Which place is cheaper, Lombok 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 Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Lombok, 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 Lombok?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €159Lombok €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €159, while the average daily cost in Lombok is €49. 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 Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Lombok €23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Lombok €46
Compare Hotels in Turku and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Turku or Lombok? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Lombok €8.97
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6, or 8-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $370
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Wisata Alam Semongkat: $212
- Private Transfer from Lopok to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $155
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $114
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Brang Biji: $95
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lempeh: $93
- Private Transfer from Brang Bara to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $93
- Private Transfer from Pekat to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $93
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Brang Bara: $93
- Private Transfer from Lempeh to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $93
- Fast Transfer by Private Speedboat&Car (Gili → Kuta Lombok): $81
- Private Transfer from Sokong to Lombok Airport (LOP): $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok 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 €56Lombok €17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gili Trawangan: Authentic Indonesian Food Gili Cooking Class: $44
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $55
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $66
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Lombok €8.27
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $274
- Järvelä Sauna Experience in the Turku Archipelago: $18
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 3 Days Tour in Mount Rinjani Summit with Lake Hiking: $300
- 3 day lombok tour gili island, culture trip,waterfall trip: $250
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $232
- Benang Kelambu & Stokel (Waterfall Tour): $67
- Benang Kelambu & Stokel Waterfalls and Handweaving Village Tour: $48
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall Experience from Lombok: $43
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $59
- Discover the Best of South Beaches & Culture: Exclusive Tour: $54
- Dolphins Cruise: $154
- Exclusive Hidden Waterfalls Adventure: Tiu Kelep & Sendang Gile: $72
- Exclusive Private Experience: 5 Secret Gili Islands: $81
- Exclusive Private Lombok Car Hire & Customized Tour: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Lombok €6.55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Lombok, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Turku is in Europe and Lombok 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 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 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 Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Turku Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Turku or Lombok?
Turku 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 Turku or Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Turku is much colder than Lombok in the summer. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Lombok fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In July, Turku usually receives more rain than Lombok. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Lombok is May to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Turku or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok and Turku during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
In the autumn, Turku is much colder than Lombok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Turku in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Turku usually gets less rain in October than Lombok. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the rainy season in Lombok.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Turku or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Lombok. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Turku can be very cold during winter. In January, Turku is generally much colder than Lombok. Daily temperatures in Turku average around -6°C (20°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Turku usually receives less sunshine than Lombok during winter. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Turku usually receives less rain than Lombok. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Turku or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Turku as well as Lombok. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
The weather in Turku can be very cold. Turku is much colder than Lombok in the spring. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Turku usually gets less rain in April than Lombok. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, May to September in Lombok is the dry season. November to April in Lombok is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Turku
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 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.