Which place is cheaper, Stockholm 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 Stockholm?
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 Stockholm can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Stockholm?
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.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Stockholm $227
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Stockholm is $227. 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 Stockholm in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Stockholm $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Stockholm $224
Compare Hotels in Petra and Stockholm
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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.
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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 Stockholm Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Stockholm $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra to Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) – Private Transfer: $130
- Petra to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $19
- Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
- Skavsta Airport Bus Transfer: $28
- Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Bromma Airport BMA: $66
- Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port: $66
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Uppsala City - Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer from Nynashamn Cruise Port to Stockholm Hotels: $83
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to city centre: $86
- Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $94
- Private Transfer from Stockholm hotels to Stockholm Cruise Port: $97
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to City centre or Port: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Stockholm?
Prices for flights to both Stockholm 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 $66Stockholm $73
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
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
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Breakfast$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $27
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $32
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $32
- Swedish Fika and Pastry Food Tour in Stockholm: $94
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Stockholm Food Tour: $119
- Food Tour: $119
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $136
- Stockholm Food Tour Dining Through Sweden’s History: $142
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Stockholm $29
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:
- Self Guided Tour of Petra Main Trail with App (No Tickets): $8.99
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- Private Guided Tour in Petra with licensed guide: $70
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
- Private 3-Hour Petra Tour: The Treasury & Main Ancient Highlights: $75
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $130
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Reveal Your Eye Experience at the Iris Galerie: $1.52
- Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $3.53
- Self-Guided Tours In Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.53
- From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $5.88
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Myths, Murders, and Monarchy: Stockholm Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Stockholm Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h20 and 25 reviews: $7.01
- Stockholm Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Adventure: $7.06
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Stockholm $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $26
- The Original Pub Crawl VIP Club Access: $27
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $37
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $38
- Wine tasting in Old Town Stockholm: $54
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Stockholm, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Petra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Stockholm 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 Petra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Petra 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 Petra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Stockholm Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Stockholm?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and 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 along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Petra or Stockholm?
Stockholm 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 Stockholm in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Stockholm. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, many visitors come to Stockholm in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally much warmer than Stockholm. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Stockholm fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Stockholm this time of the year. In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Stockholm during summer. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 260 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Petra usually receives less rain than Stockholm. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Stockholm 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Petra or Stockholm in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Petra as well as Stockholm. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Stockholm for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Petra is much warmer than Stockholm in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Stockholm fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the autumn, Petra often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 99 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in October than Stockholm. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Stockholm 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Petra or Stockholm in the Winter?
Both Stockholm and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Stockholm can be very cold. In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Stockholm. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Stockholm averages at about -3°C (27°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Stockholm during winter. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Petra usually receives more rain than Stockholm. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Stockholm -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Petra or Stockholm in the Spring?
Both Stockholm and Petra during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Stockholm. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Stockholm fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the spring, Petra often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 185 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in April than Stockholm. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Stockholm 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Stockholm and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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