Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna 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 Varna 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: Varna or Malmo?
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
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 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, 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 dayVarna $65Malmo $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, 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 Varna and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Malmo $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Malmo $96
Compare Hotels in Varna and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Varna 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Malmo $7.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Varna Airport (VAR) to Burgas Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City: $22
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sveti Vlas: $109
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena: $25
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Obzor: $71
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
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Malmo $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.Varna $8.55Malmo $16
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $9.35
- Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $9.35
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $21
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $33
- Malmö Photography Tour: $58
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $66
- Joyful Malmo Walking Tour for Couples: $147
- Exploring Malmo Walking Tour: $147
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Malmo $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Malmo, we can see that Malmo is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Malmo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Malmo than you might in Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Malmo?
Varna has a larger population, and is about 20% larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Varna 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 Varna or Malmo?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Varna or Malmo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Varna as well as Malmo.
In July, Varna is generally a little warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Malmo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Varna this time of the year. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Malmo. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Varna or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Varna is a little warmer than Malmo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Malmo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Malmo. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Varna or Malmo in the Winter?
Both Malmo and Varna during the winter are popular places to visit.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Malmo. It's quite cold in Varna in the winter. In the winter, Varna is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Malmo averages at about 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Malmo. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Malmo. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Varna or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Malmo.
In April, Varna is generally much warmer than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Varna usually receives less sunshine than Malmo during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives more rain than Malmo. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Varna
| Varna | Malmo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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