Which place is cheaper, Hoi An or Mumbai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mumbai or Hoi An?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Hoi An, 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 Hoi An?
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.
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $69Hoi An $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $69, while the average daily cost in Hoi An is $46. 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 Hoi An in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $34Hoi An $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $68Hoi An $42
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Hoi An
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Hoi An? 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 Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.77Hoi An $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Mumbai HTL-APT (BOM): $27
- Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $55
- Private Transfer: Hotel to Mumbai Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Downtown: $137
- Private Transfer from Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport to Mumbai: $39
- Private Transfer From/To Mumbai Chhatrapati International Airport: $27
- Private Dharavi Slum Tour Including Car Transfer: $91
- Premium Mumbai guided tour with transfer: $480
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.79
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- HoiAn city private trip with Guide, Lunch, tickets &Transfer: $91
- From Private Transfer to Hue with Photo Stops: $90
- Private Transfer To Marble Mountains and My Son HolyLand: $76
- My Son Sanctuary & Hai Van Pass: Transfer Hoi An to/from Hue: $70
- Hai Van Pass & Ba Na Hills: Car Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $67
- Private Transfer To Hue via My Son Sanctuary: $66
- Lady Buddha in Monkey Mountain: Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $57
- Hue Transfer with Scenic Route over The Hai Van Pass: $51
- Hue: Transfer to/from Hoi An by Private Car via Hai Van Pass: $47
- Private Transfer To My Son Sanctuary From Hoi An or Da Nang: $45
- Da Nang/Market & Old Town Private Tour with Transfer: $41
- From My Son Sanctuary Day Trip With Transfer & Lunch: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Hoi An?
Prices for flights to both Hoi An 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 $26Hoi An $9.95
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
- Mumbai Food Tour: $25
- Street Food Tour - Eat like a Local with sunset view: $26
- Old Bombay Bazaar and Food Tour with local Guide: $27
- Guided Food Tour Through the Vibrant Markets of Old Bombay: $28
- Street Food Tour: $32
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $33
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Sun Set View: $38
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$14
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.99
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Basket Boat Tour with Optional Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Hoi An:Traditional Cooking Class with Cam Thanh Local Family: $21
- Traditional Cooking Class & meal w Cam Thanh Family: $21
- Hoi An/Da Nang: Vietnamese Cooking Class with Transportation: $22
- From Cooking Class at Organic Farm: $22
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
- Traditional Vietnamese Cooking Class in Leina Cookery: $23
- Evening Tra Que Cooking Class with Locals in Herb Village: $24
- Hoi An : Basket Boat Ride & Cooking Class with Market Tour: $24
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hoi An: $24
- Cooking Class with Traditional Vietnamese Meals: $24
- Hoi An : Cooking Class W Optional Basket Boat & Market Tour: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.66Hoi An $13
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- 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: $74
- "Religions of Mumbai (Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour): $80
- 2-Days Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Mumbai by Round Trip Flights: $231
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $25
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Hours of Pottery Making Experience in a Studio in Mumbai: $70
- 5 Hours Private Tour in Mumbai City: $74
- 7-Hour Mumbai Sightseeing + Dharavi Slum Tour + Local Train Ride: $71
- Agra Taj Tour from Mumbai: $220
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$148
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Short Boat Ride$1.60
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Sunrise or Sunset Photography Tour in Hoi An: $59
- Amazing My Son Sunset & River Cruise Tour From Hoi An/DaNang: $27
- Amazing My Son Sunset Tour With Banh My & Cruise By Group: $28
- BUFFALO RIDING ADVENTURE AND BASKET BOAT TOUR: $28
- Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Private Tour: $120
- Basket Boat Experience: $13
- Big Experiences Water Wheel Tour - Tra Que Island: $56
- Bike and Bite Tour: $42
- Cam Thanh Bike Tour from Hoi An: $86
- Cam Thanh Coconut Forest Basket Boat Tour by Private Car: $13
- Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Eco Tour From Hoi An: $30
- Cham Island - Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An/DaNang: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.69Hoi An $9.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- Mumbai Pub Crawl: History, Iconic Bars, Cocktail Workshop, Stories and Drinks : $90
- Mumbai Private Bar Crawl with City Night Tour: $124
- Nashik: Private Full-Day Wine Tour with Tastings From Mumbai: $128
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour at Sula Vineyards from Mumbai: $152
- Wine Tasting Tour Sula Vineyards Nashik - (Day excursion from Mumbai): $163
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.59
Sample the Local Flavors in Hoi An
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hoi An:
- Pub Crawl by Bus with Shots at Each Bar: $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Hoi An, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Hoi An Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Hoi An?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 390 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Hoi An, 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 Hoi An?
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.
Should I visit Mumbai or Hoi An in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Hoi An. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. Also, September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An. Mumbai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hoi An this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Hoi An during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
Mumbai is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the summer. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Hoi An fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Hoi An 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Hoi An in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Hoi An. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 158 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Mumbai is a little warmer than Hoi An. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mumbai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Hoi An averages at about 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Hoi An 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Hoi An in the Winter?
Both Hoi An and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hoi An is February to July. The rainy season in Hoi An is September to January. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hoi An. In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Hoi An during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mumbai is generally a little warmer than Hoi An. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 24°C (75°F), and Hoi An fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Hoi An 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Hoi An in the Spring?
Both Hoi An and Mumbai during the spring 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 Hoi An year-round.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the spring, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 210 hours of full sun.
Mumbai is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the spring. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Hoi An fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Hoi An 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hoi An and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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