Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Mumbai can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
Mumbai is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. It is still occasionally referred to as Bombay, but most people know it now as Mumbai. It's the commercial capital of the country and is a major port city. It's also famous for Bollywood, which is the movie capital of the country and famous for it's music filled Bollywood flicks that have become popular around the world. Mumbai is arguably the most cosmopolitan city in India and has some of the most liberal views of an otherwise conservative country. Many immigrants and expats live in Mumbai and it's easy to see the blend of cultures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is $69. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Cairo and Mumbai in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Mumbai, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Mumbai is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Mumbai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mumbai than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 64% larger than the population of Cairo. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Mumbai, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Both Mumbai and Cairo during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round.
Mumbai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Mumbai. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Mumbai. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 73 hours of full sun.
Cairo is around the same temperature as Mumbai in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Mumbai fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Mumbai. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Mumbai. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Mumbai during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 240 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Cairo is cooler than Mumbai. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Mumbai averages at about 29°C (84°F).
The winter brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Mumbai. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year.
Cairo usually gets more rain in January than Mumbai. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the winter, Cairo often gets less sunshine than Mumbai. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 270 hours of full sun.
In January, Cairo is generally much colder than Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Both Mumbai and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Mumbai. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mumbai during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 284 hours of full sun in the spring.
Cairo is cooler than Mumbai in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Cairo | Mumbai | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) |
Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |