Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
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 Uppsala. 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 Uppsala?
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.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Jakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJakarta $73Uppsala $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Jakarta is $73, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $182. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJakarta $32Uppsala $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJakarta $64Uppsala $204
Compare Hotels in Jakarta and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Jakarta or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jakarta $20Uppsala $22
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 Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Ujung Genteng Sukabumi: $245
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Ujung Genteng Sukabumi: $231
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukarasa Kuningan Regency: $196
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Garut Regency: $184
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukaresmi Bandung: $176
- Private Airport Transfer Jakarta VIP Sedan : $153
- Jakarta Airport CGK to Bandung or Lembang Round Trip Transfer: $144
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukatani Purwakarta Regency: $128
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Bandung: $120
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Pasteur Bandung: $120
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Cianjur Regency: $120
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Bandung Airport (BDO): $115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Jakarta or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $28Uppsala $63
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:
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $55
- Jakarta Private Cooking Class and Experience Tour: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jakarta $12Uppsala $21
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- 1 Day Jakarta Historical Tour : $75
- 1 Day Motorcycle Adventure Tour West Java: $223
- 1 Day Motorcycle Tour To Citorek Banten West Of Java: $199
- 4 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Most Tourist Attractions): $55
- 7 Hours Indonesia Cultural & Heritage Park Tour: $110
- Bogor City Full-Day Private Tour from Jakarta with Pick Up: $160
- Bogor City Tour Nature waterfall with Local Food ( Start From Jakarta ): $130
- City Tour Jakarta with Private Guide: $80
- City Tour with Guide and lunch: Get to know Jakarta more closely: $83
- Experience Jakarta Street Food Scene with MRT Transportation: $55
- Explore Gunung Padang Sacred Archaeological Site Tour: $179
- Full Day Cultural Bogor Adventure in Waterfall and Rice field: $90
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $213
- Adventure parc: $54
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $281
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Uppsala Private Guided Walking Tour: $280
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJakarta $4.06Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jakarta and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Jakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jakarta is in Asia and Uppsala 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 Jakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jakarta 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Jakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jakarta Expensive? and Is Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jakarta or Uppsala?
Jakarta has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Jakarta and Uppsala, 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.