Which place is cheaper, Rio de Janeiro or Stockholm?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro?
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 Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro?
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.
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is the most popular travel destination in Brazil. It is the second largest city in Brazil and the sixth largest in the Americas. A portion of the city has been designated a World Heritage Site. It's also famous for Carnival, it's gorgeous beaches, and world-famous landmarks. Rio's appeal as a travel destination is apparent year round due to the great weather and plenty of fun activities. The city has a wonderful natural harbor that is surrounded by Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Peak, and the hills of Tijuca, creating an absolutely breathtaking and awe-inspiring setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best 10-Day Tours in Brazil, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $169Rio de Janeiro $106
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $169, while the average daily cost in Rio de Janeiro is $106. 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 Rio de Janeiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $96Rio de Janeiro $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $192Rio de Janeiro $134
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Rio de Janeiro
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro? 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 Rio de Janeiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $20Rio de Janeiro $8.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Stockholm to Stockholm Airport (ARN) - Departure Transfer: $49
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Bromma Airport to Stockholm City 1-7 Passengers: $131
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $131
- Airport Transfer By Business Van - Arlanda Airport - Sthlm City : $207
- Airport Transfer By Luxuary First Class , Arlanda Airport-Sthlm City: $246
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Business Car: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $143
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $123
- Arrival Private Transfer: Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Minibus: $275
- Cruise port VIP Transfer: Cruise port to Stockholm city center 1-6 Passangers: $159
- Cruise port VIP Transfer: Stockholm city center to Cruise port 1-6 Passangers: $156
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rio de Janeiro
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rio de Janeiro:
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Taxi Ride$2.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rio de Janeiro
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rio de Janeiro:
- 2025 Sambadrome Carnival Parade: Transfer Included Sector 5: $471
- 2025: Rio Carnival Parade at Sapucaí with Transfer Sector 7: $471
- A transfer with safety and comfort in Rio: $45
- Airport Private Transfer - Premium Service: $65
- Airport Transfer: Rio de Janeiro to Airport GIG by Luxury Van: $125
- All Private Transfer from Rio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande: $275
- All-You-Can-Eat Brazilian Churrascaria in Rio de Janeiro with Transfer: $80
- Angra dos Reis Shared Transfer From Rio de Janeiro: $53
- AquaRio Small Group Guided Tour with entrance and transfer: $60
- Arraial do Cabo Private Transfer From Rio de Janeiro: $123
- Arraial do Cabo Shared Transfer From Rio de Janeiro: $54
- Arrival Private Transfer GIG or SDU Airport to Rio City by Minivan: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro?
Prices for flights to both Rio de Janeiro 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 $36Rio de Janeiro $20
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
Typical Food Prices in Rio de Janeiro
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rio de Janeiro:
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Popcorn$0.59
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Corn on the Cob$0.79
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Hamburger$0.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rio de Janeiro
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rio de Janeiro.
- Waterfront Dinner & Live Music Experience: $46
- Barra da Tijuca Food Tour with Drinks: $73
- THE BEST FOOD TOUR: $80
- Dinner & Rio Scenarium Nightclub Admission with Transfer: $85
- 9-Recipe Boozy Brazilian Cooking Class: $85
- Brazilian Meats and Snacks + South American Wines Guided Dinner: $89
- Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes: $92
- Rio Scenarium Entrance, Dinner, and Open Bar: $106
- Rio Bar Food Tour with a Local: $113
- Rio Scenarium: Fast Track Entrance, Dinner & Open Bar: $115
- Brazilian Cooking Class: $129
- Samba Show Admission & Transfer with Dinner Option: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $25Rio de Janeiro $22
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Free Walking Tour in Stockholm: $0.93
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Stockholm (Old Town and Surroundings): $3.28
- Walking Tour: Modern Stockholm City: $4.17
- Walking Tour Stockholm Old Town: $4.17
- Tour a pie Estocolmo la Ciudad Vieja: $4.63
- Central A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Central A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Gamla Stan's Landmarks and legends: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $6.20
- Stockholm City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
Tours and Activities in Rio de Janeiro
Here are a few actual costs in Rio de Janeiro for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Santa Teresa: the staircase: $6.99
- Rio de Janeiro (Ipanema & Copacabana) Self-Guided Tour: $7.73
- Rio de Janeiro (Urca) Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $7.73
- Salvador Sights Self Guided Tour (Pelourinho): $7.78
- Rio de Janeiro (Urca) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.89
- Rio de Janeiro Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- A Self-Guided Black History Audio Tour of Rio de Janeiro’s Little Africa: $9.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour-Story of Bossanova: Rhythm and soul of Rio: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Imperial Rio: $10
- Hiking Experience to Pedra do Telégrafo: $10
- Favela tour in copacabana with local guide!: $10
- Ticket to the match at maracanã of Flamengo: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $26Rio de Janeiro $12
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 Rio de Janeiro
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rio de Janeiro:
- Rio: Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba: $33
- Pub Crawl in Lapa: $34
- Rio de Janeiro Pub Crawl (Lapa district): $35
- Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery: $40
- Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery: $60
- Walking tour + Pub crawl + Samba in Lapa: $65
- Petropolis City Tour + Bohemia Brewery + Lunch: $77
- Petrópolis City and Brewery Bohemia Tour - Best of Rio's Mountains: $110
- Brazilian Wine Tasting Evening: $110
- Rio: Sitio Burle Marx and Cachaça Distillery Private Tour: $132
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Rio de Janeiro, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Rio de Janeiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Rio de Janeiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Stockholm. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Rio de Janeiro, 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 Rio de Janeiro?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Rio de Janeiro is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Stockholm has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro in the Summer?
Both Rio de Janeiro and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Stockholm is cooler than Rio de Janeiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Stockholm in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Rio de Janeiro averages at about 26°C (79°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Rio de Janeiro. In July, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Rio de Janeiroin January. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Rio de Janeiro receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryStockholm 18°C (64°F)Rio de Janeiro 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro in the Autumn?
Both Rio de Janeiro and Stockholm during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year.
In October, Stockholm is generally much colder than Rio de Janeiroin April. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around 8°C (46°F), and Rio de Janeiro fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Rio de Janeiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Stockholm usually gets less rain in October than Rio de Janeiroin April. Stockholm gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Rio de Janeiro receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilStockholm 8°C (46°F)Rio de Janeiro 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Rio de Janeiro. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Stockholm. Stockholm is much colder than Rio de Janeiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Rio de Janeiro fluctuates around 21°C (70°F)in July.
In January, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Rio de Janeiroin July. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Rio de Janeiro receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyStockholm -3°C (27°F)Rio de Janeiro 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Rio de Janeiro in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Rio de Janeiro. Many visitors come to Stockholm in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Stockholm is much colder than Rio de Janeiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Stockholm in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Rio de Janeiro averages at about 23°C (73°F)in October.
Stockholm usually gets less rain in April than Rio de Janeiroin October. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Rio de Janeiro receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberStockholm 5°C (41°F)Rio de Janeiro 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Rio de Janeiro and Stockholm
| Stockholm | Rio de Janeiro | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
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