Which place is cheaper, Sopron or Malmo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Malmo or Sopron, 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.
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.
Sopron is a city in northwestern Hungary, located right on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps near Lake Neusiedl.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Hungary, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Malmo is $81, while the average daily cost in Sopron is $65. 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 Sopron in more detail.
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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:
Prices for flights to both Sopron 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.
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few actual costs in Sopron for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Malmo and Sopron, we can see that Malmo is more expensive. And not only is Sopron much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sopron would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sopron 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 Sopron.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Malmo Expensive? and Is Sopron Expensive?.
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Sopron. When comparing the sizes of Malmo and Sopron, 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 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.
Both Sopron and Malmo during the summer are popular places to visit.
Malmo is cooler than Sopron in the summer. The daily temperature in Malmo averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Sopron fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Sopron, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Malmo. In the summer, Malmo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sopron. Malmo gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 255 hours of full sun.
Malmo usually gets less rain in July than Sopron. Malmo gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Malmo and Sopron.
In the autumn, Malmo is cooler than Sopron. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Malmo in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Sopron averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Malmo usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during autumn. Malmo gets 104 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 140 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Malmo usually receives more rain than Sopron. Malmo gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Malmo as well as Sopron.
Sopron can be very cold during winter. Malmo can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Malmo is generally much colder than Sopron. Daily temperatures in Malmo average around 0°C (32°F), and Sopron fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Malmo often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Malmo gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 65 hours of full sun.
Malmo usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Sopron. Malmo gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Sopron and Malmo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Malmo is much colder than Sopron in the spring. The daily temperature in Malmo averages around 5°C (42°F) in April, and Sopron fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Sopron. Malmo usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during spring. Malmo gets 173 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 202 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Malmo usually receives less rain than Sopron. Malmo gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Malmo | Sopron | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Mar | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
May | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |