Which place is cheaper, Milan 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 Milan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Milan, 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 Milan?
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.
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $76Milan $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $76, while the average daily cost in Milan is $222. 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 Milan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $29Milan $110
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $58Milan $220
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Milan
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Milan? 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 Milan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.44Milan $40
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 Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $214
- Mumbai Private Bollywood Studio Tour with Transfer: $118
- 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 Airport Transfers : Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $65
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $65
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by 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
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Cruise Port: $59
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai: $59
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport$7.98
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)$25
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Taxi From Airport$103
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Public Transit Day Pass$5.13
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Short Taxi Ride$8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private City Tour with Transfers and Champagne: $3,419
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Venice: $1,686
- From Private Lake Como Transfer & Boat Experience: $1,060
- Milano: Transfer from Milan to St. Moritz: $849
- Cervinia: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $547
- Saas Fee : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $547
- Champoluc: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $524
- Torino : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $482
- From Linate airport : Private 1-Way Transfer to Bellagio: $404
- Serravalle Outlet : Private Transfer to/from Milan: $330
- Milan to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $293
- From Milan to Verona hotels - Private Transfer: $289
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Milan?
Prices for flights to both Milan 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 $38Milan $76
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
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
- Experience Mumbai Street Food Tour: $36
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station$9.81
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Restaurant Pizza$7.53
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)$31
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$73
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Cappuccino$1.86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pizza and Tiramisu Class in Milan: $45
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $46
- International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $47
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $49
- Milan Walking Food Tour with City Highlights: $49
- Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $49
- only in ITALIAN - International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $50
- Milano Food Tour with audioguide in the centre: $51
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $52
- Street Food Tour with Tastings and Local Guide: $53
- Delicious Food Tour and City Center Sightseeing: $53
- Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.33Milan $35
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": $8.58
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $21
- 2025 Award Winning: Mumbai City Highlights Half Day Tour: $65
- 3 Days Chatrapati Shambaji Nagar Tour from Mumbai in Pvt Vehicle: $290
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour: $43
- 3-Day Mumbai to Nashik, Ajanta and Ellora Tour with Car and Guide: $149
- All in one Combo of City ,Slum,Dhobighat & Dabbawala tour: $77
- All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour: $50
- All-Inclusive Mumbai to Alibaug Coastal Villages RoPax Ferry Tour: $299
- All-Inclusive Private Full-Day Mumbai Sights & Local Experiences: $163
- Asia Largest Dharavi Slum Guided Tour: $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop$7.98
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- 1 Hour Vintage Fiat 500 Slow Tour in Milan: $235
- 1 Hours Guided La Scala Theatre Tour in Milan + Ebook: $135
- 1 hour Italian Food Experiences in Milan: $42
- 1 hour Vintage Fiat 500 SkyLine Tour in Milan: $235
- 2-Hour Milan by Night Walking Tour: $172
- 24-Hour "Gray Line" Milan Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Guide: $29
- 30 Minutes Vintage Fiat 500 Fast Tour in Milan: $94
- 60 Minutes Milan Private VR Arena Experience: $34
- 72-Hour "Gray Line" Milan Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Guide: $41
- A Milan Winter Olympics Walking Tour: Milano Cortina 2026: $12
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Milan: $12
- A day in the life of Milan - Private tour with a local: $223
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.23Milan $28
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar$9.58
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Beer$3.82
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Ultimate Bar Crawl with Shots and Games: $29
- Milan Pub Crawl Party with Free Shots, Club Entry and Drink Deals: $41
- Legendary Halloween Pub Crawl Party in Milan 2025: $41
- Wine Tasting Experience with Platter: $45
- Wine Tasting Experience: $47
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan City Center: $53
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $53
- Wine Tasting Experience - Urban Cellar: $59
- Wine Tasting in Milan with the Producer: Valter Mattoni: $83
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $94
- Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $103
- Milan Wine Tasting with Italian Sommelier: $104
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Milan, we can see that Milan 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 Milan is in Europe, 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 Milan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Milan 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 Milan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Milan?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Milan. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Milan, 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 Milan?
Milan 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 Milan in the Summer?
Both Milan and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Milan for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Mumbai is generally a little warmer than Milan. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 28°C (82°F), and Milan fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Milan. Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Milan during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Milan receives 250 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Milan. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Milan receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Milan 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Milan in the Autumn?
Both Milan 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. Also, many visitors come to Milan in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Mumbai is much warmer than Milan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Milan fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Milan. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Milan receives 152 hours of full sun.
Milan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Milan. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Milan receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Milan 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Milan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Milan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, most visitors come to Milan for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Milan can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Mumbai is much warmer than Milan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mumbai in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Milan averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Milan during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Milan receives 119 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Milan. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Milan receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Milan 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Milan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Milan. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Milan because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Milan. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Milan fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In the spring, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Milan. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Milan receives 176 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Milan. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Milan receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Milan 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Milan and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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