Side-by-side city decision # Lisbon vs Gili Air. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link LisbonPortugal2 VS Gili AirIndonesia3 $1,850Lisbon monthly budget $850Gili Air monthly budget 200 MbpsLisbon internet 18 MbpsGili Air internet Decision summary Gili Air Gili Air leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Gili Air Speed Fastest internet Lisbon Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Gili Air Air Cleanest air Gili Air Walk Most walkable Lisbon Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal 2/6 Budget$1,850 Internet200 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Gili Air](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/gili-air.md) Indonesia 3/6 Budget$850 Internet18 Mbps Vibe8/10 Full comparison ## Compare what matters Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals Total estimated budget $1,850 $850 1-bed center rent $1,200 $400 Coworking desk $220 $150 Local meal $12 $5 Cappuccino $2.5 $2.5 Gym membership $40 $30 Transport budget $50 $50 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 200 Mbps 18 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 75/100 80/100 Air quality 60/100 90/100 Walkability 9/10 8/10 Female safety 7/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 5/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Poor English proficiency Good Average Climate type Mediterranean Tropical monsoon Best time to visit Mar - May Apr - Oct Beyond the numbers ## What each city asks you to trade Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture. [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal → ### Strengths * Excellent walkability and public transport * Vibrant digital nomad and expat community * Mild climate with plenty of sunshine * Rich cultural scene and historic neighborhoods * High-quality coworking spaces and cafes * Relatively safe with good healthcare ### Trade-offs * Rising rents, especially in central areas * Salaries are low compared to cost of living * Tourist crowds in popular districts * Bureaucracy can be slow and complicated * Noise levels in nightlife-heavy zones * Bumpy cobblestone streets hurt walking comfort ### Common visa routes * D7 Passive Income Visa * Digital Nomad Visa (D8) * Student Visa [Gili Air](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/gili-air.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Crystal clear waters and pristine beaches * Incredibly friendly local community * Affordable bungalows and food * Excellent snorkeling right off the shore * Growing digital nomad scene with meetups * No cars or motorbikes – only bicycles and horse carts ### Trade-offs * Very limited coworking spaces (mostly café desking) * Internet can be slow and unreliable during peak tourist season * Frequent short power cuts, especially in rainy season * No ATM on the island – cash is king * Limited healthcare – serious issues require trip to Lombok or Bali * Party noise from beach bars can disturb sleep in central areas ### Common visa routes * Visa on Arrival (30 days) * B211A Social/Cultural Visa (60 days) * Social Visa Extension (up to 6 months) Reading the result ## Use this as a planning benchmark The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices. Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices. Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity. Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.