Which place is cheaper, Bandung or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Petra or Bandung?
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 Bandung can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Bandung?
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.
Bandung
Bandung is the capital city of West Java, and the third largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta and Surabaya. Nicknamed Parijs van Java (Paris of Java) by the Dutch for its resemblance to Paris and European atmosphere back in colonial times, Bandung also earned another nickname as Kota Kembang, literally meaning the Flower City since Bandung used to have a lot of flowers. Nowadays, Bandung has become a very popular weekend escape for Jakartans, who crowd the city on weekends and national holidays. It's known for colonial and art deco architecture, a lively, university-town feel and relatively cool tropical weather. Bandung is also a shopping destination, with fashion outlets clustered along Jalan Setiabudi and Jalan Riau in the Dago district. The city also make a good base for day trips to the surrounding countryside - high volcanic peaks, hot springs, and tea plantations are all within reach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Bandung $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Bandung is $45. 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 Bandung in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Bandung $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Bandung $38
Compare Hotels in Petra and Bandung
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Bandung? 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 Bandung Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Bandung $5.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Madaba – Safe & Comfortable Ride: $140
- Private Transfer from Petra to Aqaba Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations By Minivan: $160
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bandung
Also for Bandung, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Citeureup City to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer from Sukahaji to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer from Cihanjuang Rahayu to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Kec. Batununggal Kel. Kacapiring 40271: $36
- Private Transfer from Kec. Cibeunying Kidul Kel. 40124 to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Tamansari: $36
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Malabar: $36
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Sukahaji: $36
- Private Transfer from Lebak Gede to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer from Dago to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Dusun Mulya Bhakti: $36
- Private Transfer from Dusun Mulya Bhakti to Bandung Airport (BDO): $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Bandung?
Prices for flights to both Bandung 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 $66Bandung $22
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.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bandung
For Bandung, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Indonesian Cooking Class with Welcoming Exotic Fruits: $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Bandung $5.07
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:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
Tours and Activities in Bandung
For Bandung, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The heart of Bandung and Grand Mosque Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Bandung Old Town: A Historic City Square Walking Tour: $16
- Private Guide Bandung Tour Car Charter: $35
- Kawah Putih Tour From Bandung City: $36
- Bandung Volcano Sightseeing and Hot Spring Private Tour: $41
- Tangkuban Parahu Volcano & Surrounding Areas Tour: $44
- Private Tour: White Crater, Tea Plantation & Rengganis Hot Spring: $45
- Bogor ,west Java Tour: $50
- Private Tour to Bandung Volcano Hot Springs and Mud bathing: $52
- Bandung Tour Volcano, Hotsprings, Mud, Tea, Lunch all Included: $55
- Kawah Putih tour - Day trip Ticket etc all including: $56
- Private: Kawah Putih,Volcano,HotSpring,Mud Bathing,Lake Tour: $58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Bandung $3.09
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Bandung, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Bandung much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Bandung 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 Bandung would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bandung 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 Bandung.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Bandung Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Bandung?
Bandung has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Bandung, 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.
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.