Which place is cheaper, Tokyo 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 Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
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 Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $77Tokyo $174
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $77, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $174. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $30Tokyo $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $60Tokyo $146
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.51Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $110
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $99
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $99
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $65
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $64
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $64
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $58
- Private Arrival Departure Airport Transfers Mumbai: $54
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport: $42
- Private Transfer from Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport to Mumbai: $42
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport (BOM): $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $805
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Hakone: $426
- Shuttle Van Tour Tokyo for 4 Hours or 6 Hours+Transfer Time: $368
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Narita Airport (NRT) ⇆ Tokyo Luxury Private Transfer: $298
- Private Airport Transfer: Hotel in Tokyo → Narita Airport (NRT): $284
- Arrival Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo in Sedan: $283
- Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND by Sedan Car: $283
- Tokyo 5-Hour Private Charter with NRT/HND Airport Transfer: $271
- Private Transfer from Tokyo City to Narita Airport NRT by van: $254
- Private Departure Transfer : Central Tokyo City to Narita International Airport: $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $39Tokyo $61
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
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
- Lights, Flavour, Action- A Story-Driven Food Tour: $31
- Mumbai's Curry Cooking Class: Veg, Non-Veg: $33
- Experience Mumbai Street Food Tour: $36
- Flavors of Mumbai Food Tour: $38
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $39
- Mumbai Authentic Street Food Tour: $42
- Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$4.96
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$4.96
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Meal at Airport$6.47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $22
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- Shinjuku Chef‐Led Night Food Tour — What Guides Don’t Show: $29
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $38
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $44
- Tokyo Shinjuku Night Food Tour: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.36Tokyo $65
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: $288
- "Mumbai - Dharavi Slum Tour": $8.69
- "Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $43
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $22
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour: $35
- 3-Day Mumbai to Nashik, Ajanta and Ellora Tour with Car and Guide: $151
- 3-Hour Private Guided Tour in Bollywood from Mumbai: $220
- All in one Combo of City ,Slum,Dhobighat & Dabbawala tour: $77
- 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
- Audio Guided Tour – Mumbai Cricket Walk by HopOn India: $5.34
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- “Daikoku Car Meet Night Tour | JDM Experience in Tokyo”: $127
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $63
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $254
- 1 Day Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: $189
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $145
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $124
- 1-Hour Tokyo Tour in Tokyo Drift Mazda RX7: $279
- 100% PRIVATE Anime, Manga, Game & Pop Culture Tour in Akihabara: $99
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $38
- 14:00 local rafting tour half day (3 hours): $38
- 2 Day Package Tour including Haneda Airport Pickup: $203
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.27Tokyo $31
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $35
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.72
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $101
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $108
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $120
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $146
- Private Tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and Riverside Walk: $238
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Mumbai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Tokyo?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Tokyo. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
Tokyo 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 Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo 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, most visitors come to Tokyo for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Mumbai is generally around the same temperature as Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 28°C (82°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Tokyo during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Tokyo in the Autumn?
Both Tokyo 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, the autumn months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Mumbai is much warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In the winter, Mumbai is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mumbai in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Tokyo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Tokyo. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°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 Tokyo. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo 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 (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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