Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Hyderabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hyderabad or Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Mumbai can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Mumbai?
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $50Mumbai $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $50, 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 Hyderabad and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $21Mumbai $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $42Mumbai $68
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $13Mumbai $7.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $78
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $62
- Private Transfer from Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport: $62
- US$ 40 Safe Transfer Airport To City Hotels In A Private Car Upto 3pax: $43
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport(HYD) to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Mumbai/Goa/Kochi/Bangalore - Private One-Way Transfer: $24
- Hyderabad Airport Transfer: $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Premium Mumbai guided tour with transfer: $478
- Private Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Mumbai Airport(BOM)to Mumbai Downtown-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Mumbai full day private city tour with guide and transfer: $117
- Private Dharavi Slum Tour Including Car Transfer: $114
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $93
- Local Street Food Private Walking Tour with Transfer: $90
- Global Vipassana Pagoda : Half Day Tour with Transfer: $84
- Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Hyderabad 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 dayHyderabad $18Mumbai $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Virtual Authentic Indian Tea and Paratha Cooking Class: $14
- Hidden Gems and Street Food Tour: $15
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with food tour: $17
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Old Bombay Bazaar and Food Tour with local Guide: $22
- Old Bombay Bazaar and Food Tour with local Guide: $23
- Mumbai Food Tour: $25
- Guided Food Tour Through the Vibrant Markets of Old Bombay: $26
- Street Food Tour - Eat like a Local with sunset view: $29
- Street Food Tour: $32
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $16Mumbai $2.66
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- Hyderabad city tour with guide & lunch in private car for a heritage experience: $133
- 2 Days - Taj Mahal Tour From Hyderabad: $586
- 3-hour Hyderabad Old City Heritage Walking Tour: $40
- 4 hours Tour of Golkonda Fort and Qutb Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad: $60
- 9-hour full day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch: $115
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $84
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour): $80
- Day Tour on Textile Art to Creative Bee Dye Farm, Hyderabad: $80
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $151
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Tour by Car from Hyderabad: $139
- Day Trip to Sanghi Temple & Ramoji Film City (Private Experience by Car): $74
- Day Trip to Sanghi Temple & Ramoji Film City (Private Tour): $139
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $109
- Mumbai City Tour : $100
- Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums: $82
- "Best of Mumbai (Guided Full Day Sightseeing City Tour)": $127
- "Highlights of Mumbai Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour: $73
- "Religions of Mumbai (Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour): $80
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $25
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour : $39
- 3 Hours of Pottery Making Experience in a Studio in Mumbai: $70
- 7-Hour Mumbai Sightseeing + Dharavi Slum Tour + Local Train Ride: $71
- Agra Taj Tour from Mumbai: $220
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Mumbai $3.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $38
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- Mumbai Private Bar Crawl with City Night Tour: $124
- Nashik: Private Full-Day Wine Tour with Tastings From Mumbai: $128
- Wine Tasting Tour Sula Vineyards Nashik - (Day excursion from Mumbai): $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Mumbai, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Hyderabad. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.