A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mumbai vs. Setubal for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mumbai or Setubal?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Setubal, 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 Setubal?

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.

Setubal

Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.

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 Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Setubal or Mumbai?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $75, while the average daily cost in Setubal is $167. 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 Setubal in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mumbai $29
    Setubal $66
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mumbai $58
    Setubal $132
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Setubal

Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Setubal? 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.

Hotels in Mumbai


Hotels in Setubal


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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 Setubal Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mumbai $6.37
    Setubal $61

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai

Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private 3Day City Tour with Hotel & Airport Transfer: $377
  • Private Shore Excursion with Guide & Transfers: $215
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $214
  • From Sondai Fort Guided Trek with Meals & Transfers: $179
  • From Prabalgad Fort Trek with Meals and Transfers: $165
  • Mumbai to Alibaug Private Speed Boat Transfer: $145
  • Full-Day Private City Tour with Guide and Transfer: $120
  • Mumbai Private Bollywood Studio Tour with Transfer: $119
  • Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $108
  • Private Bollywood Tour with Dance Show & Transfers: $104
  • Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $97
  • Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $97

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal

Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer: Grândola > Lisbon: $272
  • Serra da Arrabida Natural Park E Bike Tour with Transfers: $183
  • Comporta Melides Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $152
  • Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $97
  • Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $54
  • Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $23

Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Setubal?

Prices for flights to both Setubal 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Mumbai $38
    Setubal $67

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai

For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Evening City & Street Food Tour with AC Car: $11
  • Private Bollywood Studio Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $11
  • Best Steet Food Tour & Marekt with Train Ride Tour: $14
  • Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $14
  • Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $14
  • Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai with a Local Family: $16
  • Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
  • Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
  • Indian Cooking Class & Cultural Delights: $23
  • Private Dharavi Walking Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $25
  • Safe Food Tour in Mumbai for 2 hours: $27
  • Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Setubal

For Setubal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Traditional Evora Cooking Class & Wine Pairings in Fatima’s Home: $220
  • Lisbon Getaway: Private Arrábida Wine & Food Tour: $229
  • Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mumbai $2.31
    Setubal $14

Tours and Activities in Mumbai

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.

  • "Mumbai - Dharavi Slum Tour": $8.65
  • "Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $43
  • 2 Days Delhi, Agra Tour from Mumbai by Flight: $299
  • 2 Days Mumbai Tour with Car and Hotel: $285
  • 2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both side Commercial Flights: $270
  • 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both Side Commercial Flights: $254
  • 2Days Mumbai Sightseeing Tours with Dharavi, Elephanta Caves: $62
  • 3 Days Chatrapati Shambaji Nagar Tour from Mumbai in Pvt Vehicle: $290
  • 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
  • 3 Jyotirlinga Temple Tour – From Mumbai, Pune and Aurangabad: $156
  • 3-Day Mumbai to Goa Road Trip: Village Stay & Sightseeing: $499
  • 3-Day Mumbai to Nashik, Ajanta and Ellora Tour with Car and Guide: $151

Tours and Activities in Setubal

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.

  • Évora : History, Heritage & Alentejo Wine — Private Tour: $148
  • Évora : Love at First Sight – Private Walking Tour with a Local: $79
  • Évora : Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour & Chapel of Bones: $79
  • Évora Private Food and Wine Walking Tour in the UNESCO Old Town: $183
  • Évora Private Walking Tour with Cathedral & Chapel of Bones: $113
  • Évora Roman Legacy: Ancient City & Archaeology — Private Tour: $125
  • Évora Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.72
  • Évora Walking Tour: $54
  • Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
  • Évora to Monsaraz Private Tour: Village & Local Pottery: $239
  • Arrábida Family and Group Kayak Adventure: $125
  • Arrabida Adventure Circuit: $74

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mumbai $3.20
    Setubal $11

Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:

  • Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25

Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:

  • Jeep Tour through Arrábida Azeitão and Wine Tasting: $74
  • Private Half Day Arrabida Tour with Wine Tasting in Sesimbra: $140
  • Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $149
  • Private Arrábida Wine Tour from Lisbon with Tastings: $165
  • Private Arrábida Nature Walk & Premium Wine Tour from Setúbal: $183
  • Azeitão Private Wine Tour from Lisbon – Premium Wineries: $229
  • Évora Walking and Wine Tasting Experience: $229
  • Portuguese Wine Tasting in Lisbon with an Award-Winning Sommelier: $299


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Setubal, we can see that Setubal 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 Setubal 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal 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 Setubal Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Setubal?

Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Setubal, 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 Setubal?

Setubal 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 Setubal in the Summer?

Both Setubal and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year.

Mumbai is a little warmer than Setubal in the summer. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Setubal fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Setubal. Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Setubal during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Setubal. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Mumbai 28°C (82°F) 
    Setubal 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Setubal in the Autumn?

Both Setubal 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.

In the autumn, Mumbai is much warmer than Setubal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mumbai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Setubal averages at about 19°C (66°F).

In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Setubal. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 213 hours of full sun.

Mumbai usually gets more rain in October than Setubal. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 
    Setubal 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Setubal in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Setubal. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round.

In January, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Setubal. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 24°C (75°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Setubal during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.

Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Setubal. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Mumbai 24°C (75°F) 
    Setubal 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Setubal in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Setubal. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Mumbai is much warmer than Setubal in the spring. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Setubal fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In the spring, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Setubal. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 235 hours of full sun.

Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Setubal. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 
    Setubal 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Setubal and Mumbai

Mumbai Setubal
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Feb 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Mar 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (58°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
May 30°C (86°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 29°C (84°F) 560 mm (22 in) 21°C (69°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 640 mm (25.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 520 mm (20.5 in) 23°C (74°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Sep 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Oct 29°C (84°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)