Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Mumbai. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Mumbai?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €117Mumbai €66
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €117, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is €66. 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 Vilnius and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €41Mumbai €26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €82Mumbai €52
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Mumbai? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €7.26Mumbai €5.58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport€0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Private Transfer: from Vilnius to Klaipeda via Trakai Castle: $275
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $199
- Kaunas Airport Private Transfer from Kaunas to Vilnius: $175
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $100
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $41
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mumbai Airport Transfer: $12
- Mumbai Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $20
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to Hotel with a Private Transport: $20
- Mumbai Airport Private Departure Transfers: $21
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to your Accommodation in Pune: $22
- Mumbai Private Airport Transfer to Hotel Easy & Safe: $23
- Mumbai Airport BOM Private Transfer to Mumbai City Central/Hotels: $24
- Private Transfer Mumbai Airport by Innova Crysta: $24
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Mumbai Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle: $26
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to and from Hotel: $31
- One way Private transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €63Mumbai €33
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $116
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $116
- Lithuanian Cooking Class in the city center: $176
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.57Mumbai €2.02
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $141
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $516
- 2 Hours Private Historical Walking Tour in Lithuania: $117
- Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius: $23
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $34
- Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour: $35
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $246
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Private Mumbai City Tour + Dharavi Slum Slumdog Millionaire Tour: $4.30
- Mumbai Malabar Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.50
- Mumbai Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.50
- Mumbai Slum Tour –An insight of Dharavi Slum with Local Guide: $4.83
- Mumbai's Historical Architecture: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Audio Guided Walking Tour on HopOn India App – From Gateway to Fountain, Mumbai: $5.32
- Elephanta Caves Audio Guided Walking Tour, Mumbai on HopOn India App: $5.34
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
- Audio Guided Tour of Matunga & Dadar Parsi Colony, Mumbai: $6.14
- Best Slum Tour Dharavi Small Group with a Local: $6.97
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri: $7.10
- Mumbai Dharavi Slum Tour With Local English Guide: $7.14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.08Mumbai €2.80
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Mumbai, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Mumbai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Mumbai is in Asia, 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Mumbai, 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 Vilnius or Mumbai?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Mumbai in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Mumbai. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year.
In July, Vilnius is generally much colder than Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets more sunshine than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 73 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mumbai. Vilnius usually gets less rain in July than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Mumbai 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mumbai in the Autumn?
Both Mumbai and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Vilnius is much colder than Mumbai in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Mumbai during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 240 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mumbai in the Winter?
Both Mumbai and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than Mumbai. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Mumbai averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mumbai receives 270 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Mumbai 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mumbai in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Mumbai. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Vilnius is generally much colder than Mumbai. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and Mumbai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Mumbai during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Mumbai receives 284 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Mumbai. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mumbai receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Mumbai 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Mumbai and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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.