Which place is cheaper, Qingdao 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 Qingdao?
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 Qingdao can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Qingdao?
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.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Qingdao $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $73. 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 Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Qingdao $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Qingdao $54
Compare Hotels in Bali and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Qingdao? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Qingdao $12
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
- Traditional Balinese Massage with Hotel Transfer: $50
- Ride Bali ATV Adventure Ticket And Transfer: $34
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Bali Airport: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: Denpasar International Airport to Nusa Dua Area: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bali Airport to Hotel: $32
- Nusa Dua Departure transfer to Bali Airport International (DPS): $13
- LuxMe Bali Four Hands massage with Hotel Transfer: $58
- Fast Boat Transfers between Bali and Lombok: $48
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $48
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $53
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $54
- Private Qingdao Airport Arrival Transfer to City Hotels: $80
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao 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 $34Qingdao $35
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $10Qingdao $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:
- Bali Telaga Waja White Water Rafting Adventure : $55
- Legendary Scenic Spots Of Nusa Penida Private Guided Day Tour: $37
- Sightseeing to Ulundanu temple, banyumala waterfall & Tanah lot: $57
- Ubud Bali ATV Quad Bike Adventure: $45
- 3-Days Lombok,Gili island Tour Hopping around departure from Bali island: $300
- 5 Hours Bali Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Tour Including Tanjung Jepun: $59
- Alas Harum Bali Cretya Tegalalang Rice Terrace Ubud Swing Ticket: $25
- Amazing Private Tour: Lempuyang temple, Tirta gangga, Tukad cepung waterfall: $60
- Bali ATV Adventure: $61
- Bali ATV Quad Bike Adventure and Snorkeling Tour: $99
- Bali Benoa Shore Excursion for Cruise's Passenger - All Inclusive: $49
- Bali Instagram Tour : The Most Popular Spots In Bali: $62
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Qingdao After Dark: 4-Hour Illumination Tour with Options: $150
- Half Day Tour and Trek to Fushan Mountain: $170
- Private Qingdao highlights city tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- German Era Tour of Old Town Qingdao with Lunch and Beer Museum: $200
- Alternative City Tour with Navy Museum, Beer Street and TV Tower, Lunch Included: $200
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch : $202
- Qingdao Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Laoshan Mountain Sightseeing Tour: $207
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- Private City Tour with Beer & a Delectable Lunch: $220
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Qingdao $14
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Qingdao, we can see that Bali is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bali Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Qingdao?
Qingdao has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Qingdao, 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 Qingdao?
Qingdao 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 Qingdao in the Summer?
Both Qingdao and Bali during the summer 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 summer, Bali is around the same temperature as Qingdao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bali in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Qingdao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Bali. In the summer, Bali often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Bali gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 183 hours of full sun.
Qingdao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Qingdao. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Qingdao in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Qingdao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In October, Bali is generally much warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Qingdao this time of the year. In Bali, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bali usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during autumn. Bali gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Bali usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Bali or Qingdao in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bali as well as Qingdao. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Qingdao can be very cold during winter. Bali is much warmer than Qingdao in the winter. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Qingdao fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Bali often gets less sunshine than Qingdao. Bali gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 185 hours of full sun.
Bali usually gets more rain in January than Qingdao. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Bali or Qingdao in the Spring?
Both Qingdao and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the spring, Bali is much warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bali in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Qingdao averages at about 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Qingdao. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bali. Bali usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao during spring. Bali gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 224 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bali usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Bali is April to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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