Which place is cheaper, Paris 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 Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Paris, 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 Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $83Paris $311
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $83, while the average daily cost in Paris is $311. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $32Paris $180
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $64Paris $360
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.37Paris $25
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 Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.51
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Train from Airport$11
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Metro tickets$7.98
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Paris : Transfer to/from Reims or Champagne region: $646
- Transfer from Paris to Airport: CDG, Orly, Beauvais: $300
- Private Transfer from Paris to CDG Airport: $299
- Private Transfer from Paris City to Le Havre: $299
- Private direct transfer from Paris to Brussels: $293
- Private Direct Transfer From Paris to Reims: $287
- Transfer by luxury Mercedes from PARIS AIRPORT to => PARIS with Cab-Bel-Air: $281
- Louvre Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Paris Hotel Transfers: $281
- Transfer Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG to Paris: $281
- Louvre Museum Audio Guide Tour with Hotel Private Transfers: $276
- Private one way transfer from Paris to Beauvais airport: $275
- Private transfer to Reims or Epernay : one way OR 8 hours tour : $269
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 $42Paris $85
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
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.39
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Breakfast$8.21
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Breakfast for 2$35
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Dinner on River Cruise$101
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Dinner$67
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- #1 Montmartre Pastries & Chocolate Food Tour with 6+ Tastings: $60
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $66
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $68
- Paris Prestige Dinner Cruise from Eiffel Tower Area: $74
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $78
- Paris Food Tour: $82
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $84
- Paris Unlimited Brunch Cruise and Cooking Workshop: $94
- Private French Home Cooking Class in Paris with Local Chef Ioana: $99
- Champagne & Oysters Paris Food Tour: $102
- French Gourmet Cuisine: Dinner and Wine Pairing: $106
- Paris 3-Course Gourmet Dinner and Sightseeing Seine River Cruise : $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.52Paris $89
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.87
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Catacombs (2)$27
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Area ,Opera, Jewellery,Fashion,Palais Royal walking tour : $74
- Audio-Guided Montparnasse Tower Tour with Priority Admission: $42
- Eiffel Tower with 2nd Floor Access & Trocadero Gardens Tour: $73
- Half Day Giverny Monet's Gardens Tour : $172
- Illumination Tour of Paris: $75
- Louvre Evening Escape: Avoid the Crowds - Exclusive Guided Tour : $167
- Musée d'Orsay Rebels Passion Colour. A Private Guided Tour: $143
- Notre-Dame Exterior & Sainte-Chapelle Medieval Paris Tour : $71
- Palace of Versailles Ticket and Guided Visit: $86
- Paris City Center Self-Guided Walking Tour : $12
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $106
- Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Local Guide: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.50Paris $29
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $18
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $24
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $36
- Paris Nation wine tasting: $47
- Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $56
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $59
- Paris New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and Nightclub Entry: $84
- The only Paris Wine Tasting experience you need to do - 2 hours : $94
- Paris Wine Tasting Session with Expert Sommelier: $106
- Paris Amateur Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting : $114
- Left Bank Gastronomy & Wine tour with a Culinary School : $114
- Walk & Wine Tour in the Latin Quarter: $118
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Paris?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Paris. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Paris, 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 Paris?
Paris 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 Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris 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 Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Mumbai is a little warmer than Paris in the summer. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Paris. Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Paris during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Paris. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMumbai 28°C (82°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris 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 Paris because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Mumbai is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mumbai in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Paris averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Paris. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets more rain in October than Paris. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMumbai 29°C (84°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Paris. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Also, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
It's quite cold in Paris in the winter. In January, Mumbai is generally much warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 24°C (75°F), and Paris fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives more sunshine than Paris during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Paris. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMumbai 24°C (75°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Mumbai or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Paris. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Paris for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Mumbai is much warmer than Paris in the spring. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°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 Paris. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Paris. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMumbai 29°C (84°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris 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 (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 560 mm (22 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 640 mm (25.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 520 mm (20.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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