Which place is cheaper, Xiamen 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 Xiamen?
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 Xiamen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Xiamen?
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.
Xiamen
Xiamen is a coastal city in the Fujian Province of China and has been a major port city and gateway to China for centuries. This vibrant and modern city was named the most livable city in the world in 2002 and one of the first cities to be named a Special Economic Zone. Xiamen is best known for being home to Gulangyu Island, a beautiful island full of historic colonial buildings and lovely walking paths.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Xiamen $84
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Xiamen is $84. 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 Xiamen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Xiamen $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Xiamen $62
Compare Hotels in Bali and Xiamen
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Xiamen? 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 $8.68Xiamen $6.08
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
- Denpasar Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $25
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $115
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Xiamen
Also for Xiamen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Gaoqi Airport to Xiamen City Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Xiamen North Railway Station to City Area: $19
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Xiamen Airport Transfer: $25
- Private Xiamen Gaoqi Airport Arrival Transfer to City Area: $30
- Private Xiamen Gaoqi Airport Departure Transfer from City Areas: $33
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen and Anxi : $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster : $89
- Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and HongKeng Hakka Tulou Cluster: $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Hui'an county in Quanzhou: $89
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng and HekengHakka Tulou fromXiamen: $90
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng Tulou and Hekeng Hakka Tulou from Xiamen City : $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Xiamen?
Prices for flights to both Xiamen 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 $34Xiamen $46
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 $10Xiamen $16
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 Xiamen
For Xiamen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sailing & Sea Experience.: $22
- Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple & Luoyang Bridge Tour: $70
- Xiamen Private English Tour Guide Service: $93
- Xiamen Private Half Day Tour of Gulangyu Island and Shuzhuang Garden: $97
- A Night Tour to Xiamen Gulang Island: $100
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Local Food Market Experience: $103
- 4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way: $115
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way: $121
- Shanghai Metro Tour: $127
- Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum: $132
- Xiamen Half-Day Private Tour include Gulang Yu Island and Garden : $135
- Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Village from Xiamen: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Xiamen $17
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Xiamen, 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 Xiamen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Xiamen?
Xiamen has a larger population, and is about 42% larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Xiamen, 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 Xiamen?
Xiamen 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 Xiamen in the Summer?
Both Xiamen 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 Xiamen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bali in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Xiamen averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Xiamen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Xiamen. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 140 mm (5.5 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)Xiamen 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bali or Xiamen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Xiamen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In October, Bali is generally around the same temperature as Xiamen. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Xiamen fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In October, Bali usually receives more rain than Xiamen. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 29 mm (1.1 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)Xiamen 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bali or Xiamen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bali as well as Xiamen. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Xiamen in the winter. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Xiamen fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Bali usually gets more rain in January than Xiamen. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 37 mm (1.4 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)Xiamen 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Bali or Xiamen in the Spring?
Both Xiamen 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 a little warmer than Xiamen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bali in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Xiamen averages at about 20°C (69°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Xiamen. In April, Bali usually receives less rain than Xiamen. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 147 mm (5.8 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)Xiamen 20°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Xiamen and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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