Let’s face it. We love Bali; its tropical weather, its delicious food, its friendly people and of course, its incredibly affordable prices when you’re able to score some Bali travel deals.
So, if you’re looking for the best bargains on flights, hotels, holiday packages and more on the much-loved Indonesian isle, you’re in the right place.
Here’s how you can get the absolute best bargain on your next trip to Ubud, Kuta, Nusa Dua and more destinations in Bali.
Are you looking for a Bali deal or tips on getting the best price?
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$528 return flights to Bali
- What’s the deal? Fly to Bali from cities across Australia from as low as $512 return. Sample price is for departures from Sydney in May 2025.
- Book by: When sold out.
$200 off Bali tours with Topdeck
- What’s the deal? Join an 8-day tour of Bali (plus the Gili Islands) at 15% off the regular price. Tour includes Canggu, Ubud, Gili Trawangan and Manggis.
- Book by: Ongoing
Up to 15% off activities and Bali
- What’s the deal? Book dozens of activities at a discount including private driver tours, snorkelling, cooking classes, temples, Kecak dances and much more.
- Book by: Ongoing
$899: 3-night luxury villa stay with private pool
- What’s the deal? Save 52% on a private villa stay at the Sanctoo Suites & Villas in Ubud. You’ll get a buffer breakfast and lunch or dinner daily, too.
- Book by: Ongoing deal
Our tips to finding the best Bali travel deals
Know the cheapest time to travel to Bali
You’ll likely find the cheapest bargains to Bali during the wet season from November to March, when sun seekers are less inclined to head to Bali for beach and pool weather. With less demand, prices drop, so you’ll get the best bargains during this time.
While November to March are the rainiest months in Bali, October and March themselves are the driest of the six months of the wet season. Travelling during either of those months (with the exception of years where Easter falls in March), will get you the best bang for your buck with less rain and cheaper prices.
It’s also best to avoid travelling from mid-December to mid-January. Although they’re also in the wet season, it’s also a peak time to travel with the Christmas and New Year’s break closing many businesses and schools.
Keep a calendar of sales for the best time to book a Bali travel deal
Keep an eye out for both big annual sales and travel companies’ regular sales for Bali bargains.
Airlines and hotel booking sites also offer regular sales with Bali deals. Some of our favourites include:
- Jetstar’s Friday Fare Frenzy: Every Friday from 12-8pm, but occasionally extended.
- Virgin Australia’s Thursday Happy Hour: Every Thursday from 4-11pm, but occasionally extended
The year’s biggest sale days for travel deals are great times to score a deal on flights, hotels and discounted tours and attractions in Bali:
- End of financial year: Mid- to late-June.
- Black Friday: Fourth Friday in November (Next one: 29 November, 2024)
- Boxing Day: 26 December, every year
Book your Bali flight as early as possible to get the lowest price
Wondering how far in advance should I book a trip to Bali to get the best price?
Generally, the earlier the better. And if you see a good deal to Bali during a Black Friday, Boxing Day, Friday Fare Frenzy or Happy Hour sale that’s valid for travel when you want to go, snatch it up.
We know this through our own experience and research, but flight aggregator Skyscanner agrees:
In general, flight prices tend to increase the closer you get to your departure date. On routes between major cities, this is often to cater to last-minute business travellers who need to travel on short notice and are willing to pay a premium to do so.
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Luckily, Bali isn’t a huge business travel destination for Australians, so if you are booking a last-minute trip, you shouldn’t have to pay an arm and a leg.
Learn what’s considered to be a good price for a Bali flight or hotel
While it’s different for everyone and varies depending on whether you’re happy to fly on a budget airline, what level of accommodation you’re looking for, where it’s located and where you’re coming from. But this rough guide should point you in the right direction for your Bali holiday
Cost of flights to Bali (Denpasar):
- Perth: $200-$300
- Adelaide: $250-$350
- Melbourne: $300-$400
- Sydney: $300-$400
- Brisbane: $300-$400
For example, here’s the average price of different airlines that fly to Bali from Sydney based on data from Kayak.
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Cost of hotels in Bali:
- 3-star: $25-$50 per night
- 4-star: $50-$75 per night
- 5-star: $75+ per night (or $100+ per night for brand name hotels)
Stay in the most affordable areas in Bali to save on accommodation
Kuta is by far the cheapest place to stay in Bali. It’s also the tourist centre of the island, with a super high concentration of hotels. There’s plenty of dining and nightlife options too.
But while it’s the cheapest, it may not be the best for what you’re looking for. It has a beach, but it isn’t the clear-blue waters you’ll get in destinations like Nusa Dua or Sanur.
If you’re after lush jungle, rice paddy fields and temples, Ubud is your go-to spot. While it isn’t quite as cheap as Kuta, it does still have plenty of budget-friendly places to stay.
On our last visit to Ubud, we stayed at a lovely, small hotel called Nick’s Hidden Cottages here for about $50 per night, including breakfast, that rivalled $100+ rooms we’ve stayed at elsewhere in the world.
Know where to shop for the best Bali packages including flights from Australia
Sometimes you just want a holiday that’s easy. And booking a flight-inclusive package means you don’t have to worry about matching up the perfect hotel to a flight. Often, they’ll even include transfers between the airport and your hotel in Bali.
Here’s a few companies we always check when we’re looking for a great deal on a package holiday:
- Luxury Escapes: For luxury on a budget, this upscale deals site has some lush holidays for low prices. For example, you can book hotel stays with flights for up to 70% off the regular price — or even more. Expect to see big-name brands like InterContinental, Hilton and the W along with chic boutique properties.
- Groupon (yes, Groupon!): Known for it’s local deals, Groupon also offers heavily discount holidays. While there often isn’t a huge selection of hotels to choose from, if you’re looking for a cheap-and-cheerful getaway, you can usually find one for well under $750 per person.
- Travel Online: With a huge selection of accommodation options, from budget to bougie, available, Travel Online has a holiday package with flights suited for just about any traveller. They’re often discounted, too, with deals up to 40% off frequently found on its Bali page.
- MyBali: What we love about a MyBali package is that it packs in a ton of bonus offerings that make your trip a proper holiday. Expect airport transfers, breakfasts, resort credits and even day trips and massages to be thrown into your already-well-priced escape.
- Flight Centre: Probably the storefront you think of when you picture a travel agency, Flight Centre is pretty legendary in the travel space. Not only does it have in-store experts to help you find a bargain, but there are plenty of offers available on its website, too.
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