Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Mumbai, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Ephesus or Mumbai?
Ephesus
The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).
Mumbai
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $109Mumbai $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $109, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is $76. 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 Ephesus and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $45Mumbai $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $90Mumbai $60
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Mumbai? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Ephesus Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $33Mumbai $6.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer In Ephesus: $205
- Transfer from/to Izmir Airport ADB to/from Didim Area: $194
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $177
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $171
- Private VIP Transfer For/To ADB Airport: $160
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $154
- Milas Bodrum Airport (BJV) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $140
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
- One way Private Airport Transfer to Kusadasi Izmir Airport: $125
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 3Day City Tour with Hotel & Airport Transfer: $377
- Private Shore Excursion with Guide & Transfers: $215
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $214
- Private Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $214
- From Sondai Fort Guided Trek with Meals & Transfers: $179
- From Prabalgad Fort Trek with Meals and Transfers: $165
- Mumbai to Alibaug Private Speed Boat Transfer: $145
- Full-Day Private City Tour with Guide and Transfer: $120
- Private Bollywood Tour with Dance Show & Transfers: $104
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $102
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $92
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Ephesus change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayEphesus $38Mumbai $38
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.10
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Dessert$0.11
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.38
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Snacks$0.16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Aegean Home Cooking with a Local Family in Kuşadası: $67
- Aegean Home Cooking Class in Kusadası: $67
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus, Selcuk City Stroll, and Street Food Tour: $108
- Ephesus and Selcuk City Food Tour Street Eats and History: $113
- Kusadasi Selcuk Ephesus Gourmet and Street Food Tour: $228
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $290
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Evening City & Street Food Tour with AC Car: $11
- Private Bollywood Studio Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $11
- Best Steet Food Tour & Marekt with Train Ride Tour: $14
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $14
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $14
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai with a Local Family: $16
- Private Street Food Tour with Mumbai Sightseeing Tour including AC vehicles: $19
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $20
- Indian Cooking Class & Cultural Delights: $23
- Private Dharavi Walking Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $38Mumbai $2.34
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- "Double UNESCO Wonders: Private Pamukkale & Aphrodisias Tour": $251
- 2 Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk: $160
- 2 Days Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour: $200
- 2 Days Ephesus and Istanbul Tour from Kusadasi and Istanbul Ports: $285
- 2 Hour Turkish Bath Experience in Kusadasi: $27
- 2-Hour Kusadasi Safari Buggy Experience: $41
- 3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only: $27
- 3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only: $25
- ALL COVERED AND INCLUSIVE: EPHESUS & ARTEMIS TOUR for cuisers: $130
- ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Tour for Cruisers including ENTRY TICKETS: $55
- ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH: $159
- ALL INCLUSIVE Private Guided Tour For Your Family Lunch & Entrances are INCLUDED: $169
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- " Dash Of Mumbai " Sightseeing & Experiences-by Goi Licensed Guide Ragini Doshi: $286
- "Mumbai - Dharavi Slum Tour": $8.61
- "Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $43
- 2 Days Delhi, Agra Tour from Mumbai by Flight: $299
- 2 Days Mumbai Tour with Car and Hotel: $285
- 2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both side Commercial Flights: $270
- 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both Side Commercial Flights: $254
- 2Days Mumbai Sightseeing Tours with Dharavi, Elephanta Caves: $62
- 3 Days Chatrapati Shambaji Nagar Tour from Mumbai in Pvt Vehicle: $290
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Jyotirlinga Temple Tour – From Mumbai, Pune and Aurangabad: $156
- 3-Day Mumbai to Goa Road Trip: Village Stay & Sightseeing: $499
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $9.67Mumbai $3.25
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
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Beer$0.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Ephesus Guided Tour Fast Track Entry and Wine Tasting: $12
- Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tour from Kusadasi Port for Cruisers: $23
- Ephesus Shore Excursion & Wine Tasting + Lunch - Opt Turkish Bath: $35
- PRIVATE & GROUP: EPHESUS TOUR with Wine Tasting (SKIP-THE-LINE): $39
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $41
- Guided Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting in Sirince Village: $44
- Sirince Village and Wine Tour with Artemis Temple: $56
- LGBTQ+ Friendly Ephesus Shore Excursion & Local Wine Tasting: $69
- Kusadasi Shore Excursions Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tours: $70
- For Cruisers Ephesus Ruins and Sirince Village Wine Tasting Tour: $99
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting in Sirince Village: $101
- Ephesus & Şirince Village with Lunch& Wine Tasting (Fixed Price): $115
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- Sula Vineyards Wine Tasting Day Trip from Mumbai by Train or Car: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Mumbai, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Mumbai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe 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 Mumbai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mumbai 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Mumbai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 200 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus 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.
When is the best time to visit Ephesus or Mumbai?
Ephesus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Mumbai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ephesus or Mumbai in the Summer?
Both Mumbai and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Ephesus because of the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Mumbai during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 73 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Mumbai. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Mumbai 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mumbai in the Autumn?
Both Mumbai and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene are the main draw to Ephesus this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round.
Ephesus is much colder than Mumbai in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mumbai. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 240 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Mumbai. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mumbai in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Mumbai. Many travelers come to Ephesus for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Ephesus is much colder than Mumbai. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Mumbai averages at about 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Mumbai during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 270 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Mumbai. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Mumbai 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mumbai in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Mumbai. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year.
In April, Ephesus is generally much colder than Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Mumbai. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 284 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets more rain in April than Mumbai. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Mumbai and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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