Which place is cheaper, Melaka or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Melaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Melaka, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Melaka?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Melaka
Melaka (or Malacca) is a large city on the western coast of Malaysia about half way between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. This historical city grew up as a result of trading in the region due to its position on the namesake Straights of Malacca, a natural waterway formed from the peninsula of Malaysia and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €121Melaka €29
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €121, while the average daily cost in Melaka is €29. 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 Tallinn and Melaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Melaka €8.45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Melaka €17
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Melaka
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Melaka? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Melaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Melaka €1.86
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,902
- Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $298
- Tallinn Party Bus Airport Transfer: $132
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn: $101
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer from Tallinn City / Tallinn Airport: $101
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $88
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $79
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $68
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $65
- Private Airport Transfer: $47
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Melaka
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Melaka are as follows:
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Taxi€4.23
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Bus Ride€0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Melaka
Also for Melaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ~Chauffeur: Malacca to Kuantan Transfer [MPV]: $284
- Private Transfer from Malacca Port to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL): $64
- Private Transfer from Malacca Cruise Port to Subang Jaya city: $232
- Private Transfer from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Malacca Port: $64
- Private Transfer : Taman Negara Kuala Tahan to Cameron Highlands: $170
- Malacca Hotel to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Transfer: $73
- Malacca City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Hotels 1-way Transfer: $43
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Mersing Transfer [Van]: $80
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Desaru Transfer [Car]: $238
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Cameron Highlands Transfer [Van]: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Melaka?
Prices for flights to both Melaka and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €62Melaka €18
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $92
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $99
- Authentic Baltic Home Dining and Cooking Class in Tallinn: $199
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $226
Typical Food Prices in Melaka
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Melaka:
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)€6.34
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Dinner at the Market (for Two)€2.75
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Asam Pedas (Fish Curry)€1.27
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Taiwanese Noodle Soup€1.06
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€6.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Melaka
For Melaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Melaka Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $55
- Rempah Routes Melaka Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $55
- Small Group Melaka After Dark Food Tour: $75
- Private Traditional Peranakan & Malay Cooking Class in Melaka: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Melaka €3.58
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $209
- 5 Hour Cruise-Friendly Tallinn Tour from Cruise Port: $49
- 5-Hour Tallinn Tour for Cruise Passengers: $48
- A Walking Tour Around the World — From Tallinn: $21
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- All inclusive Tallinn Food and Bike tour: $93
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Best Tallinn Shore Excursion from Cruise Port: $52
- Best of Tallinn 2-Hour Bike Tour: $36
- Best of Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours): $67
- Christmas Tales in Tallinn - 2 Hours Walking Tour: $70
- Christmas walking tour Tallinn Christmas market: $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Melaka
For Melaka, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Maritime Museum Entrance€0.63
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Taming Sari Revolving Tower Entrance€4.23
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)€9.51
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Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum Entrance€2.11
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Melaka Zoo Entrance€1.48
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Low Cost Kite€0.63
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Malacca Duck Tour€8.45
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Melaka River Cruise (One Hour)€2.11
Tours and Activities in Melaka
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Melaka.
- *13 Hrs Best of Melaka Full Day Flexible Van Tour w' Tour Guide: $83
- Essential Self-Guided Tour of it's UNESCO Heritage Centre: $15
- From Kuala Lumpur Full Day A'Famosa Theme Park Experience: $40
- Malacca City To Kuala Lumpur City EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour: $61
- Malacca City To Kuala Lumpur City En-route Putrajaya Tour: $49
- Malacca Hotels To Kuala Lumpur Hotels En-route Putrajaya Tour: $49
- Malacca Instagram Tour: Top Spots (Private & All-Inclusive): $328
- Malacca Shore Excursion with Tour Guide & Baba Nyonya Lunch: $182
- Malacca To Kuala Lumpur EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour: $61
- Malaysia Melaka - Breakout Escape Game E-Ticket: $12
- Malaysia: A'famosa Melaka Ticket: $17
- Malaysia: Melaka Upside Down House Entry Ticket: $7.13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Melaka €7.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Old Town Walking Tour, Pub Crawl and Accommodation in Tallinn: $115
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Melaka, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Melaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Melaka is in Asia, 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 Melaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Melaka 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Melaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Melaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Melaka?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Melaka. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Melaka, 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.