In a nutshell
- Bali can be done on a shoestring or with serious splurging — we’ll show you exactly what to expect for every Bali itinerary.
- The biggest budget factor is your accommodation in Bali — everything from affordable guesthouses to high-end villas is on the table.
- Flights to Bali typically start at 800–900 euros. Once you’re there, a daily budget of around 30 euros is totally doable — though you can easily spend more.
- In Bali you pay with Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). One euro is roughly equivalent to 18,000 IDR.
- We visited Bali ourselves in 2024 — so these are real numbers, not guesswork.
How much does a trip to Bali cost?
- Flights: from 800–900 euros
- Visa: 30 euros for 30 days
- Tourism fee: 9 euros
- Accommodation: depends on your preferences; nice mid-range hotels start at around 40–60 euros
- Getting around: scooter for 4–6 euros per day, a half-hour taxi ride for 6 euros, private drivers for 60 euros per day
- Food: around 3–7 euros
- Activities: temples, Bali’s rice terraces and waterfalls in Bali around 1 euro, tours mostly between 20 and 30 euros
- Internet: around 14 euros for 18 GB
Flight prices to Bali
Flights are the biggest expense when it comes to planning your Bali trip. They start at around 800–900 euros. There are currently no direct flights available.
If you’re really flexible with your travel dates for Bali, you can sometimes find flights from as low as 600 euros. Deals like that are fairly rare, though, and you’ll usually have to count on two layovers instead of one.
During peak season (June through August), prices are usually even higher — more like 900 to 1,100 euros.
Book as early as possible. You’ll get significantly better deals that way than if you wait until the last minute. Use Skyscanner to compare your options quickly.
How much does the Bali visa cost?
To enter Indonesia, you’ll need a visa. You can apply for the visa online or purchase it at the airport.
It costs 30 euros and is valid for 30 days. You can also extend it once by 30 days, which will cost you another 30 euros.
Note: Since February 2024, there’s also a one-time tourism fee for Bali of 9 euros.
Where you can apply for and pay for all of this, we explain here:
Accommodation costs in Bali
Where you stay in Bali has the biggest impact on your overall budget — the price range here is wider than anywhere else.
You can get a double room at a decent place for as little as 20 euros. From around 40–60 euros, you’ll find solid mid-range hotels.
If you want a bit more luxury or you’re eyeing a place right on one of Bali’s beaches, expect to pay a bit more — usually between 100 and 200 euros for a double room.
Our tip: Book as early as possible. Good places fill up fast, and early bookers always get the best rates.
Our top hotel recommendations for Bali are here:
How much does getting around Bali cost?
To reach the most beautiful sights in Bali, you’ve got several options:
- Taxis — best booked through Grab or Gojek (ride-hailing apps): around 6 euros for a half-hour ride
- Renting a scooter in Bali: 4–6 euros per day + around 1 euro per liter of gas
- Private driver: around 60 euros per day
- Ferry to Nusa Penida: around 6 euros
Food and drink costs in Bali
Food in Bali is seriously affordable. At warungs (small Indonesian restaurants), you’ll usually pay between 2 and 4 euros per person for a meal.
If you also want to eat at a larger restaurant with Western food every now and then, budget around 5–8 euros per person.
For drinks, expect to pay around 50 cents for 1.5 liters of water at the supermarket. A coffee and a local beer each cost about 2 euros. Cocktails are a bit pricier — roughly 5–7 euros.
One more thing: the Balinese aren’t used to tipping. But you’re always welcome to leave something if you’d like.
You can pay by card for quite a few things in Bali. Many restaurants and hotels accept card payments. But you can’t avoid cash entirely — many warungs and ticket booths at waterfalls and similar spots don’t have card readers.
Just keep at least 100,000–200,000 IDR (roughly 5–10 euros) in cash on you at all times, and you’ll be fine.
Costs for activities and excursions
Most rice terraces, waterfalls, and temples are super cheap. There are a few activities and excursions that cost a bit more, though.
Here’s an overview of the most popular things to do in Bali and what they’ll set you back:
- Tour to Mount Batur: 30–70 euros (depending on the option)
- Temple entrance fees: approx. 1 euro
- Waterfall entrance fees: approx. 1 euro
- Rice terrace entrance fees: approx. 1–3 euros
- Monkey Forest near Ubud: approx. 4.50 euros
- Balinese cooking class: approx. 20–25 euros
- Surf lesson: approx. 20–30 euros for two hours
- Massage: approx. 6–10 euros per hour
Internet costs in Bali
Your best bet for staying connected is to get your own SIM card — that way you’ll have internet access everywhere you go.
One option is to grab a travel eSIM before you leave home. For 20 GB, you’ll pay around 40 euros.
Alternatively, you can buy a local SIM card right at the airport when you arrive. Staff will insert the card into your phone for you — super easy.
The two best-known providers in Bali are Telkomsel and XL Axiata. Telkomsel has the best network coverage, with XL Axiata right behind it. We used XL Axiata ourselves and were totally happy with it.
With both providers, you can get 18 GB for around 14 euros at the airport.
Frequently asked questions about Bali travel costs
How much money do you need for 2 weeks in Bali?
It really depends on the kind of trip you have in mind — there’s no one-size-fits-all answer here.
If you want to stay in mid-range hotels, enjoy a nicer meal every now and then, and do the occasional activity, you’re looking at around 1,800–1,900 euros per person for a two-week Bali vacation, including flights.
Traveling as a backpacker? You can get by just fine on around 1,400 euros.
If you want to go all out on a luxury trip, you can easily spend 3,000 euros or more.
How much does a 3-week Bali vacation cost?
Bali can be done very cheaply or very lavishly — it’s really up to you.
For a three-week backpacking trip, expect total Bali travel costs of around 1,700 euros.
For nice mid-range hotels and a little more comfort, budget around 2,200 to 2,400 euros per person.
And of course, there’s no upper limit.
How much cash should you bring to Bali?
We took no cash at all with us to Bali and simply withdrew money on the spot. If you have a good travel credit card, this works perfectly.
During the day, always carry at least 100,000–200,000 IDR (roughly 5–10 euros) in cash so you can pay at places without a card reader.
Is food in Bali expensive?
Not at all — food in Bali is really affordable. At warungs you can fill up for as little as 2 to 4 euros.
At Western-style and upscale restaurants, prices are a bit higher. Budget closer to 5–8 euros per meal there.
Can you pay by card in Bali?
Yes, but not everywhere. At waterfalls, for example, there are no card readers.
That’s why we’d always recommend keeping some cash on you at all times.
How much should you tip in Bali?
Balinese people are not used to tipping. At warungs, they often react with genuine surprise when you do. That said, a tip is always gratefully accepted if you’d like to leave one.
At upscale restaurants, tipping is increasingly expected — though a service charge is often already included on the bill, so check before you add extra.
Is Bali more expensive than Thailand?
The two destinations are actually pretty comparable. Especially in the more touristy areas, costs have become very similar.
In more remote spots, Bali is still a little cheaper than Thailand — but the difference isn’t big enough to drive your choice between the two.
How do you get cash in Bali?
In cities and most villages across Bali, you’ll find ATMs where you can withdraw money without any trouble.
Just keep in mind that ATMs usually have a maximum limit of 1,000,000 IDR (about 60 euros) per transaction.
