Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Valletta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Valletta or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Valletta and Malmo 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: Valletta or Malmo?
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
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 Historical Tours in Malta, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta, 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 dayValletta €116Malmo €76
The average daily cost (per person) in Valletta is €116, while the average daily cost in Malmo is €76. 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 Valletta and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValletta €65Malmo €45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValletta €130Malmo €90
Compare Hotels in Valletta and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Valletta 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: Valletta Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valletta €24Malmo €7.39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Intl Airport (MLA) - Departure Private Transfer : $14
- Turkish Gullet Cruise to Gozo and Comino with Lunch and Transfers: $81
- The Three Fortified Cities of Malta Half Day Tour Incl. Boat Trip and Transfers: $39
- Private Transfer: Valletta to Malta International Airport (MLA): $31
- Private Transfer from Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Airport (MLA): $14
- Private Transfer from Malta Airport (MLA) to Valletta Cruise Port: $14
- Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta: $31
- Private Airport Transfer in Malta: $87
- Private Airport Transfer from Malta to Gozo: $109
- Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers: $66
- Malta Private Transfer from Malta Airport to any resort in Malta island: $51
- Malta Private Airport Transfer - Arrival: $44
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€17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Valletta or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Valletta 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 dayValletta €32Malmo €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local: $46
- Valletta Food Tour: $49
- Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers: $67
- Maltese Traditional Dinner and Folklore Show with Transfers: $71
- Fireworks Festival Cruise Including Dinner, Drinks and Transport: $76
- The Ultimate Valletta Evening Food Tour: $80
- Fernandes Sunset Cruise including Dinner with Open Bar: $80
- Christmas Tour in Gozo (afternoon) inc. Dinner: $86
- Blue Lagoon & Sunset Quad Tour in Gozo/Dinner: $91
- From Blue Lagoon and Gozo Tour w/Quads and Dinner: $118
- The Valletta Food Tour Experience, a private tour: $150
- Private Valletta Food Tour: $175
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.Valletta €27Malmo €15
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Cities Tour: $16
- 3 Hours Private Picnic Experience in Malta: $273
- 3 cities: Private Insider Walking Tour with Licensed Guide: $160
- 30-Minute Mdina Experience Audio-Visual Show Ticket (Open Ticket): $6.55
- 4-hr day tour around Malta: $207
- 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Pass Bus + Harbour Cruise: $55
- 90 minutes Harbour Cruise in Valletta - ticket only: $22
- A Monumental Maltese Experience: $175
- Adventures in Malta: Thrills, History, and Natural Beauty: $320
- Best of Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour: $20
- Best of Valletta Walking Tour: $20
- Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta: $37
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 dayValletta €16Malmo €33
Sample the Local Flavors in Valletta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Valletta:
- Valletta Pub Crawl: $22
- Malta Pub Crawl: $22
- The Brewery Experience & beer tasting including transport: $35
- The Brewery Experience Self-Guided Tour with Tasting & Transport: $35
- Malta: The Three Cities and Wine Tasting Tour: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valletta and Malmo, we can see that Valletta 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 Valletta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valletta 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 Valletta Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valletta or Malmo?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Valletta. When comparing the sizes of Valletta 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 Valletta or Malmo?
Malmo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Valletta experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Valletta or Malmo in the Summer?
Both Malmo and Valletta are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Valletta throughout the year.
In July, Valletta is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Valletta average around 26°C (79°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Malmo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Valletta. Valletta usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during summer. Valletta gets 365 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Valletta usually receives less rain than Malmo. Valletta gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyValletta 26°C (79°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Valletta or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Valletta during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Valletta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Valletta is much warmer than Malmo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Valletta averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Valletta. In the autumn, Valletta often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Valletta gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Valletta usually gets more rain in October than Malmo. Valletta gets 80 mm (3.1 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 OctoberValletta 21°C (70°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Valletta or Malmo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Valletta and Malmo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Valletta year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Malmo. In the winter, Valletta is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Valletta in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Malmo averages at about 0°C (32°F).
Valletta usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Valletta gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Valletta usually receives more rain than Malmo. Valletta gets 90 mm (3.5 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 JanuaryValletta 13°C (55°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Valletta or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Valletta as well as Malmo. Valletta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Valletta is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Valletta average around 16°C (61°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Valletta this time of the year. In the spring, Valletta often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Valletta gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
Valletta usually gets less rain in April than Malmo. Valletta 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 AprilValletta 16°C (61°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Valletta
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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