Which place is cheaper, Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Christchurch, 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 Christchurch?
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.
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, right beside the Canterbury Plains. Most people begin their South Island travels here. The city itself can be fascinating to explore so it is worth allowing yourself several days in town as an introduction to the region.
The River Avon flows through the city center, twisting through the old buildings. Christchurch is referred to in New Zealand as the Garden City and it is easy to see why. It's quite a nice city with trees spread throughout. The economy is centered around international tourism as well as foreign education. There is a high Asian student population here, giving the city a diverse feel.
Christchurch's climate is temperate and the city receives moderate rainfall. In January average high temperatures are around 73 degrees Fahrenheit with averages around 52 degrees Fahrenheit in July. There is a sea breeze during the summer months that keep temperatures pleasant. Temperatures can drop below freezing at night during the winter months. Snow may also fall several times a year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $83Christchurch $117
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $83, while the average daily cost in Christchurch is $117. 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 Christchurch in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $32Christchurch $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $64Christchurch $98
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Christchurch
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Christchurch? 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 Christchurch Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.37Christchurch $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Guided Tour in Kanheri Cave with Transfers: $35
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $66
- Arrival Private Transfers: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Business Car: $66
- Arrival Private Transfers: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $102
- Create Your Own: Custom Private Tour of Mumbai with transfers: $97
- Dharavi Slum Tour in Mumbai with Combo Packages & Transfers: $12
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Mumbai - private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel : $64
- Mumbai Airport BOM Private Transfer to Mumbai City Central/Hotels: $24
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $114
- Mumbai Airport(BOM) to Mumbai Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Akaroa Cruise Port: $189
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $164
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Car: $130
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car: $130
- Departure Transfer: Christchurch to Airport CHC by Business Car: $95
- Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Lyttelton Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Cruise Port to Christchurch City: $87
- Christchurch Airport to City SUV Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Christchurch?
Prices for flights to both Christchurch 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 $42Christchurch $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Street Food Tour with Mumbai Sightseeing Tour including AC vehicles: $19
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $29
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $31
- Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $42
- Daily Mumbai Street Food Tour : $52
- Private Mumbai Market Tour and Cooking Class With an Expert: $52
- Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai: $53
- Private Market Tour and Vegetarian Cooking Class in Mumbai: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.52Christchurch $17
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Audio Guided Walking Tour on HopOn India App – From Gateway to Fountain, Mumbai: $5.32
- 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
- Dharavi Slum Walking Tour: Daily Life in Asia's Largest Slum: $5.77
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri: $7.10
- Dharavi Slum Tour - See the real Slum with a Local Guide: $7.33
- Best Slum Tour Dharavi Small Group with a Local : $8.37
- "Private Mumbai Dharavi Slum Tour": $9.24
- Dharavi slum tour in Mumbai by Female tour guides of the slum: $9.82
- Exploring Dharavi: Mumbai's Walking Slum Tour: $9.82
- Mumbai Slum Tour –Visit Dharavi with Local Guide : $12
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $25
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch: $179
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch: $175
- (MT) Mount Cook Day Tour From Christchurch: $150
- 1/2-Day Christchurch Scenic Highlights Small Group Tour: $140
- 1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour): $239
- 8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour: $995
- 8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour: $995
- Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch: $114
- Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch: $156
- Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine: $258
- Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine Train Day Tour from Christchurch: $255
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.50Christchurch $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $37
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings: $108
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Waipara Wine Tour With Lunch: $114
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $117
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour : $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Christchurch, we can see that Christchurch 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 Christchurch is in Pacific, 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 Christchurch would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Christchurch 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 Christchurch Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Christchurch?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Christchurch, 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 Christchurch?
Christchurch 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 Christchurch in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Christchurch. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Christchurch for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Mumbai is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mumbai in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Christchurch averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Christchurch. In the summer, Mumbai often gets less sunshine than Christchurchin January. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 224 hours of full sun.
Mumbai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Mumbai usually gets more rain in July than Christchurchin January. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryMumbai 28°C (82°F)Christchurch 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Christchurch in the Autumn?
Both Christchurch 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 autumn months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Christchurchin April. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Christchurch 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 Christchurch during autumn. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Christchurchin April. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Christchurch in the Winter?
Both Christchurch 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, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Christchurch this time of year.
Mumbai is much warmer than Christchurch in the winter. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Christchurch fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the winter, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Christchurchin July. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 122 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in January than Christchurchin July. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyMumbai 24°C (75°F)Christchurch 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Christchurch in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Christchurch. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, many travelers come to Christchurch for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Mumbai is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mumbai in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Christchurch averages at about 12°C (54°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Christchurch this time of the year. In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Christchurch during spring. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Christchurchin October. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Christchurch and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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