Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Funchal or Malmo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
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 Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Malmo is €76. 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 Funchal and Malmo in more detail.
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Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Malmo:
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Malmo, we can see that Funchal 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 Funchal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Funchal 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 Funchal Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Malmo.
Funchal is a little warmer than Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 22°C (72°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 Funchal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Malmo during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Malmo. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Malmo.
In the autumn, Funchal is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Funchal in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Funchal receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Malmo. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Malmo and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Malmo can be very cold. In January, Funchal is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 16°C (61°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than Malmo. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Malmo and Funchal during the spring are popular places to visit.
Funchal is much warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Malmo. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Funchal | Malmo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |