Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Hanoi?
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 Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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: Hanoi or Malmo?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
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 Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, 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 dayHanoi $57Malmo $117
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, 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 Hanoi and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Malmo $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Malmo $112
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.56Malmo $9.26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.04
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Vietnam Easy Entry Visa On Arrival with Private Airport Transfer: $24
- Transfer to or from Sapa in a Sleeper Bus from Hanoi: $30
- Transfer Hanoi to Halong Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
- Top-Rated Luxury Halong Bay 2-Day Cruise Including Hanoi Transfer: $285
- The Ionah Show in Hanoi with round trip transfers: $90
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N Stay At 3* Hotel -Transfer by Sleep BUS: $159
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N At 3 Star Hotel by sleeping BUS TRANSFER: $129
- The Best 2D1N HALONG BAY- All Inclusive,Overnight on Boat By Expressway Transfer: $136
- Small Group Halong Islands, Cave, Kayak. Seafood Lunch. Transfers: $141
- Shuttle Bus Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay: $18
- Shared Transfer Hanoi - Halong (And Vice Versa) By Limousine Car: $17
- Sea Octopus - Luxury Halong Cruise From Hanoi Roundtrip Transfer: $110
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 Hanoi or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $23Malmo $51
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.18
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.87
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.87
- Private Sapa Cooking Class With Ethnic Minorities Chef From Sapa: $1.87
- Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street: $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi Farm-to-Table Cooking Class with Village Cycling: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with egg coffee making: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $21
- Walking food tour & Train Street visit small group: $21
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.Hanoi $8.10Malmo $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.66
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- (HOT) Hanoi Guided Street Food and Train Street Tour with Local: $25
- (Private) Hanoi French Quarter walking Tour: $5.13
- (Private) Hanoi War Sites Tour: $5.13
- (Private) MUSEUM TOUR in HANOI: $5.13
- 07 Hours Explore Halong Bay on Pamela Luxury Cruises: $75
- 1 Day Dia Tang Phi Lai, Cay Thi Pagoda and Trang An Complex Tour: $122
- 1 Day Guided Tour to Ha Noi City: $48
- 1 Day Halong and Lan Ha Bay Hera Luxury Day Cruise from Hanoi: $90
- 1 Day Luxury Day Tour in Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave: $50
- 1 Day Luxury Ninh Binh Day Tour Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave: $50
- 1 Day Luxury Ninh Binh Tour Bai Dinh and Trang An Boat Trip: $58
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 dayHanoi $7.32Malmo $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Malmo, we can see that Malmo is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hanoi 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 Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Malmo?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi 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 Hanoi or Malmo?
Malmo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hanoi or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Malmo. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Hanoi is much warmer than Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi usually gets more rain in July than Malmo. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
In the autumn, Hanoi is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In October, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Malmo. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Hanoi is November to April.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Hanoi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Malmo. In January, Hanoi is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Hanoi usually gets less rain in January than Malmo. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 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 JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Malmo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
Hanoi is much warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Malmo. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring. November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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 | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 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.