Is Ubud good for remote work?
Choosing a base in Indonesia? Here is what the data says about Ubud. On our scorecard it earns 4.3/5 overall. Internet is rated 3.8/5 — generally dependable for video calls and large uploads. Safety comes in at 4.1/5, which in practice means the city is safe.
Compare it directly with Canggu, Jakarta, Astana, or browse every hub in Indonesia.
Cost of living in Ubud
A single remote worker should budget roughly $1,200 per month in Ubud. That places it in the pricier half of Asia — about 67% of the region's hubs cost less. As a working split: expect around $504 for a comfortable one-bedroom or studio, $288 on food and eating out, $108 for a coworking membership or café budget, $96 on local transport, and roughly $204 for everything else. Currency fluctuations move these numbers — check the live exchange rate on this page before you commit.
Internet, workspaces and getting set up
Connectivity in Ubud is generally dependable (rated 3.8/5). Fixed broadband in serviced apartments and coliving spaces is usually the safe bet; before signing a longer lease, run a speed test at the actual unit. For mobile data, an eSIM ordered before you land removes airport friction — see the connectivity options listed above on this page. Day to day, the city is rated 3.4/5 for walkability, so plan around transit or ride-hailing for longer hops.
Best time to visit Ubud
Climate scores 4.5/5 here. The most comfortable window is typically the drier months — locals often point to the period outside peak rainy season. Air quality averages very good (4.1/5). Daylight swings matter for remote schedules: sunrise is around 06:14 (solar time) in June and 05:45 in December.
Time zone and working with global teams
Ubud sits in the Asia/Makassar time zone (UTC+8). There is no daylight saving time, so the offset stays constant all year. In practical terms the city runs 7 hours ahead of London and 12 hours ahead of New York, which shapes your meeting windows with European and US teams. Check the live time in Ubud or plan calls with our Meeting Planner.
Money, language and staying legal
The main language is Indonesian, and the international dialing code is +62. Visa rules depend on your passport — the Indonesia guide covers the digital-nomad and remote-work options, and public holidays in Indonesia are worth checking before planning arrival dates. Useful planning tools: Meeting Planner · Jet Lag Calculator · Business Day Calculator · Working Hours Calculator · Age Calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Ubud in?
Ubud uses the Asia/Makassar time zone, which is UTC+8 in mid-year. See the live local time on our Ubud clock page.
Does Ubud observe daylight saving time?
No — the UTC offset stays the same all year round.
What is the time difference between Ubud and London?
Ubud is 7 hours ahead of London (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and New York?
Ubud is 12 hours ahead of New York (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Los Angeles?
Ubud is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Paris?
Ubud is 6 hours ahead of Paris (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Dubai?
Ubud is 4 hours ahead of Dubai (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Singapore?
Ubud is the same time as Singapore (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Tokyo?
Ubud is 1 hour behind Tokyo (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Ubud and Sydney?
Ubud is 2 hours behind Sydney (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What language is spoken in Ubud?
The primary language is Indonesian.
What is the dialing code for Ubud?
Dial +62 for Indonesia, then the local number.
How expensive is Ubud for a digital nomad?
Plan on roughly $1,200 per month for a single person, covering rent, food, coworking and transport.
Is Ubud cheap compared with other Asia cities?
It sits in the pricier half — about 67% of tracked Asia hubs cost less.
Is Ubud safe?
Safety is rated 4.1/5 on our scorecard — safe.
How fast is the internet in Ubud?
Connectivity is rated 3.8/5 — generally dependable.
Is Ubud good for remote work?
It scores 4.3/5 overall for remote work on TimeDateLive, based on cost, internet, safety and lifestyle data.
Is Ubud walkable?
Walkability is rated 3.4/5.
How is the nightlife in Ubud?
Nightlife and fun score 4/5.
How is the air quality in Ubud?
Air quality averages 4.1/5; the live AQI reading is on this page.
What is the best time of year to visit Ubud?
Generally the drier months — locals often point to the period outside peak rainy season.
What country is Ubud in?
Ubud is in Indonesia, Asia.
What time is sunrise in Ubud in June?
Around 06:14 local solar time in mid-June; the exact minute varies with daylight saving and longitude.
What time is sunrise in Ubud in December?
Around 05:45 local solar time in mid-December.
Does Ubud have a digital nomad visa?
Visa access depends on your passport — see the Indonesia visa guide for current options.
When are the public holidays in Indonesia?
The full list is on our Indonesia public holidays page.