
Island of the Gods — where rice terraces, ancient temples, and world-class surf meet at $15 a night
Flights to Bali start from $600 roundtrip, with March being the cheapest month to fly. Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) serves 35+ direct international routes from cities including Singapore (2h 40m) and Sydney (6h 30m). Book on Travorio and pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies, or split into 4 interest-free payments with Sezzle.
Avg. Roundtrip
$600–$1400
Cheapest Month
March
~$600 avg
Direct Flight
No nonstop from US
35+ routes
Airport
DPS
13 km from center
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Monthly price guide — cheapest in March (~$600 avg roundtrip)
Best time to book: 8-14 weeks before departure
| Month | Avg. Price | Demand | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $780 | medium | Wet season but short afternoon showers only. Lush green landscapes and fewer crowds than dry season. |
| February | $720 | medium | Still rainy season. Rice terraces at their greenest. Surfing waves pick up on the west coast. |
| MarchCHEAPEST | $600 | low | Cheapest month. End of wet season, transitional weather. Nyepi (Day of Silence) is a unique cultural experience — entire island shuts down. |
| April | $680 | medium |
1 direct route and 5 connecting options
1 airline offers direct flights to Bali, with Singapore Airlines providing the most frequent service from Los Angeles (via Singapore).
| Airline | From | Direct? | Duration | Price Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Los Angeles (via Singapore) | 1 stop | 22h | $700-$1,500 | Daily |
| Cathay Pacific | New York (via Hong Kong) | 1 stop | 21h | $680-$1,400 | Daily |
Compare prices and flight times from major departure cities
Singapore
SIN · Singapore
Sydney
SYD · Australia
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) — 13 km from city center
DPS · 13 km from center · Primary
Grab/Gojek (IDR 80,000/$5), airport taxi (IDR 150,000/$10), hotel shuttle (often free)
Best value option. Gojek is the local favorite. App-based, metered, air-conditioned. Available 24/7.
Island of the Gods — where rice terraces, ancient temples, and world-class surf meet at $15 a night
Bali delivers a rare combination: genuine cultural depth, jaw-dropping natural beauty, and some of the lowest prices in global travel. You can watch a 1,000-year-old Kecak fire dance at a clifftop temple, surf empty barrels at dawn, eat a full organic meal for $4, and retreat to a private villa with an infinity pool — all in the same day. The Indonesian rupiah makes luxury accessible to every budget.
Tegallalang Rice Terraces — the iconic cascading paddies north of Ubud, UNESCO-recognized subak irrigation dating to 9th century
Tanah Lot Temple — a sea temple perched on a rocky outcrop, Bali's most photographed landmark at sunset
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Learn about crypto paymentsMarch is typically the cheapest month with average roundtrip fares around $600 from the US (one-stop). November is also good value at $650. Avoid July-August (peak season, $1,100-1,200 avg) and Christmas week when fares spike 60-80% above off-peak.
There are no nonstop flights from the US to Bali. One-stop flights via Singapore (Singapore Airlines), Hong Kong (Cathay Pacific), Seoul (Korean Air), or Tokyo (ANA) take 20-26 hours total. From Los Angeles, the Singapore route is typically fastest at 20-22 hours. From New York, expect 22-26 hours.
Singapore Airlines via Singapore is the gold standard — a 2-3 hour layover in Changi Airport (voted world's best) and premium service throughout. Korean Air via Seoul offers great value ($650-1,200). Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong is excellent for East Coast departures. All three have award-winning lounges for layovers.
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April through October (dry season) offers the best weather with minimal rain and warm temperatures (27-30°C). July-August is peak tourist season with the highest prices. For value, April-May and September-October give dry weather at shoulder prices. March is cheapest but still rainy.
Often yes. Singapore to Bali is a 2h 40m flight costing $80-180 on Scoot (budget) or $150-300 on Singapore Airlines. If you find cheap US-Singapore fares, combining tickets can save $100-300 vs a single through-ticket. Also lets you spend 1-2 days in Singapore.
| Dry season begins. Shoulder rates with improving weather. Excellent value window. |
| May | $720 | medium | Dry season settling in. Comfortable temperatures (27-30°C). Good surf on Bukit Peninsula. |
| June | $900 | high | Peak season starts. European and Australian school holidays drive demand. Book early. |
| July | $1100 | peak | High season in full swing. Bali Arts Festival runs all month. Ubud and Seminyak at capacity. |
| August | $1200 | peak | Most expensive month. Perfect weather, driest conditions, and global holiday demand converge. |
| September | $850 | high | Still dry season. Crowds thin slightly. One of the best value-to-weather months. |
| October | $700 | medium | Transition to wet season. Occasional showers begin. Prices dropping. Great for budget-conscious surfers. |
| November | $650 | low | Wet season returns. Afternoon rain showers become regular. Uluwatu temple ceremonies are spectacular in the rain. |
| December | $1050 | peak | Christmas and New Year surge. Prices spike Dec 20-Jan 5. Seminyak beach clubs and Ubud retreats book out months ahead. |
January
$780
medium demand
February
$720
medium demand
March
$600
low demand
April
$680
medium demand
May
$720
medium demand
June
$900
high demand
July
$1100
peak demand
August
$1200
peak demand
September
$850
high demand
October
$700
medium demand
November
$650
low demand
December
$1050
peak demand
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Los Angeles (via Tokyo) | 1 stop | 23h | $720-$1,350 | Daily |
| Emirates | New York (via Dubai) | 1 stop | 24h | $750-$1,600 | Daily |
| Korean Air | Los Angeles (via Seoul) | 1 stop | 21h | $650-$1,200 | Daily |
| Garuda Indonesia | Singapore | Direct | 6h 30m | $200-$450 | Daily |
Tokyo
NRT · Japan
Hong Kong
HKG · Hong Kong
Kuala Lumpur
KUL · Malaysia
Seoul
ICN · South Korea
Los Angeles
LAX · US
London
LHR · UK
Prepaid counter inside arrivals. Fixed rates by zone. More expensive than Grab but no wait.
Most mid-range and luxury hotels offer free airport pickup. Confirm when booking.
Book via hotel or Klook. Same driver can be hired for full-day touring ($40-60/day).
Local tip: Skip the aggressive taxi touts in arrivals — walk 50 meters outside to the Grab/Gojek pickup zone. For stays longer than 3 days, hire a private driver ($40-60/day) rather than individual rides. They know every shortcut around Bali's infamous traffic.
Uluwatu Kecak Fire Dance — 70+ performers chanting in unison at a cliffside amphitheater overlooking the Indian Ocean
Sacred Monkey Forest Ubud — 700+ long-tailed macaques roaming through a mossy ancient temple complex
Mount Batur Sunrise Trek — a 2-hour pre-dawn hike to a volcanic crater rim for panoramic sunrise views at 1,717m
Climate
Tropical — hot and humid year-round (27-33°C/80-91°F). Dry season April-October, wet season November-March with afternoon showers.
Best Time to Visit
April-October for dry weather and surfing; March and November for budget deals with acceptable weather
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). ~IDR 15,700 = $1 USD. ATMs widely available. Many tourist businesses also accept USD. Always carry some rupiah for local markets.
Language
Balinese and Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia). English widely spoken in tourist areas. Basic Indonesian phrases appreciated — "terima kasih" (thank you) goes a long way.
Pay securely with PayPal or any major credit/debit card. Visa, Mastercard, Amex accepted. No extra fees.
Pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies. Also accepts PayPal and all major credit cards. Avoid Bali's inflated exchange rates by paying upfront in crypto.
Crypto in Bali: Indonesia has a growing crypto market with exchanges like Tokocrypto (Binance-backed) and Indodax regulated by Bappebti. Crypto is legal as a commodity but not as payment currency. Canggu's digital nomad community has made Bali a de facto crypto hub — many co-working spaces and villa landlords informally accept stablecoin payments.
Nyepi falls in March (Hindu New Year) and the entire island shuts down for 24 hours — no flights, no driving, no leaving your hotel, lights off. The airport closes completely. It's a unique experience but plan around it. The night before (Ogoh-Ogoh parades) is spectacular.
Time Zone
WITA (UTC+8) — same as Singapore, Hong Kong, and Perth
Visa
US, UK, EU, and Australian citizens receive a 30-day Visa on Arrival (VOA) for IDR 500,000 ($35). Extendable once for another 30 days at local immigration. E-VOA available online before departure at molina.imigrasi.go.id. Passport must be valid 6+ months.
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