Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Stockholm?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Stockholm or Ottawa?
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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa?
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.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $169Ottawa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $169, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is $123. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $96Ottawa $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $192Ottawa $36
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Ottawa? 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 Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $20Ottawa $7.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Train Transfer between City and Arlanda Airport: $21
- Stockholm hotel to Stockholm Port Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Stockholm hotel to Stockholm Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $83
- Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) to Stockholm City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Skavsta Airport: $291
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Bromma airport: $73
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Arlanda airport: $158
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm hotel Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Stockholm Port to Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Stockholm Hotels to Nynashamn Cruise Port Private Transfer: $38
- Stockholm Departure Private Transfer to Arlanda ARN Airport by Business Car: $132
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa 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 $36Ottawa $17
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$9.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Food Tour: $102
- Stockholm Food Tour: $103
- Stockholm Walking Food Tour With Small Group: $119
- From Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $129
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $25Ottawa $40
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Stockholm Fire and Ice Tour! Dive into Swedish lifestyle! Bike and Sauna: $235
- 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour: $182
- 1-day 7h Royal Palace and Castle Tour from Stockholm: $352
- 2 Hour Stockholm Metro Tour : $39
- 2-Hour Free Walking Tour in Stockholm: $0.93
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Stockholm (Old Town and Surroundings): $3.28
- 2-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago - self guided: $252
- 3-4h Viking History Short Day Tour from Stockholm: $107
- 3-Hour Private Stockholm Photography Tour of Famous Landmarks : $172
- 3-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago - self guided: $299
- 3h walking tour, small group max 10 people Stockholm: $63
- ABBA Museum Fast-Track Tickets, Stockholm Pop Culture Tour: $283
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.46
- Ottawa Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.68
- Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Ottawa Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Wacky Walks: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Ottawa by Operation City Quest: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Crazy Dash: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $26Ottawa $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $282
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $284
Sample the Local Flavors in Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Ottawa, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Ottawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Ottawa is in North 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 Ottawa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ottawa 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 Ottawa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Ottawa?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 54% larger than the population of Ottawa. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Stockholm or Ottawa in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Ottawa. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Stockholm is cooler than Ottawa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Stockholm in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Ottawa averages at about 21°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ottawa. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Stockholm this time of the year. In the summer, Stockholm often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ottawa. Stockholm gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 268 hours of full sun.
Stockholm usually gets less rain in July than Ottawa. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStockholm 18°C (64°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Ottawa in the Autumn?
Both Ottawa and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Stockholm in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Stockholm is generally cooler than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around 8°C (46°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Stockholm usually receives less sunshine than Ottawa during autumn. Stockholm gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Stockholm gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStockholm 8°C (46°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Ottawa in the Winter?
Both Ottawa and Stockholm during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Ottawa can be very cold. Stockholm can be very cold during winter. Stockholm is much warmer than Ottawa in the winter. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
In the winter, Stockholm often gets less sunshine than Ottawa. Stockholm gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun.
Stockholm usually gets less rain in January than Ottawa. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStockholm -3°C (27°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Ottawa in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Ottawa. The spring months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Stockholm is cooler than Ottawa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Stockholm in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Ottawa averages at about 6°C (44°F).
Stockholm usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ottawa during spring. Stockholm gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStockholm 5°C (41°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Stockholm
| Stockholm | Ottawa | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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