Which place is cheaper, David or Jakarta?
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 Jakarta or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Jakarta and David. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Jakarta or David?
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Jakarta Prices
Indonesia PricesDavid Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJakarta $73David $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Jakarta is $73, while the average daily cost in David is $39. 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 Jakarta and David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJakarta $32David $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJakarta $64David $24
Compare Hotels in Jakarta and David
Looking for a hotel in Jakarta or David? 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: Jakarta Hotel Prices and David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jakarta $20David $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$1.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Soekarno Hatta (CGK) Airport to Jakarta City: $11
- Private Transfer Airport Soekarno Hatta (CGK) to All City Destination: $13
- Airport Jakarta Soekarno - Hatta ( Private Transfer ): $18
- Airport Private Transfer Jakarta, Best Price: $19
- All-inclusive Private Jakarta Airport Transfer : $20
- Private Transfer from Soekarno Hatta Airport to Jakarta Hotels: $22
- Private Car : Airport Transfer Jakarta Minibus 20 Pax : $27
- Airport Transfer Jakarta - Bogor: $27
- Jakarta Private Airport Transfer: $27
- Jakarta Airport Transfer for Small/Big Group: $28
- Airport Transfer Jakarta ( Private Car ): $30
- Airport Transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Jakarta or David?
Prices for flights to both David and Jakarta 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 dayJakarta $28David $17
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.62
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Dinner$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $55
- Kota Tua Food Tour: $64
- Melawai Night Street Food Tour: $67
- Halfday Batavia by Night with dinner at Cafe Batavia & souvenir: $120
- Jakarta Private Cooking Class and Experience Tour: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jakarta $12David $4.37
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- Jakarta City Center: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Watercolor & Wellness : A Healing Art Therapy Experience: $29
- Jakarta Culture and History Walking Tour: $33
- Jakarta Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide : $37
- Jakarta Walking Tour with Public Transportation Visiting Sites: $45
- Jakarta Half Day Visit The Monument with Highlight City Tour: $45
- Jakarta Half Day Shared Guided Tour Visit Monument and Old Town: $49
- Pasar Baru Foodie Tour: $49
- Experience Jakarta Street Food Scene with MRT Transportation: $50
- Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour: $50
- Half Day Jakarta Private Tour in two highlight place: $50
- 4 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Most Tourist Attractions): $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJakarta $4.06David -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jakarta and David, we can see that Jakarta is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jakarta is in Asia and David is in Central America, 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 Jakarta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jakarta than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jakarta Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jakarta or David?
Jakarta has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of David. When comparing the sizes of Jakarta and David, 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.
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.