Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil?
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 Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil?
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.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $220Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $220, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $108Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $216Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Guayaquil? 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 Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $23Guayaquil $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Stockholm- Private transfer to/from Arlanda Airport and city: $137
- Stockholm- Private transfer to/from Arlanda Airport and city: $139
- Stockholm hotel to Stockholm Port - Departure Private Transfer: $104
- Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $196
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Skavsta Airport: $270
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to city centre: $85
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to City centre or Port: $97
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm hotel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $209
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) - Departure Private Transfer: $93
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm Airport (ARN) - Departure Transfer: $104
- Stockholm Departure Private Transfer to Arlanda ARN Airport by Business Car: $142
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Private Transfer: Guayaquil City to Guayaquil Airport: $48
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- Guayaquil Airport GYE to Guayaquil city -Arrival Private Transfer: $19
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $17
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $20
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $18
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport.: $20
- Guayaquil to Guayaquil Airport GYE Departure Private Transfer: $19
- Private Airport Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel: $20
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $226
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $249
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil city hotels to Manta Cruise Port: $226
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil 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 $70Guayaquil $50
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
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $31
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $31
- Swedish Fika and Pastry Food Tour in Stockholm: $92
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Stockholm Food Tour: $116
- Food Tour: $119
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $133
- Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm: $153
- Wild Food Foraging & Fire Cooking Course Stockholm 3-Course Lunch: $157
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Wagyu Cooking Class in Guayaquil: $135
- Cooking Class, Wine & Chocolate Experience: $174
- Half Day of Cooking and Chocolate at Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil: $175
- Gastronomic workshop tour, live cooking, Learn about the Ecuadorian culinary art: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $28Guayaquil $21
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour: $153
- 1-day 7h Royal Palace and Castle Tour from Stockholm: $413
- 1.5-hour Stockholm Old Town Walking Tour: $16
- 2 Hour Escape Room City Walk and History Experience in Stockholm: $135
- 2 Hour Stockholm Metro Tour: $83
- 2-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago - self guided: $284
- 3 Hours Guided Shopping Tour in Stockholm Thrifting Stores: $105
- 3-4h Viking History Short Day Tour from Stockholm: $123
- 3-Hour Private Stockholm Photography Tour of Famous Landmarks: $171
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.27
- Best Stockholm Bike Tour. English, French or Spanish!: $74
- Best of Stockholm Walking Tour-3 Hours, Small Group max 10: $74
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cultural Tour of the Museums of Guayaquil: $35
- Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City: $50
- Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City: $50
- City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride: $58
- Half-Day City Tour—Iguana Park & Santa Ana Hill: $70
- Guayaquil to Cuenca one-way tour with Cajas Park and a Cacao Farm visit: $74
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Santa Ana: $74
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana: $74
- Private Guayaquil City Tour: $77
- City Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $80
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana: $80
- Historic Walking Tour Through Time & Culture: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $29Guayaquil $17
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: $37
- Wine tasting in Old Town Stockholm: $53
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
Sample the Local Flavors in Guayaquil
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
- Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu: $65
- Premium Wine Tasting and 3-Course Pairing Menu in Guayaquil.: $86
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting: $428
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Guayaquil, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 56% larger than the population of Stockholm. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Guayaquil, 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 Guayaquil?
Stockholm has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Stockholm or Guayaquil in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Guayaquil. Most visitors come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the summer, Stockholm is cooler than Guayaquil. Typically, the summer temperatures in Stockholm in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. Stockholm usually gets less rain in July than Guayaquil. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStockholm 18°C (64°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
Both Guayaquil and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Stockholm is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around 8°C (46°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In October, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Stockholm gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStockholm 8°C (46°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Guayaquil in the Winter?
Both Guayaquil and Stockholm during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
It's quite cold in Stockholm in the winter. Stockholm is much colder than Guayaquil in the winter. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Stockholm usually gets less rain in January than Guayaquil. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStockholm -3°C (27°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Guayaquil in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Guayaquil. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Stockholm is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the spring temperatures in Stockholm in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStockholm 5°C (41°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Stockholm
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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