Which place is cheaper, Gili Trawangan or Singapore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Singapore or Gili Trawangan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Singapore or Gili Trawangan? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Singapore or Gili Trawangan?
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
Gili Trawangan
Gili Trawangan, known as Gili T, is the most visited of the three Gili Islands, located on the northeast side of Lombok. These islands are known for world-class diving and snorkeling spots. It's not hard to see why, considering that any direction you step off the shoreline, there's a beautiful underwater world to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySingapore $152Gili Trawangan $36
The average daily cost (per person) in Singapore is $152, while the average daily cost in Gili Trawangan is $36. 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 Singapore and Gili Trawangan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSingapore $98Gili Trawangan $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSingapore $196Gili Trawangan $48
Compare Hotels in Singapore and Gili Trawangan
Looking for a hotel in Singapore or Gili Trawangan? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Singapore $10Gili Trawangan $2.78
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
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Taxi to Airport$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
- Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket with Transfer: $175
- Starry Night Singapore Tour + Roundtrip Transfers: $92
- Universal Studios 1-Day Pass with 1-Way Transfer: $96
- Night Safari with Tram Ride and Hotel Transfer: $168
- Night Safari Ticket, Tram Ride, & Return Transfer: $104
- Marina Bay Sands & Gardens By The Bay & Transfer: $143
- Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Transfer: $35
- City Transfer to Airport/Seaport Terminal: $59
- City Transfer to Airport/Seaport Terminal: $60
- Changi Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfer: $56
- Airport/Seaport Arrival Transfer + Meet & Greet: $82
- Singapore to Kuala Lumpur One Way Transfer: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gili Trawangan
Also for Gili Trawangan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Central Gili Island Bus Transfer Senggigi Mataram Kuta Lombok: $16
- Airport private Transfer: $39
- Lombok Transfer From 3 Gilis to Airport or Hotel In Lombok: $45
- Private Transfer Three Gili Island Lombok by Speedboat: $100
Is it cheaper to fly into Singapore or Gili Trawangan?
Prices for flights to both Gili Trawangan and Singapore 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 daySingapore $28Gili Trawangan $7.28
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast$4.52
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Sugarcane Juice$1.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $47
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $47
- Guided Hawker Culture & Street Food Tour at Night: $65
- Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $65
- Marina Bay Sands Yacht Cruise with Dinner: $67
- Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour with Dinner: $71
- Eat and Snap in Chinatown Walking Food Tour: $71
- Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour: $72
- Private Korean Cooking Class in Balmoral Road: $74
- Best Ever Katong Food Tour with Local Foodie - Eat till you drop!: $74
- Zebra Urban Safari Bicycle Tour with Local Dinner and Drinks: $75
- Little India Hawker Street Food Tour: $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gili Trawangan
For Gili Trawangan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sweet and Spicy - Indonesian Cooking Class in Gili Trawangan: $28
- Learn to cook authentic Indonesian food at Gili Cooking Classes: $30
- Gili Trawangan Sunset BBQ Dinner Cruise with snorkeling: $91
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Singapore $32Gili Trawangan $4.01
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
- SG Adventure Pass with Dukw Tour: $122
- *17 or 19 Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide: $185
- *19 Hrs Kuala Lumpur&Melaka Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide: $182
- 1 Hour Admission Ticket for Singapore Cable Car: $26
- 1-way Singapore hotel pickup (Batam private tour guests only): $120
- 3 Ethnic Neighborhoods & UNESCO Street Food / Cultural Experience: $149
- 3 Hour Private Sunset Tour in Singapore: $241
- 3-Hour Marina Bay Best Spots Walking Tour: $68
- 5-Hour Peranakan Heritage Tour with Peranakan Tile Painting : $124
- 6-Hours Singapore Tour in Private Car or Minibus with Driver: $233
- ArtScience Museum Admission Ticket: $23
- Asian Civilisations Museum Admission Ticket: $12
Tours and Activities in Gili Trawangan
For Gili Trawangan, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shared Gili Islands Snorkeling Tour: $19
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Gili Trawangan: $22
- Kuta Tour (South Of Lombok Beutiful Tour): $49
- Lombok Private Tour Waterfall And Traditional Village Including Beach: $55
- Gili Hai 3 Islands BBQ Cruise: $72
- Gili Hai 3 Islands BBQ Sunset Cruise: $72
- Gili Nanggu Day Tour: $80
- Lombok Private Customize Tour: $85
- Gili Trawangan 3 Island Half day Cruise with BBQ Lunch and Snorkeling : $91
- 5H All Inclusive Breakfast &Snorkeling Cruise on Utopia Catamaran: $109
- 5H All Inclusive Sunset & Snorkeling Cruise on Utopia Catamaran: $109
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySingapore $27Gili Trawangan $3.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
- Tour of Tiger Brewery in Singapore: $21
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $25
- Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $26
- Little India Pub Crawl: $26
- Halloween Horror Nightlife PartySingapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $37
- LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Singapore and Gili Trawangan, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. And not only is Gili Trawangan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gili Trawangan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gili Trawangan 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore than you might in Gili Trawangan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Singapore Expensive? and Is Gili Trawangan Expensive?.
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.