Cheap city break Bali
Bali is paradise for anyone who wants to escape: jungle temples in Ubud, surfing in Canggu, coral reefs at Nusa Penida and the most beautiful rice fields on earth. Flights from Schiphol from €650 return, 10 days from €1300 per per
✈️ Plan your trip to Bali →Updated on 14 August 2026
When is the best time to go?
April to October: dry season, 27-30 degrees. July and August are the most popular but more expensive. November to March is the rainy season, sometimes whole days of showers but much cheaper.
The best neighborhoods in Bali
- Ubud Central Bali, rice fields, yoga, temples.
- Canggu Surf mecca, hipster cafés.
- Seminyak Boutique beach, beautiful sunsets.
- Uluwatu Clifftop temples, surfing for experts.
- Nusa Penida Island 30 min away with snorkel spots.
Top 5 things to do in Bali
- Tegalalang Rice Terraces Iconic, €2 entry.
- Tanah Lot temple Temple on a rock in the sea, best at sunset, €4.
- Mount Batur sunrise 4-hour hike starting around 3:30, €40 incl guide.
- Nusa Penida day trip Quick snorkelling with manta rays, €40 incl boat.
- Warung lunch Local food stall, mie/nasi goreng €2.
Flights and transport from the Netherlands to Bali
There are no direct flights from the Netherlands to Bali (DPS, Ngurah Rai Airport). All routes require at least one stopover. The three best options from Schiphol are: KLM via Singapore (SIN) in around 15-16 hours total, Garuda Indonesia via Jakarta or Singapore in around 16-17 hours, and Singapore Airlines via Singapore in around 16 hours. Singapore Airlines offers a free Singapore stopover of 24 hours when transiting via SIN, worth considering for a longer holiday.
Alternative via Kuala Lumpur with AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines from around 580 euros return, but longer total travel time. Return flights from around 650 euros (low season) to 1,100 euros (December/July).
Book 3-4 months in advance for the lowest fares. On Bali: Grab or Gocar are cheapest for local rides (around 2-5 euros for short trips). Taxi from DPS airport to Ubud costs around 15 euros and takes 70 minutes; to Canggu around 12 euros and 30 minutes.
What costs a trip to Bali?
Hostels from €5, mid-range hotels €30 to 80, villas €70 per night. Food: warung meal €2, beach restaurant €10, fancy dinner €25. A cheap base for a round-the-world trip.
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Frequently asked questions about Bali
When is the best time to visit Bali?
April to October is the dry season, with 27-30 degrees Celsius. July and August are the most popular but also more expensive. November to March is the rainy season: short tropical showers, but significantly cheaper prices.
Which neighborhood is best to stay in Bali?
Ubud is ideal for a first Bali visit: rice fields, yoga, temples and the most vibrant arts scene. Canggu is the address for surfers and digital nomads. Seminyak has boutique beaches and the finest sunsets. Uluwatu offers cliff temples and waves for experienced surfers.
How do I get from the Netherlands to Bali?
From Schiphol you fly with KLM (via Singapore), Garuda Indonesia (via Jakarta or Singapore) or Singapore Airlines (via Singapore) to Denpasar (DPS). Total travel time 15 to 17 hours including the stopover. KLM flies daily with the most reliable connections; Singapore Airlines offers a free stopover in Singapore. Cheapest option is often via Kuala Lumpur with AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines, from around 580 euros return. Standard return from around 650 euros. Taxi or Grab from DPS airport to Ubud: around 15 euros and 70 minutes; to Canggu around 12 euros and 30 minutes.
What costs a trip to Bali?
Hostel from 15 euros per night. Budget hotel 30-55 euros per night. Mid-range hotel 55-100 euros per night. Private villa with pool (most popular choice for couples): 70-200 euros per night for a private villa for 2 people. Warung meal 1.50-3 euros, casual restaurant 5-12 euros, fine dining 25 euros. Bintang beer around 2 euros. Total daily costs: budget 30-50 euros, mid-range 60-100 euros per person.
What does a Bali package holiday from the Netherlands cost?
A complete Bali package holiday (flights, hotel, some excursions) from the Netherlands via TUI or Sunweb costs at least 1,500-2,200 euros per person for 10-14 nights in a 3-star hotel. Booking yourself is cheaper: flights around 650-900 euros return, hotel 30-100 euros per night, local food 10-25 euros per day, excursions 5-30 euros per day. A week in Bali booked independently realistically costs 1,100-1,600 euros per person. Via a package provider you pay 20-40% more, but get service and flight-hotel guarantees. Tip: book flights yourself with KLM or Singapore Airlines and the hotel separately for the best value.
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