Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Bali?
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 Bali or Akureyri?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bali and Akureyri can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Akureyri?
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.
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.
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Bali Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Akureyri $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $191. 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 Bali and Akureyri in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Akureyri $103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Akureyri $206
Compare Hotels in Bali and Akureyri
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Akureyri? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Bali Hotel Prices and Akureyri Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Akureyri $23
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$2.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- All Inclusive Batur Sunrise Treking Guide Ticket And Transfer : $60
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $114
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- Bali Nusa Dua Combo Parasailing And Snorkeling Include Transfer: $35
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $69
- Bali Parasailing, Banana, Jet Ski, and Sea Walker with Transfer: $80
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing Adventure, Donut Boat with Transfer: $67
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $115
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
- White Water Rafting with transfers & lunch: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $29
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $126
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Akureyri?
Prices for flights to both Akureyri and Bali 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 dayBali $34Akureyri $71
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.19
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Lunch for Two$13
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Bali Cafe for Two$26
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Lunch for Two$7.75
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Lunch for 2$8.59
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Dinner for 2$9.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Private Tour Rafting Uluwatu Kecak Dance Sunset and Dinner in Jimbaran Bay: $30
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $38
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $40
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $41
- South Bali Beach Tour, Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Fire Dance & Seafood Barbeque Dinner: $50
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Uluwatu Temple Sunset Tour & Dinner at Jimbaran Bay: $63
- Highlights Padang - Padang, Melasti Beach & Jimbaran Dinner: $65
- Exotic North Bedugul, Tanah Lot, and Jimbaran Seafood Dinner: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $10Akureyri $18
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$52
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$27
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $14
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Melasti Beach: $15
- Tickets for the Kecak Dance Performance at Uluwatu Temple: $17
- Uluwatu Kecak Tickets A Spectacular Show: $17
- Bali Jetski Watersport Nusa Dua Beach Experience : $20
- Besakih Mother Temple Tukad Cepung East Bali Private Guided Tour: $23
- Bali Sea Walker Experience at Nusa Dua Beach: $23
- Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay: $27
- Guide, Uluwatu Temple Entry, and Kecak Dance Ticket: $28
- Bali Quad Bike ATV Rides in Uluwatu Experiences: $28
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket: $15
- War and Peace Museum - Tour: $24
- Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri: $65
- Snowshoeing Experience and Storytelling in Héðinsfjörður: $78
- Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included: $78
- Guided Sit on Top Kayak Tour: $79
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $82
- Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall: $82
- Zipline Tour: $95
- Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town: $95
- Húsavík Whale Watching Tour, family owned and operated : $98
- Whale Watching and Sea Angling Tour : $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Akureyri $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Akureyri, we can see that Akureyri is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bali is in Asia and Akureyri 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 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 Akureyri would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Akureyri 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 Bali Expensive? and Is Akureyri Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Akureyri?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Akureyri, 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 Bali or Akureyri?
Akureyri 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 Bali or Akureyri in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Akureyri. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In July, Bali is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 158 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bali usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Akureyri 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bali or Akureyri in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bali as well as Akureyri. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Akureyri can get quite cold in the autumn. Bali is much warmer than Akureyri in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Akureyri fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 52 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Akureyri. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Akureyri 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Bali or Akureyri in the Winter?
Both Akureyri and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Akureyri can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Bali is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Akureyri averages at about -2°C (28°F).
Bali usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 7 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Akureyri -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Bali or Akureyri in the Spring?
Both Akureyri and Bali during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Akureyri can be very cold. In April, Bali is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. In the spring, Bali often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 130 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in April than Akureyri. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Akureyri 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Akureyri and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 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.