Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala?
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.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Yogyakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $59Uppsala $180
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $59, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $180. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $33Uppsala $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $66Uppsala $202
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.20Uppsala $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Jepara & One Way Private Transfer: $110
- Private Transfer from Pandowo Harjo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $100
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Maguwoharjo: $95
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfers: $94
- Semarang & Transfer To The Hotel or Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Wanurejo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $85
- Yogyakarta Hidden Gems Tour with Private Guided Transfer: $84
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Borobudur Temple: $83
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Kembanglimus: $81
- Private Transfer from Borobudur to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $79
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to South Rejowinangun: $75
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Borobudur: $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $18Uppsala $62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ramayana Show with Transfer, Entry Fee & Dinner: $13
- Night Walking & Street Food Tour: $21
- Morning Food Tour in Yogyakarta: $21
- Guided City Walk and Food Tour: $23
- Morning Walk and Food Tour: $23
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Ramayana Ballet Performance with Optional Dinner: $28
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Nighttime Walk and Food Tour: $32
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $33
- Cooking Class with Market Visit and Hotel Pickup: $33
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $14Uppsala $21
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Java's Cultural Heritage: Borobudur and Prambanan Tour": $16
- 1 Day Yogyakarta tour ( Borobudur temple, Merapi Lava Tour, Prambanan Temple): $65
- 1 day Yogyakarta Tour Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave tubing: $69
- 1 day tour Borobudur and Prambanan Temples: $40
- 1 day tour borobudur temple,prambanan temple,plaosan temple: $40
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Javanese Culture - PRIVATE TOUR with GUIDE: $198
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Merapi Pengger Heha - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE: $140
- 1Day Borobudur (Upper Level) and Prambanan Private Guided Tour: $159
- 2 Days Borobudur Prambanan Merapi Volcano And Rice Terrace Tour: $140
- 2 Days Tour to Mount Merbabu from Yogyakarta: $280
- 2 days Mount Merbabu Hiking and Camping Tour: $79
- 2 days Yogyakarta tour (Borobudur, Prambanan, Jomblang cave, Timang beach): $152
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $167
- Adventure parc: $53
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $107
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $100
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $149
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $23
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $287
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $138
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.44Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yogyakarta and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yogyakarta is in Asia and Uppsala is in Europe, 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 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala 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 Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yogyakarta or Uppsala?
Yogyakarta has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Yogyakarta and Uppsala, 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.