Which place is cheaper, Bali or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Petra or Bali?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Petra and Bali can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Bali?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $125Bali $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $125, while the average daily cost in Bali is $73. 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 Petra and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Bali $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Bali $84
Compare Hotels in Petra and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Bali? 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Bali $9.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
- Petra to Sheikh Hussein Crossing Border Private Transfer: $180
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Private transfer: Nusa Dua to Bali Airport (DPS): $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Sanur Bali to/from Lembongan: Speedboat Transfer: $15
- Mount Batur Sunrise 4WD Jeep With Transfer : $16
- Ngurah Rai Bali Airport Private Transfer: $16
- Private Transfer Ubud-Seminyak-Kuta-Uluwatu-Jimbaran: $19
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Private Transfer Between Ubud and Canggu: $22
- Bali and Nusa Penida: Fast Boat Transfers: $29
- Canggu/Berawa: 2-Hour Surf Lesson with Hotel Transfers: $29
- Half-Day Private City Tour with Transfers: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Petra 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 dayPetra $38Bali $21
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.24
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.07
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Lunch for 2$8.93
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Dinner for 2$9.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $30
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Evening Bali Mangrove Canoe Tour with Dinner: $46
- Bali Cooking Class and Ubud Sightseeing Tour : $48
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $49
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Bali $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$54
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$28
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $8.97
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Temple and Karang Boma Cliff Tour with Tickets: $15
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $19
- All-Inclusive White Water Rafting Adventure in Ubud: $19
- 1-Day Instant Entry Ticket to Waterbom Bali: $19
- Ubud: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces, Temple & Waterfalls Tour: $19
- Bali Nusa Dua Theatre: Devdan Show Tickets: $19
- Ubud: Waterfall, Rice Terraces & Monkey Forest Private Tour: $20
- Bali Traditional Purification And Sightseeing Private Guided Tour: $20
- All Inclusive Bali Snorkeling Blue Lagoon tour experience : $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Bali $3.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Bali, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Bali is in Asia, 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 Bali would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bali 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra than you might in Bali.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Bali?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Bali, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Petra or Bali?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Petra or Bali in the Summer?
Both Bali and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Bali is April to September. In July, Petra usually receives less rain than Bali. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bali receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Bali. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Bali during summer. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 253 hours of full sun in the summer.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally a little warmer than Bali. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Bali in the Autumn?
Both Bali and Petra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
October to March is the rainy season in Bali. Petra usually gets less rain in October than Bali. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Bali receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the autumn, Petra often gets more sunshine than Bali. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 266 hours of full sun.
Petra is around the same temperature as Bali in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Bali in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Bali. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali. In January, Petra usually receives less rain than Bali. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Bali during winter. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 170 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Petra is much colder than Bali. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Bali averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Petra or Bali in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Petra as well as Bali. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season. Petra usually gets less rain in April than Bali. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Bali receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the spring, Petra often gets more sunshine than Bali. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 226 hours of full sun.
In April, Petra is generally around the same temperature as Bali. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali and Petra
| Petra | Bali | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 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.