Which place is cheaper, Siem Reap or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta or Siem Reap?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Siem Reap? 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 Siem Reap?
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.
Siem Reap
Located in northern Cambodia, Siem Reap is the closest town to Cambodia's famous Angkor Wat. It is a comfortable and laid back town and most visitors use it as a base to explore the country's most visited destination. Although Siem Reap was once a quaint village, it has continued to grow and change to meet the needs of the many tourists who visit every year. Siem Reap has become a very touristy town with easy access to restaurants, hotels, and shops. It also has a large expatriate community and the western influences are unavoidable. Although prices remain quite low, they are higher than you might find elsewhere in Cambodia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phnom Penh, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Siem Reap.
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Yogyakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $64Siem Reap $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $64, while the average daily cost in Siem Reap is $94. 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 Siem Reap in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $35Siem Reap $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $70Siem Reap $102
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Siem Reap
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta or Siem Reap? 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 Siem Reap Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.28Siem Reap $8.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Borobudur Half Day All Inclusive Guided Tour With Hotel Transfer: $60
- Indonesia: Yogyakarta Airport Transfer: $14
- Private Transfer Airport Jogyakarta ( Adisucipto ): $25
- Private Transfer Airport Yogyakarta (JOG) to All City Destination: $7.00
- Private Transfer from Banyuraden to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Borobudur Temple to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $81
- Private Transfer from Borobudur to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $81
- Private Transfer from Donoharjo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Kembanglimus to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $88
- Private Transfer from Kricak to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Maguwoharjo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Mantrijeron to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Siem Reap
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Siem Reap:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$13
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Bike Rentals$1.93
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Siem Reap?
Prices for flights to both Siem Reap 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 $19Siem Reap $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Yogyakarta Historical Walking and Food Tour: $29
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $35
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $36
- Yogyakarta Night Food Tour: $48
- Yogyakarta Day Food Tour: $48
- Prambanan Sunset and Ramayana Ballet with Dinner: $65
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class: $71
- Private Ramayana Ballet Performance Tour at Prambanan with Dinner: $104
- Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Ballet Show (VIP Seat with dinner): $125
Typical Food Prices in Siem Reap
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Siem Reap:
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Breakfast for Two$5.59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $15Siem Reap $30
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chicken Church at Karangrejo Village Admission Ticket: $1.84
- Java Puppets Museum Admission Ticket: $2.50
- Half Day Keraton and Taman Sari Tour: $10
- Yogyakarta Merapi Volcano Jeep Adventure with English/France/Italia guide: $16
- Mount Merapi Sunrise , Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave Tour : $20
- Official Tickets - Experience Ramayana Ballet Jogja Show: $20
- Roro Jonggrang Ballet in City Center Official Tickets MURI Award: $20
- Private Borobudur Village Tour by Bike: $25
- Rent a Car Private Day tour with Driver : $25
- Borobudur ( Guarantee ClimbUP ) and Prambanan Temple Day Tour: $26
- Yogyakarta Borobudur Sunset Shared Guided Tour : $26
- FUN Cycling Tour De Temples: $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Siem Reap
Here are a few typical costs in Siem Reap for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Angkor Tour Guide$8.24
Tours and Activities in Siem Reap
Here are a few actual costs in Siem Reap for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Days Tour(Small Circuit+Grand Circuit & Banteay Srei+Beng Mealea & Koh Ker): $296
- Kulen National Park Ticket: $19
- Phnom Kulen National Park Tours and Tickets: $65
- Phnom Kulen Waterfall 1000 Linga National Park Tour: $95
- Private Kulen 1000 Shiva Lingas waterfall Private Tour: $103
- Private Tour Kampong Pluk village and boat cruise on Tonle Sap: $99
- Tours and Tickets to Experience Phnom Kulen National Park: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.74Siem Reap $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yogyakarta and Siem Reap, we can see that Siem Reap is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yogyakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yogyakarta 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 Siem Reap would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Siem Reap than you might in Yogyakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yogyakarta Expensive? and Is Siem Reap Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yogyakarta or Siem Reap?
Yogyakarta has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Siem Reap. When comparing the sizes of Yogyakarta and Siem Reap, 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.