Which place is cheaper, Can Tho or Mumbai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Can Tho, 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.
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.
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $69, while the average daily cost in Can Tho is $57. 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 Can Tho in more detail.
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Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Can Tho, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Can Tho much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Can Tho would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Can Tho 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 Can Tho.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Can Tho Expensive?.
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Can Tho, 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 with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Both Can Tho and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Can Tho during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 168 hours of full sun in the summer.
In the summer, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Can Tho. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mumbai in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Can Tho averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Both Can Tho and Mumbai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Can Tho. May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 158 hours of full sun.
In October, Mumbai is generally around the same temperature as Can Tho. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Can Tho fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Can Tho. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Can Tho this time of the year. In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Can Tho during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mumbai is around the same temperature as Can Tho in the winter. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Can Tho fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Can Tho. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. May to November in Can Tho is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In the spring, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Can Tho. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 235 hours of full sun.
In the spring, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Can Tho. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mumbai in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Can Tho averages at about 29°C (84°F).
Mumbai | Can Tho | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) |
Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) |
Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) |
Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |