Which place is cheaper, Bali or Turku?
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 Turku or Bali?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Bali, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Turku or Bali?
Turku
Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Turku Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €159Bali €71
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €159, while the average daily cost in Bali is €71. 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 Turku and Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Bali €33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Bali €66
Compare Hotels in Turku and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Turku 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: Turku Hotel Prices and Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Bali €7.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turku
Also for Turku, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku (TKU) Airport to City centre: $83
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $83
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€2.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Paragliding In Bali With Private Hotel Transfer: $140
- Luxury Bali Private Airport Transfer Alphard: $113
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $82
- Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing, Banana Boat, Jet Ski with Transfer: $81
- Bali Parasailing, Banana, Jet Ski, and Sea Walker with Transfer: $80
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Jet Ski, Parasailing, Banana, and Donut Boat with Transfer: $74
- Horse Riding on the Black Sand Beach and Free Hotel Transfers: $74
- Bali Sunrise Horseback Ride at Beach with Hotel Transfer: $73
- Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing Adventure, Donut Boat with Transfer: $67
- Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali and Turku 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 dayTurku €56Bali €28
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee€1.00
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Lunch for Two€11
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Bali Cafe for Two€22
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Lunch for Two€6.47
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Lunch for 2€7.17
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Dinner for 2€7.87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Jimbaran Sunset Beachfront Seafood Dinner for 2: $16
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Bali include Sunset: $21
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset: $30
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- Uluwatu Walking Sunset Tour with Kecak Fire Dance and Dinner: $34
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $41
- Nusa Dua: Bali Cooking Class Spice Herb Garden Visit-Free Pick Up: $45
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $49
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Nusa Dua Beachfront Bali Cooking Class, Market Tour, Free Pick Up: $54
- Uluwatu Temple Sunset Tour & Dinner at Jimbaran Bay: $63
- Authentic Balinese Cooking Classes: $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Bali €8.69
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Järvelä Sauna Experience in the Turku Archipelago: $18
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $274
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€43
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Snorkelling Trip€9.96
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Cooking School€22
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- All-Inclusive Ubud Melukat Tour: Holy Water Cleansing Experience: $57
- 3-Days Lombok,Gili island Tour Hopping around departure from Bali island: $300
- 6 Hour Car Charter Tour of Uluwatu Temple: $46
- 6-Hour White Water Rafting and Kanto Lampo Waterfall Private Tour: $79
- ATV Jungle Adventure with Waterfalls and Tunnel Ride: $43
- ATV Rock Adventure with Optional Uluwatu Temple: $35
- Adventure Amazing ATV Quad Bike with Waterfall include Lunch: $63
- All Inclusive Bali Benoa Watersports and Jet Ski Adventure: $23
- All Inclusive Tour to Tanah Lot Temple and Monkey Forest: $56
- Amazing Day Tour: Highlights of Ubud Village Hidden Waterfall: $29
- Amazing Experience ATV Quad Bike with Bali Swing: $75
- Amazing Private Tour: Lempuyang temple, Tirta gangga, Tukad cepung waterfall: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Bali €2.57
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Bali, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Turku is in Europe 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 Turku would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Turku 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 Turku Expensive? and Is Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Turku or Bali?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Turku. When comparing the sizes of Turku 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 Turku or Bali?
Turku has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bali experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Turku or Bali in the Summer?
Both Bali and Turku during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Turku is much colder than Bali in the summer. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Turku. In the summer, Turku often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bali. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 253 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets more rain in July than Bali. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Bali receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Turku or Bali in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Bali. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Turku is much colder than Bali. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Turku in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. Turku usually receives less sunshine than Bali during autumn. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 266 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Turku usually receives more rain than Bali. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Bali receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Turku or Bali in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Turku as well as Bali. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Turku in the winter. In January, Turku is generally much colder than Bali. Daily temperatures in Turku average around -6°C (20°F), and Bali fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In the winter, Turku often gets less sunshine than Bali. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 170 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets less rain in January than Bali. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Turku or Bali in the Spring?
Both Bali and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. Turku is much colder than Bali in the spring. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. Turku usually receives less sunshine than Bali during spring. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 226 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Turku usually receives less rain than Bali. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bali receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali and Turku
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 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.