Which place is cheaper, Linkoping or Rovaniemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rovaniemi or Linkoping?
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 Rovaniemi and Linkoping. 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: Rovaniemi or Linkoping?
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it's a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights. It's home to Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests.
Linkoping
Linkoping is in the northern portion of the Gotaland region and is the capital of Ostergotland county. The city has all of the amenities of a larger city, but manages to maintain the feel and atmosphere of a quaint small town. This is mainly due to the lack of tall buildings within the city limits. Building height is restricted by the nearby military airfield, so Linkoping has a cosy ambiance that leads you to believe that you're somewhere hidden away. The university that is located here also helps create the feel of a college town. The students are well integrated into city life and help bring energy and entertainment to town, both in the form of cultural events during the day as well and an active night life in the evening.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRovaniemi €174Linkoping €102
The average daily cost (per person) in Rovaniemi is €174, while the average daily cost in Linkoping is €102. 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 Rovaniemi and Linkoping in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRovaniemi €93Linkoping €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRovaniemi €186Linkoping €100
Compare Hotels in Rovaniemi and Linkoping
Looking for a hotel in Rovaniemi or Linkoping? 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: Rovaniemi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rovaniemi €31Linkoping €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rovaniemi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
- Airport & City Transfers in Rovaniemi : $76
- Airport Rovaniemi Transfer by Private Van: $114
- From Helsinki: Private Transfer to Rovaniemi: $85
- From Rovaniemi Private Transfer To Polar Explorer Icebreaker: $48
- From Return Transfer to Ranua Zoo by Private Van: $383
- From Return Transfer to Ranua Zoo by Private Van: $29
- Private Arrival Transfer from Rovaniemi Airport or Train Station: $55
- Private Departure Transfer from Rovaniemi: $54
- Private Transfer Kiruna - Tromso: $106
- Private Transfer Rovaniemi - Helsinki: $96
- Private Transfer Rovaniemi - Kirkenes: $96
- Private Transfer Rovaniemi - Kiruna: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Rovaniemi or Linkoping?
Prices for flights to both Linkoping and Rovaniemi 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 dayRovaniemi €47Linkoping €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rovaniemi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
- Snow Restaurant Dinner Tour: $115
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $133
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $146
- Traditional Lappish evening in the wilderness with dinner: $168
- Private Sauna, Jacuzzi and Dinner: $176
- Private tour: Lappish evening (sauna, jacuzzi and dinner): $179
- Glass Igloo Campfire Dinner under Northern Lights : $222
- Northern Lights dinner in a Glass Igloo: $233
- Aurora Borealis Dinner in a Glass Igloo: $233
- Dinner with Northern Light hunt : $234
- PRIVATE Party dinner in a Glass Igloo Under Northern Lights : $239
- PRIVATE Glass Igloo Dinner Under Northern Lights : $239
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rovaniemi €48Linkoping €22
Tours and Activities in Rovaniemi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
- Essential A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- SnowGlow Winterpark Entry Ticket: $26
- Snowman World Entrance Ticket: $31
- Guided Supermarket Tour: $37
- From Northern Lights Photo Tour with Pickup: $67
- Rovaniemi photography tour: $70
- Northern Lights Hunting Tour: $73
- From Northern Lights Photo Tour with Pickup: $73
- Northern Lights Tour with Pickup: $73
- From Northern Lights Van Tour with Photos: $73
- From Northern Lights Van Tour with Photos: $73
- Aurora Hunting Photography Tour with Hot Drinks: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRovaniemi €21Linkoping €18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Linkoping, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Linkoping much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linkoping would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linkoping 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 Rovaniemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rovaniemi than you might in Linkoping.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Linkoping Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rovaniemi or Linkoping?
Linkoping has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Rovaniemi. When comparing the sizes of Rovaniemi and Linkoping, 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 Rovaniemi or Linkoping?
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 Rovaniemi or Linkoping in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Linkoping.
In the summer, Rovaniemi is cooler than Linkoping. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rovaniemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Linkoping averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Linkoping this time of the year. In Rovaniemi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rovaniemi usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during summer. Rovaniemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRovaniemi 15°C (60°F)Linkoping 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linkoping in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Linkoping.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In October, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Linkoping. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Linkoping fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Rovaniemi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 80 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in October than Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRovaniemi 2°C (36°F)Linkoping 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linkoping in the Winter?
Both Linkoping and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Linkoping can be very cold during winter. Rovaniemi can get quite cold in the winter. Rovaniemi is much colder than Linkoping in the winter. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Linkoping fluctuates around -3°C (28°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives less sunshine than Linkoping during winter. Rovaniemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 32 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rovaniemi usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRovaniemi -12°C (10°F)Linkoping -3°C (28°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linkoping in the Spring?
Both Linkoping and Rovaniemi during the spring are popular places to visit.
Rovaniemi can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Rovaniemi is much colder than Linkoping. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rovaniemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Linkoping averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the spring, Rovaniemi often gets more sunshine than Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 157 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Linkoping. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRovaniemi -1°C (31°F)Linkoping 6°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Linkoping and Rovaniemi
| Rovaniemi | Linkoping | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -3°C (28°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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.