)in October.
In April, Lombok usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pictonin October. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Picton receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Picton 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Picton and Lombok
| Lombok | Picton | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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