A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kemi vs. Stockholm for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Kemi or Stockholm?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kemi and Stockholm. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Kemi or Stockholm?

Kemi

Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.

Stockholm

Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.

Which place is cheaper, Stockholm or Kemi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €134, while the average daily cost in Stockholm is €159. 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 Kemi and Stockholm in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kemi €74
    Stockholm €90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kemi €148
    Stockholm €180
Compare Hotels in Kemi and Stockholm

Looking for a hotel in Kemi or Stockholm? 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.

Hotels in Kemi


Hotels in Stockholm


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kemi €39
    Stockholm €19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:

  • Stockholm hotel to Stockholm Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $83
  • Stockholm hotel or address to Stockholm Port - Private Car Transfer: $42
  • Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) to Stockholm City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $160
  • Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Skavsta Airport: $293
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Bromma Airport: $73
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Arlanda Airport: $120
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to city centre: $102
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Skavsta airport: $293
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Bromma airport: $73
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Arlanda airport: $159
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to City centre or Port: $73

Is it cheaper to fly into Kemi or Stockholm?

Prices for flights to both Stockholm and Kemi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kemi €34
    Stockholm €34

Typical Food prices in Stockholm

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:


  • Breakfast
    €8.58

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.

  • Food Tour: $96
  • Stockholm Food Tour: $98
  • Sunset Kayak Tour in the Archipelago + Dinner: $138
  • From Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $138
  • Stockholm Dinner Experience: $147
  • Stockholm Private Food Tour with a Local: Tastiest Treats 100% Personalized: $182
  • Private Food Tour on The 10 Tastings of Stockholm : $196
  • Private Yacht Cruise with Lunch or Dinner in Stockholm Archipelago: $1,318

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kemi €29
    Stockholm €24

Tours and Activities in Kemi

For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • SnowExperience365 Kemi entrance: $19
  • From Icebreaker Sampo Cruise & Pickup: $364
  • From Icebreaker Cruise with Lunch and Ice Floating: $409

Tours and Activities in Stockholm

Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 3-Hour Private Walking Tour in Stockholm: $494
  • Magic Christmas Tour in Sigtuna: $438
  • Stockholm Fire and Ice Tour! Dive into Swedish lifestyle! Bike and Sauna: $235
  • The Best of Sigtuna Walking Tour: $632
  • 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour: $162
  • 1-day 7h Royal Palace and Castle Tour from Stockholm: $363
  • 2-Day Kayak Tour in the Stockholm Archipelago: $402
  • 2-Day Kayaking Tour in the Archipelago of Stockholm: $452
  • 2-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour: $412
  • 2-Day Small-Group Stockholm Hiking Tours: $324
  • 2-Hour Walking Tour in Stockholm: $3.29
  • 2-day Kayak Tour in Stockholm Archipelago: $353

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kemi €12
    Stockholm €24

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kemi and Stockholm, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Kemi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kemi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kemi 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm than you might in Kemi.

Which is Bigger, Kemi or Stockholm?

Stockholm is bigger, and its population is about 55.4 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the population of Kemi vs. Stockholm, 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 and the activities that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Kemi or Stockholm?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Kemi or Stockholm in the Summer?

Both Stockholm and Kemi during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Kemi is cooler than Stockholm in the summer. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Stockholm fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

In Stockholm, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kemi. In the summer, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 260 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets less rain in July than Stockholm. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Kemi 15°C (60°F) 
    Stockholm 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Kemi or Stockholm in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Stockholm. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year.

The weather in Kemi can be very cold. In the autumn, Kemi is much colder than Stockholm. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kemi in October average around 2°C (36°F), and Stockholm averages at about 8°C (46°F).

Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Stockholm during autumn. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Kemi usually receives more rain than Stockholm. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Kemi 2°C (36°F) 
    Stockholm 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Kemi or Stockholm in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Stockholm. Also, many travelers come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Stockholm. It's quite cold in Kemi in the winter. In January, Kemi is generally much colder than Stockholm. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around -12°C (10°F), and Stockholm fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).

In the winter, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Stockholm. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 40 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets more rain in January than Stockholm. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Kemi -12°C (10°F) 
    Stockholm -3°C (27°F)

Should I visit Kemi or Stockholm in the Spring?

Both Stockholm and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Stockholm in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Kemi. Kemi is much colder than Stockholm in the spring. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -1°C (31°F) in April, and Stockholm fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

Kemi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Stockholm during spring. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Kemi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Stockholm. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Kemi -1°C (31°F) 
    Stockholm 5°C (41°F)

Typical Weather for Stockholm and Kemi

Kemi Stockholm
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -12°C (10°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) -3°C (27°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Feb -12°C (11°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) -3°C (27°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Mar -7°C (19°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 0°C (33°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Apr -1°C (31°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 5°C (41°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
May 6°C (43°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 13°C (55°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jul 15°C (60°F) 50 mm (2 in) 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 13°C (56°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 17°C (62°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 12°C (54°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 8°C (46°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Nov -4°C (24°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec -10°C (15°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) -1°C (31°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)


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