Real-data comparison · updated 18/07/2026
Bali (Denpasar) or Phuket?
The same dilemma every year. Here are the two, side by side, on the only measurable criteria: actually recorded weather, up-to-date hotel budget, indicative flight — then an honest verdict.
| Bali (Denpasar)Indonesia | PhuketThailand | |
|---|---|---|
| Best time | from April to October | from December to March |
| Average temperatures (24 h) | 25° to 27° | 26° to 28° |
| Rainy season | Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Indicative round-trip flight | ~€706 | ~€706 |
| Budget hotel | from €35/night | from €45/night |
| Indicative weekly budget | ~€951 | ~€1021 |
| Vibe | — | — |
| Learn more | Bali (Denpasar) guide → | Phuket guide → |
So, Bali (Denpasar) or Phuket?
Choose Bali (Denpasar) for…
- the budget: ~€951 a week vs ~€1021
- less rainy season
Choose Phuket for…
- its best time to go: from December to March
Flight + hotel, for your dates
Decide with real prices
Estimate both for your dates — the real flight + hotel price often settles it better than any comparison.
Other dilemmas: Bangkok or Phuket
Flight: indicative round trip per traveller; hotel: low-season range per night per room — estimates updated on 18/07/2026, the actual price shows up for your dates in the tool.