Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad 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 Oranjestad?
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 Oranjestad 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 Oranjestad?
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.
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Stockholm Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $221Oranjestad $337
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $221, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad is $337. 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 Oranjestad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $109Oranjestad $188
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $218Oranjestad $376
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Oranjestad
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Oranjestad? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Oranjestad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $23Oranjestad $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Arlanda Airport 1-7 Passengers: $229
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $207
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Business Car: $144
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Car: $222
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $163
- Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
- Arlanda Express Train Airport and Stockholm City Transfer: $46
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $144
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Luxury Car: $154
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Business Car: $134
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Luxury Van: $144
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oranjestad
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Oranjestad:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad:
- Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $130
- Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
- Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Oranjestad?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad 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 $70Oranjestad $109
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: $32
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $32
- Swedish Fika and Pastry Food Tour in Stockholm: $93
- 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: $135
- Stockholm Food Tour Dining Through Sweden’s History: $141
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $29Oranjestad $91
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: $3.52
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.52
- Stockholm Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.53
- Stockholm Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Adventure: $6.34
- Stockholm Troll Hunt: Self-Guided Old Town Adventure: $6.34
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Royal Vikings of Outdoor Escape Puzzle Adventure: $8.81
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.41
- Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles: $11
- Stockholm Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Best of Vaxholm: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Oranjestad
Here are a few typical costs in Oranjestad for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$25
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Horseback Riding Tour$70
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Golf$124
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$98
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba: Guided Countryside Exploration Tour: $45
- 3-Hour Aruba Highlights Guided Tour: $49
- Half-Day Aruba Island Tour with Top Attractions: $55
- Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
- Meet the Animals of Aruba Tour: $57
- Discover the Island of Aruba: 4-Hour Bus Tour & Snorkel: $59
- Full-Day Aruba History and Landmarks Tour: $69
- Aruba Downtown Historic And Cultural Walking Tour: $75
- Sunset Party Bus tour with Champagne toast on the beach.: $77
- Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
- Aruba: North Coast EZ Raider Adventure: $95
- Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $30Oranjestad $31
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: $53
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Oranjestad, we can see that Oranjestad is more expensive. And not only is Stockholm much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Oranjestad is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Stockholm would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Stockholm 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 Oranjestad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad than you might in Stockholm.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Oranjestad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Oranjestad?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Oranjestad. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Oranjestad, 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.
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.