Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Yogyakarta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yogyakarta or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Lombok? 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: Yogyakarta or Lombok?
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
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 Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best Cultural Tours in Indonesia, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $58Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $58, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Yogyakarta and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $37Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $74Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta 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: Yogyakarta Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.33Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Wanurejo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $168
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Pekuncen Pegandon: $167
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Kembanglimus: $167
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Wanurejo: $167
- Private Transfer from Kembanglimus to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $167
- Jepara & One Way Private Transfer: $110
- Layover Tour w/ Entry Tickets & Airport Transfer: $94
- Semarang & Transfer To The Hotel or Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Borobudur Temple to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $93
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Donoharjo: $92
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Banyuraden: $92
- Private Transfer from Banyuraden to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Wisata Alam Semongkat to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $210
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Pekat: $92
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lopok: $151
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lempeh: $92
- Private Transfer from Sokong to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Senggigi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $32
- Private Transfer from Pengawisan to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Lopok to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $151
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok Airport (LOP): $33
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sokong: $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sigar Penjalin: $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Senggigi: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Yogyakarta 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 dayYogyakarta $12Lombok $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Morning Food Tour with Tasting: $22
- Yogyakarta : Guided City Walk and Food Tour: $32
- Prambanan temple afternoon tour and dinner: $34
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
- Night Walking and Food Tour: $37
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $38
- Ramayana Ballet Performance with Dinner: $38
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $40
- Javanese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $56
- Yogyakarta Day Food Tour: $58
- Nusantara Cooking Course and Lokal Market Tour: $80
- Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Ballet Show (VIP Seat with dinner): $125
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $16Lombok $10
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Tour Borobudur Sunrise – Merapi Volcano – Prambanan (Transport Only): $80
- 1 Day Yogyakarta tour ( Borobudur temple, Merapi Lava Tour, Prambanan Temple): $76
- 1 day Yogyakarta Tour Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave tubing: $72
- 1 day tour Borobudur and Prambanan Temples : $69
- 1 day tour borobudur temple,prambanan temple,plaosan temple: $72
- 1-Day Yogyakarta City Tour Prangtritis Beach - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE: $139
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Prambanan Breksi Ijo Temple - PRIVATE Tour with Guide: $183
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Timang Pengger - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE: $183
- 6 hours Borobudur temple climb up tour only.: $19
- A Day Out from Jomblang Cave Tour: $73
- ATV Adventure Borobudur - Admission Ticket: $35
- Amazing Yogyakarta Tour: $120
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 2 Days Private Tetebatu and Rinjani Nature Tour in Lombok: $168
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $220
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu & Stokel (Waterfall Tour) : $67
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Benang Stokel and Kelambu Waterfall Tour - Lombok Private Tour: $42
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Camping Tour in Sasak Mountain Lombok Island: $87
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Daily Sasak Tour Lombok: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.93Lombok $8.15
When comparing the travel costs between Yogyakarta and Lombok, we can see that Yogyakarta is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yogyakarta Expensive? and Is Lombok 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.