Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Lombok?
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 Lombok or Akureyri?
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 Lombok and Akureyri. 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: Lombok or Akureyri?
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $59Akureyri $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $59, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $191. 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 Lombok and Akureyri in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $28Akureyri $103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $56Akureyri $206
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Akureyri
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Akureyri? 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: Lombok Hotel Prices and Akureyri Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Akureyri $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Senggigi/senggigi To Airport: $70
- Airport transfer from Lombok airport to Sembalun Rinjiani area: $60
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Serangan: $73
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $28
- Kuta Lombok Transfer: $12
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $50
- Private Airport Lombok Transfers to or from Gili Islands: $32
- One way Private Airport Transfer To Mataram & Senggigi Area: $40
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $17
- Private Transfer from Airport to or from Gili Asahan/ Gili Gede: $51
- Private Transfer from Batu Bolong to Lombok Airport (LOP): $67
- Private Transfer from Bintaro to Lombok Airport (LOP): $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $126
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Akureyri?
Prices for flights to both Akureyri and Lombok 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 dayLombok $20Akureyri $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Lombok Cooking Class : $25
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $65
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $9.90Akureyri $18
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Tour-Car Hire With Full day Customize Trip: $33
- Lombok Customize Tour with Private Driver: $35
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $36
- Half-Day Mataram City Tour: $45
- Lombok Private Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok White Water Rafting and Pura Lingsar Private Full Day Tour: $48
- Gili Nanggu Snorkeling Tour to a Tropical Paradise: $49
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Lombok City Tour combination With Temple Tour : $49
- Benang Stokel, Benang Kelambu, Culture, & Beach Tour: $49
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Akureyri Cruise Port: Mývatn Lakes, Waterfalls & Nature Trip: $282
- Akureyri Guided E-Bike Tour: $167
- Akureyri Port: Dettifoss, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn Tour: $229
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanical Garden Tour: $170
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour: $203
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $82
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch: $329
- Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $247
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $143
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $135
- 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour by Ship: $108
- E-Bike Tour with Forest Lagoon Entry: $217
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $7.84Akureyri $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Akureyri, we can see that Akureyri is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lombok is in Asia and Akureyri 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 Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Akureyri would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Akureyri than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombok Expensive? and Is Akureyri Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Akureyri?
Akureyri has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lombok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Lombok or Akureyri in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Akureyri. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Lombok is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 26°C (79°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Lombok usually gets less rain in July than Akureyri. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, May to September in Lombok is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Akureyri 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Akureyri in the Autumn?
Both Akureyri and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
The weather in Akureyri can be very cold. Lombok is much warmer than Akureyri in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Akureyri fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
It's quite rainy in Lombok. In October, Lombok usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Lombok is November to April.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Akureyri 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Akureyri in the Winter?
Both Akureyri and Lombok during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Akureyri in the winter. In the winter, Lombok is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lombok in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Akureyri averages at about -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Lombok often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Lombok gets 188 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 7 hours of full sun.
Lombok usually gets more rain in January than Akureyri. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Akureyri -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Akureyri in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Akureyri. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Akureyri. In April, Lombok is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In April, Lombok usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring. May to September in Lombok is the dry season. Also, November to April is the rainy season in Lombok.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Akureyri 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Akureyri and Lombok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 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.