Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Kaunas?
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 Kaunas or Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Mumbai. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Mumbai?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
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 Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €117Mumbai €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €117, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is €65. 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 Kaunas and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €42Mumbai €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €84Mumbai €50
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €15Mumbai €5.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $70
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mumbai Airport Transfer: $12
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to Hotel with a Private Transport: $18
- Mumbai Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $20
- Mumbai Private Airport Transfer to Hotel Easy & Safe: $21
- Mumbai Airport Private Departure Transfers: $21
- Mumbai Airport BOM Private Transfer to Mumbai City Central/Hotels: $24
- Private Transfer Mumbai Airport by Innova Crysta: $24
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to and from Hotel: $31
- Dharavi Tour Including Car Transfer: $34
- One way Private transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $36
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €58Mumbai €33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mumbai Food Tour — 178 Years of Bombay on a Plate: $14
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Market Walk: $17
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Experience Mumbai Street Food Tour: $36
- Flavors of Mumbai Food Tour: $38
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $39
- Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Mumbai Best Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $46
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai in a Local Home: $49
- Private Authentic Bengali Cooking Class & Market Tour in Mumbai: $52
- Private Local Market Tour and Local Street Food Tour in Mumbai: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €18Mumbai €2.01
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
- Kaunas Old Town : Private Ghost Tour: $299
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $59
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $477
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $299
- Kaunas to Hill of Crosses via Šiluva and Tytuvėnai Private Tour: $259
- Kaunas to Zemaitija National Park Nature and Heritage Tour: $259
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
- Old Town Private Ghost Tour: $477
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $54
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Mumbai (Malabar District) Self-Guided Tour: $3.84
- Dharavi Slum tour in Mumbai by local resident: $4.29
- Audio Guided Walking Tour on HopOn India App – From Gateway to Fountain, Mumbai: $5.32
- Audio Guided Tour – Mumbai Cricket Walk by HopOn India: $5.34
- Elephanta Caves Audio Guided Walking Tour, Mumbai on HopOn India App: $5.34
- Mumbai's Historical Architecture: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.40
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
- Audio Guided Tour of Matunga & Dadar Parsi Colony, Mumbai: $6.14
- Best Slum Tour Dharavi Small Group with a Local: $6.28
- Dharavi Slum Tour in Untold Stories with Local Guide: $6.44
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri: $7.10
- Mumbai Slum Tour with Dhobi Ghat Laundry & Train Ride Tour: $7.60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €15Mumbai €2.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $34
- Sula Vineyards Wine Tasting Day Trip from Mumbai by Train or Car: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Mumbai, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Mumbai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas 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 Kaunas Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas 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 Kaunas or Mumbai?
Kaunas 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 Kaunas or Mumbai in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Mumbai. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year.
In the summer, Kaunas is much colder than Mumbai. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kaunas in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Mumbai averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kaunas this time of the year. In the summer, Kaunas often gets more sunshine than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 73 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mumbai. Kaunas usually gets less rain in July than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Mumbai 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Mumbai in the Autumn?
Both Mumbai and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Kaunas is generally much colder than Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 8°C (46°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Mumbai during autumn. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 240 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Mumbai in the Winter?
Both Mumbai and Kaunas during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the shopping scene and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round.
The weather in Kaunas can be very cold. Kaunas is much colder than Mumbai in the winter. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Mumbai fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 270 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in January than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Mumbai 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Mumbai in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Mumbai. The activities around the city are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Kaunas is much colder than Mumbai. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kaunas in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Mumbai averages at about 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Mumbai during spring. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 284 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Mumbai. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Mumbai and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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