A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Porvoo vs. Malmo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Porvoo or Malmo?

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 Porvoo and Malmo. 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: Porvoo or Malmo?

Porvoo

Porvoo is a city and a municipality situated on the southern coast of Finland approximately 50 kilometers east of Helsinki. Porvoo is one of the six medieval towns in Finland, first mentioned as a city in texts from 14th century. Even though Porvoo is not exactly a coastal town, it is connected to the Gulf of Finland via the Porvoo River. The river flows through the city, passing Porvoo's most well-known landmarks: the red shore houses. Historically, Porvoo has been an important center of trade. Founded nearly 800 years ago, Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland and evidence of its long history can still be seen and felt as you walk its charming streets. For centuries, the city has served as both a home and a source of inspiration for many Finnish artists.

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 Tours for Seniors to Finland, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Helsinki.


Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Porvoo?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Porvoo is €132, while the average daily cost in Malmo is €77. 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 Porvoo and Malmo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Porvoo 69
    Malmo 45
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Porvoo 138
    Malmo 90
Compare Hotels in Porvoo and Malmo

Looking for a hotel in Porvoo 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.

Hotels in Porvoo


Hotels in Malmo


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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: Porvoo Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Porvoo 56
    Malmo 7.47

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Malmo

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Malmo:


  • Malmö Bus Card
    17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo

Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Malmo City to Fredericia Cruise Port: $97
  • Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $97
  • Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $123
  • Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $96
  • Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $96
  • Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $28
  • Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
  • Malmö City to Kastrup hotel/address - Private Car Transfer: $46
  • Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $129

Is it cheaper to fly into Porvoo or Malmo?

Prices for flights to both Malmo and Porvoo 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
    Porvoo 30
    Malmo 24
Typical Food Prices in Porvoo

For Porvoo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch for 2
    42

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo

For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $60

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Porvoo 21
    Malmo 15

Tours and Activities in Porvoo

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

  • Private Tour: Porvoo Exclusive Journey: $614

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: $22
  • Exploring Malmo Walking Tour: $149
  • Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $34
  • Joyful Malmo Walking Tour for Couples: $149
  • Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $7.78
  • Malmö Photography Tour: $61
  • Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $67
  • Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $7.78

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Porvoo 9.93
    Malmo 33


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porvoo and Malmo, we can see that Porvoo is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Porvoo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Porvoo 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 Porvoo Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Malmo?

Malmo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Porvoo. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo 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 Porvoo or Malmo?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Porvoo or Malmo in the Summer?

Both Malmo and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In the summer, Porvoo is around the same temperature as Malmo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Porvoo in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Malmo averages at about 17°C (62°F).

It's quite sunny in Malmo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porvoo. Porvoo usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during summer. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Malmo. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Porvoo 17°C (62°F) 
    Malmo 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Malmo in the Autumn?

Both Malmo and Porvoo during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In October, Porvoo is generally much colder than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 6°C (42°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

In the autumn, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Malmo. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets more rain in October than Malmo. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Porvoo 6°C (42°F) 
    Malmo 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Malmo in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Malmo.

It's quite cold in Malmo in the winter. The weather in Porvoo can be very cold. Porvoo is much colder than Malmo in the winter. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around -6°C (21°F) in January, and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).

Porvoo usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Malmo. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Porvoo -6°C (21°F) 
    Malmo 0°C (32°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Malmo in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Malmo.

It's quite cold in Porvoo in the spring. In the spring, Porvoo is much colder than Malmo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Porvoo in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Malmo averages at about 5°C (42°F).

In the spring, Porvoo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets more rain in April than Malmo. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Porvoo 3°C (37°F) 
    Malmo 5°C (42°F)

Typical Weather for Malmo and Porvoo

Porvoo Malmo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -6°C (21°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 0°C (32°F) 37 mm (1.4 in)
Feb -7°C (20°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) -0°C (32°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar -3°C (27°F) 34 mm (1.4 in) 2°C (35°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 3°C (37°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 5°C (42°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 9°C (49°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 11°C (51°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 17°C (62°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 11°C (51°F) 74 mm (2.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Oct 6°C (42°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 10°C (50°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Nov 1°C (33°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 6°C (42°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Dec -4°C (26°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 2°C (36°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)