Which place is cheaper, Cuenca or Stockholm?
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 Stockholm or Cuenca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Stockholm and Cuenca can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Stockholm or Cuenca?
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.
Cuenca
Cuenca is a vibrant colonial city in southern Ecuador, the third largest in the country, and the capital of Azuay Province. Cuenca is considered as Ecuador's most important and beautiful colonial city after Quito. Dating from the 16th century, Cuenca's historic center, a Unesco World Heritage Site with its trademark skyline of massive rotundas and soaring steeples, is a magical sight in which you will feel like you are moving back in time. Cuenca is the center of many craft traditions, including ceramics, metalwork and the internationally famous panama hat. The nearby villages also offer many other handicrafts. Tourists enjoy wandering the ancient streets discovering picturesque alleys and hidden corners, where nuns march along cobblestone streets and kids in Catholic-school uniforms skip past historic churches. Fascinating historic monuments and fabulous views are found at every turn. Cuenca also has outstanding art museums and festivals. For a rewarding cultural experience, visit during Easter to attend the Festival of Religious Music.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best Wildlife Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $220Cuenca $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $220, while the average daily cost in Cuenca is $53. 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 Stockholm and Cuenca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $108Cuenca $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $216Cuenca $26
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Cuenca
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Cuenca? 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: Stockholm Hotel Prices and Cuenca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $23Cuenca $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Bromma Airport to Stockholm City 1-7 Passengers: $208
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Arlanda Airport 1-7 Passengers: $229
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $208
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Business Car: $150
- Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $19
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $133
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Business Car: $133
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Luxury Van: $142
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA in Luxury Car: $152
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Stockholm Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $167
- Economy Transfer from Stockholm City To Arlanda Airport: $186
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cuenca:
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Taxi Ride$2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cuenca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cuenca:
- Cuenca Airport Transfer: $13
- Cuenca to/from Guayaquil Private Transfer: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Cuenca?
Prices for flights to both Cuenca and Stockholm 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 dayStockholm $70Cuenca $26
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$10
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: $31
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $32
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Stockholm Food Tour: $118
- Food Tour: $119
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $134
- Stockholm Food Tour Dining Through Sweden’s History: $140
- Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm: $156
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
Typical Food Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cuenca:
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Lunch$10
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Snacks$5.00
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Empanada$1.50
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Hot Dog$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cuenca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cuenca.
- Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador: $33
- Cuenca Kitchens Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $41
- Cuenca Table Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $43
- Cooking Class & Market Tour in Cuenca: $55
- 4h Cooking Class in Cuenca with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $85
- 4h Cooking Class in 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $86
- Cuenca City Tour & Cooking Class (PRIVATE Tour from Cuenca): $112
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $28Cuenca $16
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
- Self-Guided Tours In Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.49
- Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $3.49
- From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $5.82
- Stockholm Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.37
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.37
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.92
- Stockholm Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h20 and 25 reviews: $6.98
- Stockholm Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Adventure: $6.99
- Stockholm Troll Hunt: Self-Guided Old Town Adventure: $6.99
- Myths, Murders, and Monarchy: Stockholm Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
Tours and Activities in Cuenca
Here are a few actual costs in Cuenca for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour: $16
- Cuenca Chocolate Tour with Practice Class: $20
- Chocolate Sightseeing Tour with Hands-On Class: $20
- Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory: $35
- Walking Tour Through The Historic Center Of Cuenca: $35
- Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory: $35
- Pumapungo Museum Guided Tour: $35
- Tour of the best of Cuenca, walking through its Historic Center: $35
- Rivers Bike Tour with Artisan Ice Cream Stop: $37
- Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca: $39
- Private Day Tour in Cuenca and Cajas: $41
- Cuenca Urban Adventure: Streets, Views & Local Stories: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $29Cuenca $14
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Cuenca
Also in Cuenca, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cuenca Pub Crawl: Pub Crawl with Drinks and Free Club Entry: $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Cuenca, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Cuenca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Cuenca is in South America, 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 Cuenca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cuenca 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 Cuenca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Cuenca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Cuenca?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Cuenca. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Cuenca, 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 Stockholm or Cuenca?
Stockholm has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cuenca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Stockholm or Cuenca in the Summer?
Both Cuenca and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Cuenca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Stockholm is cooler than Cuenca in the summer. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Cuenca fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In July, Stockholm usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStockholm 18°C (64°F)Cuenca 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Cuenca in the Autumn?
Both Cuenca and Stockholm during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cuenca year-round.
In the autumn, Stockholm is much colder than Cuenca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Stockholm in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Cuenca averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Stockholm usually gets more rain in October than Cuenca. Stockholm gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStockholm 8°C (46°F)Cuenca 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Cuenca in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Cuenca. Many visitors come to Stockholm in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Cuenca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cuenca can be very cold during winter. Stockholm can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Stockholm is generally much colder than Cuenca. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around -3°C (27°F), and Cuenca fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
In January, Stockholm usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStockholm -3°C (27°F)Cuenca 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Cuenca in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Cuenca. Most visitors come to Stockholm for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cuenca throughout the year.
Stockholm is much colder than Cuenca in the spring. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Cuenca fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Stockholm usually gets less rain in April than Cuenca. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStockholm 5°C (41°F)Cuenca 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Cuenca and Stockholm
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
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