Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan)?
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 Busan (Pusan) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
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.
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Busan (Pusan) $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is $104. 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 Busan (Pusan) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Busan (Pusan) $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Busan (Pusan) $78
Compare Hotels in Bali and Busan (Pusan)
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Busan (Pusan)? 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: Bali Hotel Prices and Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Busan (Pusan) $20
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:
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Denpasar HTL-APT(DPS) : $8.88
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Bali Airport: $32
- Ride Bali ATV Adventure Ticket And Transfer: $34
- Bali Nusa Dua Combo Parasailing And Snorkeling Include Transfer: $35
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Traditional Balinese Massage with Hotel Transfer: $50
- LuxMe Bali Four Hands massage with Hotel Transfer: $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Int Airport(PUS): $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer Gaimhae Airport to Busan City: $85
- Busan Airport to Busan Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $125
- Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) 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 $34Busan (Pusan) $44
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.
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $36
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $40
- South Bali Beach Tour, Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Fire Dance & Seafood Barbeque Dinner: $50
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $65
- Bali Street Food Tour: $65
- Sidemen Cooking Class: $77
- Pure Bali Village Experience, Cooking & Jamu Class+VIP Transfer: $89
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's$4.43
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Carp Bread$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $53
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $95
- Busan seafood tour : Cod Auction and Clam Auction in Winter: $99
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $100
- Busan Local Food Cooking Class with Market Tour: $114
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $10Busan (Pusan) $20
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:
- 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
- Besakih Mother Temple Tukad Cepung East Bali Private Guided Tour: $23
- Alas Harum Bali Cretya Tegalalang Rice Terrace Ubud Swing Ticket: $25
- Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay: $27
- Bali Quad Bike ATV Rides in Uluwatu Experiences: $28
- Gunung Kawi Rice Terrace Swing And Waterfall Private Guided Tour : $28
- Uluwatu Temple Entry and Kecak Fire Dance Ticket: $29
- Uluwatu & Kecak Dance Tour: $29
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Busan Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Foreigner Only: $12
- Museum 1 Exhibition Ticket in Busan (내국인 불가): $12
- Busan CLUBD OASIS Spa and Water Park Ticket: $15
- Busan Yacht Tour with Music: $26
- Japanese Occupation and Korean War Historical Tour in Busan: $29
- Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan: $38
- Busan 9 Highlights Tour: $40
- Eden Valley Ski and Snowboard Tour from Busan : $41
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Day trip from Busan - A Spring Adventure!: $47
- Naejangsan Fall Foliage Tour from Busan with Seoul Drop-off: $47
- Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $48
- Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Busan (Pusan) $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Busan (Pusan), we can see that Busan (Pusan) is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Busan (Pusan) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Busan (Pusan), 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 Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) 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 Busan (Pusan) in the Summer?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
Bali is around the same temperature as Busan (Pusan) in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Busan (Pusan). In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 257 mm (10.1 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Busan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Autumn?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Bali during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Bali is a little warmer than Busan (Pusan). Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Busan (Pusan) averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In Busan (Pusan), it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 202 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Busan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Busan (Pusan). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Busan (Pusan) can be very cold during winter. In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Busan (Pusan) this time of the year. Bali usually receives less sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 200 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Busan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Bali or Busan (Pusan) in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Busan (Pusan). Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Busan (Pusan) in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In the spring, Bali often gets more sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 196 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). Bali usually gets less rain in April than Busan (Pusan). Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Busan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Busan (Pusan) and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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