Which place is cheaper, Jakarta 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 Jakarta?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Jakarta, 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 Jakarta?
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.
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $76Jakarta $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $76, while the average daily cost in Jakarta is $68. 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 Jakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $30Jakarta $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $60Jakarta $60
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Jakarta
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Jakarta? 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 Jakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.46Jakarta $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $214
- Private Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $214
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $111
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $100
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $100
- Mumbai Private Bollywood Studio Tour with Transfer: $94
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $75
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $65
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $65
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $59
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$0.97
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Ujung Genteng Sukabumi: $242
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Ujung Genteng Sukabumi: $228
- Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regenc to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $193
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regenc: $193
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukarasa Kuningan Regency: $193
- Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regency to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $182
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regency: $182
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Garut Regency: $182
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukaresmi Bandung: $173
- Jakarta Airport CGK to Bandung or Lembang Round Trip Transfer: $142
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukarasa Bandung: $126
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Benda Sukamulya: $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Jakarta?
Prices for flights to both Jakarta 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 $38Jakarta $26
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
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.44
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Dinner$0.67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fun Food Tour Jakarta: $30
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $50
- Kota Tua Food Tour: $64
- Melawai Night Street Food Tour: $67
- Halfday Batavia by Night with dinner at Cafe Batavia & souvenir: $120
- Jakarta Private Cooking Class and Experience Tour: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.34Jakarta $11
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- " Dash Of Mumbai " Sightseeing & Experiences-by Goi Licensed Guide Ragini Doshi: $285
- "Mumbai - Dharavi Slum Tour": $8.59
- "Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $43
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $21
- 3 Days Chatrapati Shambaji Nagar Tour from Mumbai in Pvt Vehicle: $290
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour: $34
- 3-Day Mumbai to Nashik, Ajanta and Ellora Tour with Car and Guide: $149
- 3-Hour Private Guided Tour in Bollywood from Mumbai: $223
- All in one Combo of City ,Slum,Dhobighat & Dabbawala tour: $77
- All-Inclusive Mumbai to Alibaug Coastal Villages RoPax Ferry Tour: $299
- All-Inclusive Private Full-Day Mumbai Sights & Local Experiences: $163
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- 1 Day Jakarta Historical Tour: $75
- 1 Day Motorcycle Adventure Tour West Java: $207
- 1 Day Motorcycle Tour To Citorek Banten West Of Java: $210
- 3 Hours Jakarta City Tour (Jakarta's Iconic Places): $45
- 7 Hours Indonesia Cultural & Heritage Park Tour: $110
- 8 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (All Tourist Attractions): $109
- Afternoon Guided Chinatown Tour in Jakarta: $53
- Authentic Full-Day Colonial Jakarta Heritage Trail Tour: $75
- Baduy Tribal Tracker and Village in Private Tour Full Day & Lunch: $130
- Bandung City Tour Mountain Volcano and Hotspring ( Start From Jakarta): $154
- Bandung City Tour with High-Speed Rail (Whoosh) from Jakarta: $185
- Batik Course & City Tour Jakarta: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.25Jakarta $3.78
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 comparing the travel costs between Mumbai and Jakarta, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Jakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Jakarta?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Jakarta. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Jakarta, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.