Which place is cheaper, Rotorua 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 Rotorua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Rotorua, 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 Rotorua?
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.
Rotorua
Located on the banks of Lake Rotorua, Rotorua is famous as the thermal wonderland of New Zealand. The area has a variety of geothermal sights, but it is also close to several lakes and has more traditional activities as well, including fishing, boating and white water rafting.
Rotorua is located in the Taupo Volcanic Zone, which is the largest volcano in the area. There are four major volcanic calderas that now have lakes, and several other volcanoes in the area. Rotorua sits on top of a thermal hot spring, and there are many vents and hot pools throughout the area. Many of the hot pools and sights are located within parks, with some of the best being Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
Rotorua has a warm, temperate climate. Because of the area's inland location, it has less wind than many places in New Zealand. Temperatures during the winter months can fall to below freezing, but snow is incredibly rare.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best 2-Week Tours in New Zealand, and The Best Bicycle Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $83Rotorua $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $83, while the average daily cost in Rotorua is $114. 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 Rotorua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $32Rotorua $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $64Rotorua $96
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Rotorua
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Rotorua? 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 Rotorua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.37Rotorua $4.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $69
- Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $55
- Private Transfer: Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $35
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to your Accommodation in Pune: $24
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $168
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Int Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Port: $162
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $81
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $168
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport (BOM): $62
- Private Transfer Mumbai Airport by Innova Crysta: $25
- One way Private transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $39
- Mumbai Private Airport Transfer to Hotel Easy & Safe: $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotorua
Also for Rotorua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms: $186
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Rotorua?
Prices for flights to both Rotorua 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 $42Rotorua $50
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotorua
For Rotorua, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet: $98
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience - Haka + Dinner: $113
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience with Dinner: $117
- Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner: $156
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Combo - Tour, Dinner + Haka: $161
- Evening Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour with dinner: $202
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.52Rotorua $34
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $120
- Kanheri Caves Heritage Tour: $45
- Mumbai by Night Guided Tour : $50
- Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums: $41
- "Private Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $46
- "Private Mumbai Dharavi Slum Tour": $9.24
- "Private Mumbai Kanheri Caves Tour : A Buddhist Settlement": $46
- 3 Day Private Tour in Aurangabad: $290
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour : $46
- 3-Hour Private Guided Tour in Bollywood from Mumbai: $226
- 7 Hour Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour By Navv Om Namaha Shivaya: $116
- All In One Combo Tour of Mumbai City, Dabbawalas, Dhobhi Ghat, Slums & Bollywood: $150
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rotorua
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Rotorua's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Lunch Out for Two$27
Tours and Activities in Rotorua
For Rotorua, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4x4 Self Drive Yamaha Experience : $90
- Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua: $35
- Auckland: One-Way Tour to Rotorua with Waitomo Caves: $181
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights Tour with Wai-O-Tapu & Hot Tubs: $204
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights inc Te Puia Tour & Redwoods: $208
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights inc Wai O Tapu & Te Puia Tour: $225
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights with Te Puia Tour, Show & Lunch: $228
- Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū : $162
- From Auckland: Rotorua Private Day Tour with Spa Experience: $585
- From HELL's GATE Geothermal MUD BATH Half Day Tour: $159
- From Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Festive Lunch: $177
- From WAI-O-TAPU Geothermal Wonderland Half-Day Tour: $103
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.50Rotorua $12
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rotorua
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rotorua:
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Bottle of Wine$11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Rotorua, we can see that Rotorua 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 Rotorua 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 Rotorua would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotorua 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 Rotorua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Rotorua?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Rotorua. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Rotorua, 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 Rotorua?
Rotorua 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 Rotorua in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Rotorua. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, many travelers come to Rotorua for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Rotoruain January. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 28°C (82°F), and Rotorua fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Mumbai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Rotoruain January. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryMumbai 28°C (82°F)Rotorua 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Rotorua in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Rotorua. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Rotorua in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Mumbai is much warmer than Rotorua in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Rotorua fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.
Mumbai usually gets more rain in October than Rotoruain April. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Rotorua 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Rotorua in the Winter?
Both Rotorua and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Rotorua for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Rotorua. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mumbai in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Rotorua averages at about 26°C (79°F)in July.
In January, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Rotoruain July. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyMumbai 24°C (75°F)Rotorua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Rotorua in the Spring?
Both Rotorua 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. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Rotorua because of the natural beauty.
In April, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Rotoruain October. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Rotorua fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Rotoruain October. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Rotorua 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Rotorua and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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