Which place is cheaper, Yakushima 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 Yakushima?
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 Yakushima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Yakushima?
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.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
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 Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Bali Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $85Yakushima $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $85, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $141. 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 Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $40Yakushima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $80Yakushima $122
Compare Hotels in Bali and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Yakushima? 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 Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $8.68Yakushima $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
- 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
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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 $34Yakushima $50
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 $10Yakushima $21
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 Yakushima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yakushima are as follows:
- Private Guided Tour: $336
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.07Yakushima $6.61
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bali and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima 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 Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima 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 Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bali or Yakushima?
Yakushima 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 Yakushima in the Summer?
Both Yakushima 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 Yakushima in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 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)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yakushima in the Autumn?
Both Yakushima 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 Yakushima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Yakushima averages at about 22°C (71°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in October than Yakushima. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 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)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yakushima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Yakushima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Bali usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 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)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yakushima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bali as well as Yakushima. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is much warmer than Yakushima in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Bali usually gets less rain in April than Yakushima. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 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)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Bali
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 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.