Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Mumbai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mumbai or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Lombok, 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 Lombok?
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.
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $69Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $69, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $34Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $68Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Lombok? 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 Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.77Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Premium Mumbai guided tour with transfer: $480
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Mumbai Airport(BOM)to Mumbai Downtown-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Downtown: $137
- Mumbai full day private city tour with guide and transfer: $117
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $93
- Arrival Private Transfers: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $93
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $93
- Private Dharavi Slum Tour Including Car Transfer: $91
- Local Street Food Private Walking Tour with Transfer: $90
- Global Vipassana Pagoda : Half Day Tour with Transfer: $84
- Mumbai Downtown to Mumbai Airport(BOM) Departure Private Transfer: $76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Wisata Alam Semongkat: $210
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lopok: $152
- Private Transfer from Dusun Setangi to Lombok Airport (LOP): $93
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Bolong: $50
- Private Transfer from Bangsal to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Sigar Penjalin: $50
- Private Transfer from Sigar Penjalin to Lombok Airport (LOP): $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok 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 $26Lombok $12
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $60
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.66Lombok $10
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
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 2 Days Private Tetebatu and Rinjani Nature Tour in Lombok: $169
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $221
- 3 Days Tour in Mount Rinjani Summit with Lake Hiking : $269
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Camping Tour in Sasak Mountain Lombok Island: $89
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Cultural Tour of Lombok with English Speaking Guide: $63
- Daily Tour: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.69Lombok $8.15
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Lombok, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Mumbai or Lombok?
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 Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok 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 Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Lombok. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mumbai in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok 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 Lombok year-round.
Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Lombok. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Mumbai is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Lombok. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Lombok during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mumbai is cooler than Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Lombok. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Lombok. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mumbai in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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