Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus 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: Ephesus or Malmo?
Ephesus
The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).
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 Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, 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 dayEphesus $143Malmo $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $81. 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 Ephesus and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Malmo $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Malmo $96
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus 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: Ephesus Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Malmo $7.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
- Transfer izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Davutlar: $98
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
- Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $24
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi hotels: $24
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $58
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$18
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: $128
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Ephesus 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 dayEphesus $33Malmo $25
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.15
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Dessert$0.17
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.59
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Snacks$0.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
- Ephesus Tour with Cooking Class in the Village: $149
- Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $59
- Guided Food Tour in Malmö (Private): $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Malmo $16
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
- Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
- Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $76
- Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
- Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $100
- Ephesus tours Sirince Village from Kusadasi Port with lunch: $63
- Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
- Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
- Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
- Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
- "Ephesus Tours" Port Kusadasi lunch guide bus shopping Caravanserai artemis : $58
- "No Better Way to Explore History - Affordable Ephesus Tour": $30
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $21
- Exploring Malmo Walking Tour: $147
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $33
- Joyful Malmo Walking Tour for Couples: $147
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $9.35
- Malmö Photography Tour: $58
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $66
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $9.35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Malmo $35
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
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Beer$0.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $53
- Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
- Ephesus&Sirince Village with Wine Tasting Shore Ex: $100
- Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $130
- Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
- Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Malmo, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Malmo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Malmo 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Malmo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Malmo?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus 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 Ephesus or Malmo?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Ephesus or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Malmo.
Ephesus is much warmer than Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Malmo this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Malmo. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Malmo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Malmo.
In the autumn, Ephesus is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Malmo. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Malmo can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Malmo. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Malmo in the Spring?
Both Malmo and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit.
Ephesus is much warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Malmo. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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