Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Cairo?
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 Cairo or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Malmo can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Cairo or Malmo?
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
Malmo
Located on the southern tip of Sweden, in the province of Skane, Malmo is Sweden's third largest city. It has a very international population with about a third of the residents being from countries other than Sweden. This diversity is evident within Malmo, which is rich in culture, interesting food, and an array of entertainment options. Historically, Malmo was an industrial city with a ship building company, Kockums being the area's largest employer. Today, however, the city is much more economicaly diverse with many eco friendly neighborhoods and plenty of suburban style housing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $31Malmo $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $31, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $113. 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 Cairo and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Malmo $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Malmo $108
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Malmo? 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: Cairo Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.53Malmo $9.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- transfer from Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels to Alexandria: $55
- private transfer from Cairo to Alexandria: $95
- private Airport Transfer from any destination in Cairo or Giza: $35
- one transfer from airport to Cairo Giza hotels or hotels to Cairo airport: $22
- Welcome to Private Airport Pickup & Transfer: $24
- Visit Mall of Egypt with Hotel Transfer: $47
- VIP Private Cairo Airport Transfer To Or From Cairo , Giza Hotels: $17
- VIP Meet and assist with transfer from Cairo and SPX Airport: $12
- VIP Meet and Greet Private Hotel Transfer From Cairo Airport: $20
- VIP Meet and Assist in Cairo Airport with Private Transfer to Cairo Hotels: $49
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- VIP Luxury Airport Transfer: Mercedes E-Class Meet & Greet: $50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Malmo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Malmo:
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Malmö Bus Card$21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malmö City to Kastrup hotel/address - Private Car Transfer: $103
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $56
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo: $103
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Cairo 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 dayCairo $16Malmo $50
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $5.00
- Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $7.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $7.00
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Romantic Nile Dinner Cruise Experience: $8.00
- 5 Star Dinner Nile Cruise in Cairo Night Tour: $8.00
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $8.00
- 2-hours night dinner cruise show : Eat , Dance and Sing: $8.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taysta's Food Tour i Malmö: $42
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.46Malmo $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.78
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.02
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (Egypt jewel) Day Tour To Giza Pyramids, Museum, Mosque &Felucca: $55
- 01 Day Cairo tour Islamic and Coptic Cairo: $143
- 01 Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $246
- 1 Day Private Tour in Cairo and Giza: $90
- 1 Day Private Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $100
- 1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $30
- 1 Day tour to Giza pyramids Memphis city Dahshur and Saqqara pyramids: $15
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Private Tour Around Giza Pyramids: $30
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Private Tour around Giza Pyramids: $38
- 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
- 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
- 1 Hour adventure in the Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Malmö with Audio Guide: $5.88
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö: $16
- Malmo Syndicate City Escape Game Self Guided Experience: $23
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $25
- Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket: $25
- Malmo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $44
- Malmö Photography Tour: $66
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $71
- Malmo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $75
- Copenhagen and Hamlet Tour: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.37Malmo $40
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Malmo, we can see that Malmo is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Malmo 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 Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Malmo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Malmo than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Malmo?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Malmo, 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 Cairo or Malmo?
Malmo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cairo or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Malmo. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Cairo is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Malmo averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Malmo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Malmo. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Malmo. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Cairo during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Malmo. Cairo is much warmer than Malmo in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Malmo. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Malmo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Malmo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Malmo. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.