Which place is cheaper, Freeport or Malmo?
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 Malmo or Freeport?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Malmo or Freeport, 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: Malmo or Freeport?
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.
Freeport
When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.
This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Stockholm, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Malmo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMalmo $115Freeport $290
The average daily cost (per person) in Malmo is $115, while the average daily cost in Freeport is $290. 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 Malmo and Freeport in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMalmo $55Freeport $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMalmo $110Freeport $282
Compare Hotels in Malmo and Freeport
Looking for a hotel in Malmo or Freeport? 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: Malmo Hotel Prices and Freeport Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Malmo $9.11Freeport $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$21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $167
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $134
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $105
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $68
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $68
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport
Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer : $150
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers Grand Lucayan Resort Freeport: $30
- Round-trip Airport Transfers to Castaway Resorts, Freeport: $30
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Viva Club Fortuna Freeport: $30
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Between Freeport Airport and Pelican Bay Resort : $30
- Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $68
- Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $68
- Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $256
- Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $183
- Private One way Airport Transfer in Freeport : $180
- Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $78
- Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key : $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Malmo or Freeport?
Prices for flights to both Freeport and Malmo 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 dayMalmo $51Freeport $110
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Malmo $18Freeport $40
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: $25
- Copenhagen and Hamlet Tour: $143
- Guided Walking Tour in Malmö: $45
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö: $16
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $38
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Malmö Photography Tour: $67
- Malmö Private Walking Tour with a Local: $56
- Malmo Syndicate City Escape Game Self Guided Experience: $31
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $72
- Old Town Helsingborg: Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour: $7.16
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $8.63
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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10 Dive Package$299
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4 Hr. Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Freeport
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.
- Jet Ski Tour: Explore the Bahamas Coastlines -90 minutes: $206
- Swim with the Pigs Freeport @Creative Eco Adventures: $72
- Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
- Clear Kayak Tour: $120
- CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
- East End Private Day Trip Experience Tour : $270
- Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $127
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $126
- Grand Bahama Culture, History & Local Flavors Tour: $280
- Junkanoo Adventure with Bahamian Cuisine Tasting: $850
- Go Kart Adventure Caves Pirates Beaches: $109
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMalmo $41Freeport $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:
- Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Malmo and Freeport, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Malmo is in Europe and Freeport is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport 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 Malmo Expensive? and Is Freeport Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Malmo or Freeport?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Freeport. When comparing the sizes of Malmo and Freeport, 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.
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.