Which place is cheaper, Sundborn or Rovaniemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Rovaniemi and Sundborn. 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.
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.
Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rovaniemi is €174, while the average daily cost in Sundborn is €0.00. 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 Sundborn in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Rovaniemi or Sundborn? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
Prices for flights to both Sundborn 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Sundborn, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Sundborn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sundborn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sundborn 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 Sundborn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Sundborn Expensive?.
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.
Both Sundborn and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Rovaniemi is cooler than Sundborn. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rovaniemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Sundborn averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In July, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Sundborn. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Sundborn and Rovaniemi during the autumn are popular places to visit.
The weather in Rovaniemi can be very cold. In October, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in October than Sundborn. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Sundborn.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sundborn. It's quite cold in Rovaniemi in the winter. Rovaniemi is much colder than Sundborn in the winter. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Sundborn fluctuates around -6°C (20°F).
In January, Rovaniemi usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Sundborn.
Sundborn can get quite cold in the spring. Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In the spring, Rovaniemi is much colder than Sundborn. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rovaniemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Sundborn averages at about 4°C (40°F).
Rovaniemi usually gets less rain in April than Sundborn. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Rovaniemi | Sundborn | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -6°C (20°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |