Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lombok or Tianjin?
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 Tianjin. 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 Tianjin?
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.
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $52Tianjin $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $52, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $76. 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 Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $29Tianjin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $58Tianjin $68
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Tianjin? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Tianjin $36
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 Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cruise Transfer from Tianjin Port to Beijing Airport: $280
- Cruise Transfer from Tianjin Port to Beijing Hotels : $225
- One Way Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing with Guide: $216
- Private Round-Trip Transfer: Tianjin Hotels to Mutianyu Great Wall: $212
- Private Transfer from Tianjin International Airport to Beijing Downtown: $208
- Private One Way Tianjin Port Transfer to Beijing including Great Wall Sightseeing: $198
- Tianjin Private Transfer to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: $196
- Tianjin Port Private Round Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $192
- Private Tianjin Port Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $178
- Private Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall from Tianjin City: $178
- Private Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Port to Great Wall of China with Beijing Drop-Off: $168
- Private PEK Airport Departure Transfer from Tianjin with Bullet Train Experience: $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin 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 $12Tianjin $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 $10Tianjin $10
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 Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- 4-Hour Private Tianjin Walking Tour with Dim Sum: $168
- 4-Hour Shore Excursion: Tianjin City Highlights and Binhai Bullet Train Experience: $259
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion Highlight Tour with Peking Duck Experience: $240
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Porcelain House with Bullet Train Experience: $240
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- All-inclusive Tianjin Day Tour to Qing Emperor's Tomb & Huangyaguan Great Wall : $278
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven: $219
- From Tianjin Xingang Port: Private 2-Day Beijing Tour: $550
- Huangyaguan Great Wall Layover Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $265
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $8.15Tianjin $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin 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 Tianjin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tianjin 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 Tianjin Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Tianjin?
Tianjin 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 Tianjin in the Summer?
Both Tianjin and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
In July, Lombok is generally around the same temperature as Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 26°C (79°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. In July, Lombok usually receives less rain than Tianjin. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Tianjin in the Autumn?
Both Tianjin 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.
Lombok is much warmer than Tianjin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Tianjin fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lombok. Lombok usually gets more rain in October than Tianjin. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Tianjin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
Tianjin can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Lombok is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lombok in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Tianjin averages at about -3°C (27°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. Lombok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tianjin during winter. Lombok gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 201 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lombok usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Tianjin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Tianjin. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Lombok is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Lombok usually gets more rain in April than Tianjin. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin and Lombok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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