Which place is cheaper, Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Luang Prabang, 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 Luang Prabang?
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.
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $83Luang Prabang $18
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $83, while the average daily cost in Luang Prabang is $18. 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 Luang Prabang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $32Luang Prabang $5.60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $64Luang Prabang $11
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Luang Prabang
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Luang Prabang? 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 Luang Prabang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.37Luang Prabang $2.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Private Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $167
- Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $114
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM by Van: $112
- Create Your Own: Custom Private Tour of Mumbai with transfers: $97
- Kanheri caves half day guided tour with transfers: $96
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $81
- Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $76
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $69
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $66
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From 3-Day Oudomxay Town Trip with Transfers: $580
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- 2D Transfer to Huay Xai by Slow Boat: $60
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $20
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Luang Prabang?
Prices for flights to both Luang Prabang 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 $42Luang Prabang $9.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Virtual Authentic Indian Tea and Paratha Cooking Class: $14
- Private Street Food Tour with Mumbai Sightseeing Tour including AC vehicles: $19
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $31
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $31
- Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Flavors of Mumbai Food Tour : $40
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $42
- Secret Street Food Tour With Private Car inMumbai: $44
- Private Mumbai Market Tour and Cooking Class With an Expert: $52
- Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai: $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Luang Prabang Local Market and Morning Food Tour with Drinks: $39
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Luangprabang: Dinner with Lao Traditional Dance Performance: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Cooking Class at the Former Royal Palace: $45
- Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Laos: Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in: $47
- Mekong Sunset Cruise & Lao Tasting Dinner: $49
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.52Luang Prabang $2.66
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- 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 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Hours of Pottery Making Experience in a Studio in Mumbai: $66
- 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
- All in one Combo of City ,Slum,Dhobighat & Dabbawala tour: $77
- All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with Sunset Cruise: $196
- Kuang Si Waterfalls and Hmong Village Half-Day Tour: $30
- 6Days 5Nigths Luang Prabang city tour & Mekong River Cruise: $800
- Best of Luang Prabang Shared Group City Tour: $214
- Bike to Kuangsi Waterfall and Cruise the Mekong River Back - Luang Prabang 1 day: $170
- Classic Tour in Luang Prabang: $90
- Classic tour in Luang Prabang (Private): $243
- Day Pass - Premium Wellness Experience at The Namkhan: $90
- Dine and Cruise on Mekong River: $66
- Explore Pak Ou Caves by Kayak with Optional Sunset River Cruise: $196
- From Field to Table Half Day Rice Experience in Luang Prabang: $194
- From 8-Day Laos Tour with Accommodation: $1,241
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.50Luang Prabang $1.78
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Luang Prabang, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Mumbai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mumbai than you might in Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Luang Prabang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Luang Prabang?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Luang Prabang. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Luang Prabang, 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 Luang Prabang?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Mumbai or Luang Prabang in the Summer?
Both Luang Prabang and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Luang Prabang. It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Luang Prabang. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Mumbai is around the same temperature as Luang Prabang in the summer. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Luang Prabang in the Autumn?
Both Luang Prabang 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luang Prabang year-round.
Luang Prabang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Luang Prabang. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 126 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Mumbai is a little warmer than Luang Prabang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mumbai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Luang Prabang averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Luang Prabang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Luang Prabang in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Luang Prabang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Luang Prabang. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Mumbai is generally a little warmer than Luang Prabang. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 24°C (75°F), and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Luang Prabang 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Luang Prabang in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Luang Prabang. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Luang Prabang. Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Luang Prabang. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Mumbai is around the same temperature as Luang Prabang in the spring. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Luang Prabang and Mumbai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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