Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Mumbai?
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 Mumbai or Antwerp?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Antwerp, 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: Mumbai or Antwerp?
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.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $76Antwerp $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $76, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $176. 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 Mumbai and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $30Antwerp $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $60Antwerp $166
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Antwerp? 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: Mumbai Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.46Antwerp $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $65
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $111
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $100
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $100
- Dharavi Tour Including Car Transfer: $34
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Mumbai - private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $39
- Mumbai - private departure transfer from Hotel to Airport: $39
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Transfer Antwerp Luxembourg (1 to 8pl): $283
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $271
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $189
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $188
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $176
- Belgium: Private Airport Transfer Service: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Mumbai 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 dayMumbai $38Antwerp $79
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.Mumbai $2.34Antwerp $9.56
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
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $42
- AXE THROWING EXPERIENCE IN ANTWERP: $29
- Antwerp - Private Historic Walking Tour: $407
- Antwerp Audio guided walking tour 2h15 and 21 audio commentary: $6.96
- Antwerp Beer Tour: $99
- Antwerp Beer Tour: $105
- Antwerp Beer Tour: Discover the Diamond City Liquid Gems: $236
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $38
- Antwerp Bike Tours Pop-Up: Christmas Bike Tour + Hot Drink: $52
- Antwerp Bike Tours Specials: Bikes & Boat Tour: $76
- Antwerp Bike Tours: The Highlights & Beyond: $35
- Antwerp Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.25Antwerp $20
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $19
- Antwerp Pub Crawl: $71
- Wine Tasting Gold in Antwerp: $79
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $105
- Private Wine Tasting in Boomgaardstraat Antwerp: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Mumbai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mumbai is in Asia and Antwerp is in Europe, 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp 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 Mumbai Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Antwerp?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Antwerp, 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 Mumbai or Antwerp?
Antwerp 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 Mumbai or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Antwerp. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Mumbai is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mumbai in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Antwerp averages at about 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antwerp. In the summer, Mumbai often gets less sunshine than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun.
Mumbai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Mumbai usually gets more rain in July than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Antwerp in the Autumn?
Both Antwerp and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
In October, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during autumn. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Mumbai during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Antwerp for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Antwerp. Mumbai is much warmer than Antwerp in the winter. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Antwerp fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the winter, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in January than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Antwerp in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Antwerp. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, many visitors come to Antwerp in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Mumbai is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mumbai in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Antwerp averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during spring. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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