Which place is cheaper, Plzen 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 Plzen?
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 Plzen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Plzen?
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.
Plzen
Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Plzen $142
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Plzen is $142. 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 Plzen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Plzen $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Plzen $140
Compare Hotels in Bali and Plzen
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Plzen? 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 Plzen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Plzen $9.51
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
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport Jimbaran and Uluwatu: $16
- Denpasar Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel: $25
- Exclusive Bali Airport Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Uluwatu & South Kuta: $31
- 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
- Devdan Treasure of the Archipelago Show with Transfer from Bali: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $96
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $127
- Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $296
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Plzen?
Prices for flights to both Plzen 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 $34Plzen $61
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 $10Plzen $25
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 Plzen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:
- An Audio Tour of the City of Beer: Pilsen's History and Legends: $8.99
- Experience Pilsen through Digital Audio Guide in English: $11
- Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Plzen $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:
- Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $118
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Plzen, we can see that Plzen 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 Plzen 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 Plzen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plzen 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 Plzen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Plzen?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Plzen. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Plzen, 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 Plzen?
Plzen 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 Plzen in the Summer?
Both Plzen and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In July, Bali is generally a little warmer than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Plzen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during summer. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Plzen. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 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)Plzen 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Bali or Plzen in the Autumn?
Both Plzen 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.
Bali is much warmer than Plzen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. In the autumn, Bali often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in October than Plzen. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 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)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Bali or Plzen in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Plzen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
The weather in Plzen can be very cold. In the winter, Bali is much warmer than Plzen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Plzen averages at about -1°C (31°F).
Bali usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during winter. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Plzen. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 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)Plzen -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Bali or Plzen in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Plzen. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Bali is generally much warmer than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°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 Plzen. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in April than Plzen. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 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)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Plzen and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
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