Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Delhi?
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 Delhi or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Malmo, 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: Delhi or Malmo?
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
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 Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, 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 dayDelhi $49Malmo $117
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $49, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $117. 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 Delhi and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $21Malmo $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $42Malmo $112
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Delhi 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: Delhi Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.31Malmo $9.26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.11
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Taxi to Airport$1.68
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.58
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- VIP Arrival Meet & Assist service at Delhi Airport (opt transfer): $81
- Transfer from Delhi airport to hotel: $50
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Transfer Delhi to Agra by AC car with Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Visit: $80
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Day Trip from Delhi with Guide & Transfers: $88
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Same Day Agra from Delhi with Luxury Transfers : A Taj Trip: $88
- Safe Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport or Hotel to Agra: $19
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
- Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels: $59
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$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $132
- Malmö City to Kastrup hotel/address - Private Car Transfer: $104
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $57
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo: $104
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Delhi 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 dayDelhi $18Malmo $51
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.08
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $39
- Chandni Chowk Delhi Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $39
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: $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $17Malmo $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$9.16
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “India’s Golden Triangle & Taj Mahal: 4-Day Private Tour”: $225
- 02 Days Overnight Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $180
- 02 nights 03 Days Private Jaipur tour from Delhi: $280
- 02-Days Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Luxury Tour with Fatehpur Sikri from Delhi: $98
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $156
- 04 Days Golden Triangle Tour of India: $199
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Jaipur Tour by Car - All Inclusive Tour: $254
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour by Car: $119
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour With Experienced Guide: $63
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour with Mughal Experience: $169
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: $5.90
- 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: $24
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $7.63Malmo $41
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Malmo, we can see that Malmo is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Delhi is in Asia 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 Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Malmo?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Delhi 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 Delhi or Malmo?
Malmo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Delhi or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Malmo. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is much warmer than Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Malmo. In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Malmo. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun.
Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Malmo. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
In the autumn, Delhi is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Malmo. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 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 OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Delhi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Malmo can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Delhi is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Malmo. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 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 JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Malmo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Delhi is much warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives more rain than Malmo. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 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 AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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