Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lombok or Sapporo?
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 Sapporo. 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 Sapporo?
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.
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $52Sapporo $106
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $52, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $106. 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 Sapporo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $29Sapporo $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $58Sapporo $126
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Sapporo
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Sapporo? 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 Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Sapporo $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 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 Dusun Setangi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $93
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Bolong: $50
- Private Transfer from Bangsal to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sigar Penjalin: $50
- Private Transfer from Sigar Penjalin to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: between Sapporo and Upopoy: $467
- SkyExpress Private Transfer: Sapporo to Otaru (8 Passengers): $289
- Private Transfer from Sapporo hotels to Muroran Cruise Port: $158
- Horseback-Riding in a Country Side in Sapporo - Private Transfer is Included: $154
- Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Muroran Cruise Port: $143
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
- [Airport Transfer] Smoothly move between Sapporo and New Chitose Airport with a private car! one way: $135
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $119
- Private Transfer from Sapporo hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $93
- New Chitose Airport ↔ Sapporo, Best Transfer Pick up Service : $66
- Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Sapporo?
Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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 $12Sapporo $30
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 Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Market Tour, Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local in Sapporo: $82
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $82
- Japanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Local Professional in her Lovely Home: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $10Sapporo $16
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 Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- 2 Day Tour to Icebreaker Mombetsu and Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido: $275
- A Japanese food experience plan in Sapporo where you can enjoy tempura and 3 types of Hokkaido-only sake along with a soba making experience!: $82
- Experience Hokkaido's Summer, Furano, Blue Pond & All-you-can-eat Fresh Melon! : $99
- Experience traditional Japanese cuisine, making soba noodles in Sapporo, in a fun and casual way.: $53
- Exploring Hokkaido Nightlife Susukino Evening Walking Tour: $131
- Friday only! A Japanese food experience where you can enjoy hand-made soba noodles and a luxurious Japanese lunch! !: $164
- From 10-hour Customized Private Tour to Noboribetsu: $2,287
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Biei+Furano: $699
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Otaru: $655
- Full Day Tour Hokkaido Biei Green Pond and Furano Flower Sea: $141
- Half-day (4 hours) Sapporo city Tour: $184
- Hand-rolled sushi experience tour at Sapporo Nijo Market: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $8.15Sapporo $7.98
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo 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 Sapporo Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Sapporo?
Sapporo 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 Sapporo in the Summer?
Both Sapporo and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Sapporo because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lombok is a little warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lombok in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Sapporo averages at about 21°C (69°F).
In July, Lombok usually receives less rain than Sapporo. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Sapporo 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Sapporo in the Autumn?
Both Sapporo and Lombok during the autumn 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 city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Sapporo this time of year.
In October, Lombok is generally much warmer than Sapporo. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Sapporo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Sapporo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Lombok. Lombok usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Sapporo. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Sapporo 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Sapporo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Sapporo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Sapporo for the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sapporo. Lombok is much warmer than Sapporo in the winter. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Sapporo fluctuates around -5°C (24°F).
Lombok usually receives more sunshine than Sapporo during winter. Lombok gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Sapporo receives 99 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sapporo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Lombok usually receives less rain than Sapporo. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Sapporo -5°C (24°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Sapporo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Sapporo. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Sapporo in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Lombok is much warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lombok in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Sapporo averages at about 7°C (44°F).
Lombok usually gets more rain in April than Sapporo. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Sapporo 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Sapporo and Lombok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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