San Francisco to Bali.
$705 flights
San Francisco-Bali flights run around $705 round-trip from SFO on direct or 1-stop routes. Mid-range stays + food cost $26-$57/day on the ground. Visa rules from US: see destination page for details. Best months: Apr-Oct.
Bali is one island of Indonesia, so the Indonesia VoA (₹2,800, 30 days) applies. Buy a Telkomsel SIM at DPS airport; most plans roam fine across Bali but not Lombok.
Why Bali for travellers from San Francisco.
- Flights from SFO: ~$705 round-trip on direct or 1-stop carriers.
- Entry from US: most NoMadYa destinations are visa-free or visa-on-arrival for US passports; check the destination page for current rules.
- On-the-ground cost: $26-$57/day mid-range covering hotel + food + transit.
- Best months: Apr-Oct.
- 01Ubud rice terraces
- 02Tanah Lot sunset
- 03Nusa Penida cliffs
- 04Uluwatu kecak dance
Ways in.
Round-trip estimates from SFO in USD. Live fares via Skyscanner.
How much does it cost?
| DURATION | BUDGET | MID-RANGE | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 days | $2,674 | $2,914 | $3,595 |
| 7 days | $2,834 | $3,170 | $4,123 |
| 10 days | $3,074 | $3,555 | $4,916 |
All-in: flights from SFO + visa + ground (hotel + food + transit). Mid-range covers 3-star city-center stays; premium = 4-star with private transfers.
Things worth doing.
Nusa Penida west circuit
Kelingking T-Rex cliff + Broken Beach + Angel's Billabong.
Mount Batur sunrise trek
2am start, 1717m summit, sunrise over Lake Batur.
Ubud rice terraces + coffee
Tegalalang + luwak plantation + Tirta Empul.
Komodo dragons 2-day liveaboard
Pink beach + Padar + dragons + manta point.
Yogyakarta Borobudur sunrise
World's largest Buddhist temple at dawn.
Gili Trawangan snorkel + turtles
Glass-bottom boat to 3 Gili islands, no traffic.
Prices from GetYourGuide; live availability + booking on click. Indicative INR.
Where to sleep.
Wonderloft Hostel
Central, Ubud
Bamboo + rice paddy view, yoga class included.
Adiwana Bisma
Bisma Road, Ubud
Floating breakfast pool villa, walking distance to Monkey Forest.
Mandapa Ritz-Carlton
Ayung Valley, Ubud
Riverside villas, private butler, 5-acre garden.
Indicative INR rates. Live pricing + availability on Booking.com via the partner link.
Common questions.
How much does a 7-day Bali trip from San Francisco cost in 2026?
Mid-range, around $705 all-in for 7 days from San Francisco. That's flights from SFO (~$705), visa-on-arrival 30 days (Indonesia VoA, extendable once) visa fee, and $26-$57/day on the ground covering hotel, food, transit. Budget travelers can do it for ₹89k; premium goes ₹1.3L+.
What's the best month to fly San Francisco to Bali?
Apr-Oct, that's peak season for Bali. Flights from SFO are typically $705 round-trip in those months. Off-peak (avoid monsoon / extreme heat) can dip 20-30% on flight prices but check destination-specific weather first.
Do I need a visa to visit Bali from San Francisco?
Entry rules from US vary, most Bali destinations are visa-free or visa-on-arrival for US passport holders. Check the destination page or your country's foreign-travel advisory for current rules.
How many days do I need to see Bali properly?
Ubud rice terraces, Tanah Lot sunset, Nusa Penida cliffs can be covered in 7 days at a comfortable pace from San Francisco. Less than 5 days feels rushed; more than 10 needs a side-trip or second country to stay interesting.
What's a unique tip for San Francisco travelers going to Bali?
Bali is one island of Indonesia, so the Indonesia VoA (₹2,800, 30 days) applies. Buy a Telkomsel SIM at DPS airport; most plans roam fine across Bali but not Lombok.
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