Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Malmo, 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: Uppsala or Malmo?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
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 Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Malmo $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $81. 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 Uppsala and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Malmo $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Malmo $96
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Malmo $7.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
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$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $128
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $32Malmo $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $59
- Guided Food Tour in Malmö (Private): $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Malmo $16
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $183
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $114
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $21
- Exploring Malmo Walking Tour: $147
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $33
- Joyful Malmo Walking Tour for Couples: $147
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $9.35
- Malmö Photography Tour: $58
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $66
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $9.35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Malmo $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Malmo, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala 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 Uppsala Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Malmo?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala 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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Malmo.
In the summer, Uppsala is around the same temperature as Malmo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Malmo averages at about 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Malmo this time of the year. In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Malmo. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Malmo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Malmo.
In October, Uppsala is generally cooler than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in October than Malmo. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 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 OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Malmo can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Uppsala. Uppsala is much colder than Malmo in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Malmo. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 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 JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Malmo in the Spring?
Both Malmo and Uppsala during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Uppsala is around the same temperature as Malmo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Malmo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Malmo. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 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 AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Malmo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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