Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Petra?
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 Petra or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Petra and Malmo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Malmo?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
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 Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, 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 dayPetra $153Malmo $117
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, 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 Petra and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Malmo $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Malmo $112
Compare Hotels in Petra and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Malmo $9.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Madaba – Safe & Comfortable Ride: $140
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
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:
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $57
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo: $104
- Malmö City to Kastrup hotel/address - Private Car Transfer: $104
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $133
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $135
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Malmo $51
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
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: $33
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Malmo $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Exclusive Golden Hour Sunrise Tour in Petra: $150
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour | Guide Sami Nawafleh: $225
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
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: $5.92
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö: $16
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $25
- Malmo Syndicate City Escape Game Self Guided Experience: $31
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $38
- Malmo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $44
- Malmö Photography Tour: $67
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $72
- Malmo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Malmo $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Malmo, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East 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 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra 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 Petra Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Malmo?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra 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 Petra or Malmo?
Malmo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Petra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Petra or Malmo in the Summer?
Both Malmo and Petra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Malmo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Malmo. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Petra or Malmo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Malmo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round.
Petra is much warmer than Malmo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Malmo. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Petra or Malmo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Petra as well as Malmo. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Malmo can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Malmo averages at about 0°C (32°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets more rain in January than Malmo. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 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 JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Petra or Malmo in the Spring?
Both Malmo and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Malmo. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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