Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo or Malmo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Malmo?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
Malmo
Located on the southern tip of Sweden, in the province of Skane, Malmo is Sweden's third largest city. It has a very international population with about a third of the residents being from countries other than Sweden. This diversity is evident within Malmo, which is rich in culture, interesting food, and an array of entertainment options. Historically, Malmo was an industrial city with a ship building company, Kockums being the area's largest employer. Today, however, the city is much more economicaly diverse with many eco friendly neighborhoods and plenty of suburban style housing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $178Malmo $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $178, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $108. 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 Tokyo and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $74Malmo $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $148Malmo $104
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo or Malmo? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $17Malmo $8.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Yokohama Port Shared Transfer : from Tokyo Hotels to Yokohama Port: $101
- Transfer from Tokyo City Center to Haneda Airport (HND): $88
- Tokyo:TeamLab Private Transfer with Hotel Pickup & Drop-off: $204
- Private Transfers to/from Narita Airport(NRT): $79
- Private Transfer to/from Haneda Airport 7 Seater: $124
- Private Transfer from/to Yokohama Port: $181
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Yokohama Port: $67
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Hakone or Mt.Fuji: $156
- Private Airport Transfer in a Luxury SUV with Meet & Greet: $84
- One-Way Private Transfer from Haneda Airport: $149
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Malmo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Malmo:
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Malmö Bus Card$20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $160
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $130
- Malmö City to Kastrup hotel/address - Private Car Transfer: $101
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $98
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo: $98
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $63Malmo $47
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.07
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.07
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Meal at Airport$6.61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $23
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- Shibuya 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $39
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Giant Sushi Cooking Class: Make a 1.5m Sushi Roll in Tokyo: $42
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $45
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taysta's Food Tour i Malmö: $41
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $86
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tokyo $66Malmo $17
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $65
- "Ginza → Tsukishima" Walking and Japanese Style Fun Dining Tour: $162
- "TOKYO DRIFT" Film Location Tour Mt Nokogiri & Local Drift Garage: $257
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $259
- 1 Day Tour Explore Nikko’s World Heritage and National Park: $190
- 1 Day Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: $189
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $128
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $126
- 1.5 Hours Private Tour at Asakusa Tokyo with Local Expert Guide: $84
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $39
- 2 Day Ginzan Onsen and Zao Snow Monsters Tour from Tokyo: $291
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö: $15
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Malmö Highlights Walking Tour: $31
- Malmö Outdoor Escape Game: Self-Guided City Adventure: $23
- Malmö Photography Tour: $63
- Malmo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $43
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $69
- Malmo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $75
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Malmö with Audio Guide: $5.72
- Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTokyo $32Malmo $38
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $32
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $36
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Japanese Wine Tasting Experience (Not Sake) | Near Shibuya: $65
- Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Japanese Sake Brewery Day Tour: $84
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $91
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $91
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $103
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Malmo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia and Malmo is in Europe, 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 Malmo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Malmo 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Malmo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tokyo Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Malmo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo and Malmo, 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 Tokyo or Malmo?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Tokyo or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tokyo and Malmo. Many travelers come to Tokyo for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Tokyo is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 26°C (78°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Malmo this time of the year. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Malmo during summer. Tokyo gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Tokyo usually receives more rain than Malmo. Tokyo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTokyo 26°C (78°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Malmo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tokyo as well as Malmo. Many visitors come to Tokyo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Tokyo is much warmer than Malmo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Tokyo often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Tokyo gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Tokyo usually gets more rain in October than Malmo. Tokyo gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTokyo 18°C (64°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Tokyo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Malmo can be very cold. In the winter, Tokyo is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tokyo in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Malmo averages at about 0°C (32°F).
Tokyo usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Tokyo gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tokyo usually receives more rain than Malmo. Tokyo gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTokyo 5°C (42°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Malmo in the Spring?
Both Malmo and Tokyo during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Tokyo is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 14°C (58°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
In the spring, Tokyo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Tokyo gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. Tokyo usually gets more rain in April than Malmo. Tokyo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTokyo 14°C (58°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Tokyo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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.