Guide · Updated March 2026
The Bali wedding guide for Singaporean couples
Bali is about two and a half hours from Changi, shares Singapore's time zone, and offers clifftops, beaches and jungle within a short drive. Here's what to know before you pick a date.
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Best time to get married
Getting guests to Bali
- What a Bali wedding costs
- What is a banjar fee?
- Planning for rain
Best time to get married in Bali
The dry season usually runs from May to October. The wet season runs from November to April, often with heavy but short afternoon showers.
OUR FAVOURITE
Dry shoulder
May–June, Sept–Oct · 3–9 rainy days
Great weather, fewer crowds, often better value.
PEAK DRY SEASON
Peak dry season
July–August · 3–5 rainy days
Best weather and highest demand. Book 12+ months ahead.
WET SEASON
Wet season
November–April · 10–27 rainy days
Lower prices and lush scenery. Always plan a covered back-up.
YEAR-END HOLIDAYS
Year-end holidays
Late December · 16–17 rainy days
Very popular despite the rain. Prices and flights peak.
Rainy days per month are long-term averages from Virgin Australia's Bali climate guide. Avoid Nyepi, Bali's Day of Silence (usually in March), when the airport closes for 24 hours.
What a Bali wedding costs
Costs depend mostly on guest count, venue type, area and season. The biggest costs are venue and catering, then styling, photography and entertainment.
Costs couples often miss
- Tax and service charge of about 21% on most venue prices
- Banjar fees for private villas and some beach venues
- Late-night music fees or village curfews
- Backup power, because power cuts happen
- Guest transport, especially to Uluwatu and Ubud
What is a banjar fee?
A banjar is a local Balinese village community. Events at private villas and some beach venues usually pay it a fee for permission, local security (pecalang), parking and the noise. Fees vary from village to village, and resorts usually include them. We confirm the exact fee before you book.
Planning for rain
Every wedding we plan has a covered back-up: a marquee, a covered terrace, or a quick switch indoors. We agree a rain call time with you in advance, so nobody is guessing on the day.
Getting your guests to Bali from Singapore
Flights
About two and a half hours from Changi, with many daily flights.
Time zone
The same as Singapore, so no jet lag.
Entry
Guests should check Indonesia's current requirements. Our guest pack has up-to-date guidance.
Stay and transfers
Hotel suggestions near your venue, room blocks and shuttles.