Which place is cheaper, Stockholm or Mumbai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Mumbai or Stockholm?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Stockholm, 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 Stockholm?
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.
Stockholm
Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.
-
Mumbai Prices
India PricesStockholm Prices
Sweden Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $76Stockholm $227
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $76, while the average daily cost in Stockholm is $227. 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 Stockholm in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $30Stockholm $112
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $60Stockholm $224
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Stockholm
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Stockholm? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Stockholm Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.46Stockholm $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $65
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $111
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $101
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $65
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $101
- Mumbai - private departure transfer from Hotel to Airport: $39
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $76
- Mumbai Airport BOM Private Transfer to Mumbai City Central/Hotels: $24
- Mumbai Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City: $295
- First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Arlanda Airport: $295
- Skansen Stockholm Fast-Track Tickets, Private Tour, Transfer: $277
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Skavsta Airport: $276
- First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport: $233
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Arlanda Airport 1-7 Passengers: $233
- Stockholm Airport (ARN): Transfer to Stockholm city/port: $219
- Private VIP Stockholm Cruise Port Transfer to City Center: $214
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm hotel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $213
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Stockholm Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $213
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $212
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Stockholm City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Stockholm?
Prices for flights to both Stockholm 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 dayMumbai $38Stockholm $73
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
- Best Mumbai Street Food Tour with Market & Train Ride Tour: $27
- 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
- Mumbai Authentic Street Food Tour: $41
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
-
Breakfast$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $27
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $32
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $33
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Food Tour: $119
- Stockholm Food Tour: $120
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $136
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
- Wild Food Foraging & Fire Cooking Course Stockholm 3-Course Lunch: $164
- Midnight Sun Hike & Campfire Wild Dinner i- Tyresta National Park: $197
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.34Stockholm $29
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Mumbai (Malabar District) Self-Guided Tour: $3.88
- Dharavi Slum tour in Mumbai by local resident: $4.28
- Audio Guided Walking Tour on HopOn India App – From Gateway to Fountain, Mumbai: $5.32
- Audio Guided Tour – Mumbai Cricket Walk by HopOn India: $5.34
- Elephanta Caves Audio Guided Walking Tour, Mumbai on HopOn India App: $5.34
- Mumbai's Historical Architecture: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.40
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
- Audio Guided Tour of Matunga & Dadar Parsi Colony, Mumbai: $6.14
- Dharavi Slum Tour in Untold Stories with Local Guide: $6.42
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri: $7.10
- Mumbai Dharavi Slum Tour With Local English Guide: $7.53
- Mumbai Slum Tour with Dhobi Ghat Laundry & Train Ride Tour: $7.58
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-day 7h Royal Palace and Castle Tour from Stockholm: $413
- 2 Hour Escape Room City Walk and History Experience in Stockholm: $140
- 2-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago - self guided: $295
- 3 Hours Guided Shopping Tour in Stockholm Thrifting Stores: $109
- 3-Hour Private Stockholm Photography Tour of Famous Landmarks: $175
- 5hs guided Sigtuna tour from Stockholm to Sigtuna incl. Wenngarn Castle.: $257
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.47
- Best Stockholm Bike Tour. English, French or Spanish!: $98
- Best of Stockholm Walking Tour-3 Hours, Small Group max 10: $74
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Best of Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours): $69
- Bloody Stockholm 2h - ghosts, horror and Dark Folklore Tour: $203
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.25Stockholm $30
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $26
- The Original Pub Crawl VIP Club Access: $27
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $37
- Wine tasting in Old Town Stockholm: $55
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Stockholm, we can see that Stockholm 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm 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 Stockholm Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Stockholm?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Stockholm. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Stockholm, 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 Stockholm?
Stockholm 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 Stockholm in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Stockholm. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Mumbai is much warmer than Stockholm. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mumbai in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Stockholm averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Stockholm. In the summer, Mumbai often gets less sunshine than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 260 hours of full sun.
Mumbai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Mumbai usually gets more rain in July than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Stockholm 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Stockholm in the Autumn?
Both Stockholm and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Stockholm in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Stockholm. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Stockholm fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mumbai. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Stockholm during autumn. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Stockholm 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Stockholm in the Winter?
Both Stockholm and Mumbai during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Stockholm can be very cold during winter. Mumbai is much warmer than Stockholm in the winter. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Stockholm fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the winter, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 40 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in January than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Stockholm -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Stockholm in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Stockholm. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Mumbai is much warmer than Stockholm. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mumbai in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Stockholm averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Stockholm during spring. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Stockholm. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Stockholm 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Stockholm and Mumbai
| Mumbai | Stockholm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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.