Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Malmo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Malmo?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, 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 dayVilnius €94Malmo €76
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, 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 Vilnius and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Malmo €45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Malmo €90
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Malmo €7.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $215
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $215
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.23
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $645
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
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:
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
- Private Transfer from Malmo City to Fredericia Cruise Port: $96
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Malmo €24
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Malmo €15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $86
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $171
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $108
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $387
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $34
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $208
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $269
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $215
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $77
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: $9.24
- Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $9.24
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $21
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $33
- Malmö Photography Tour: $57
- 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 dayVilnius €6.38Malmo €33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Malmo, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Malmo?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Malmo in the Summer?
Both Malmo and Vilnius during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Vilnius is around the same temperature as Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Malmo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vilnius. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Malmo. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Malmo. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Malmo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Malmo. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Vilnius is cooler than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Malmo during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Malmo. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 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 OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Malmo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Malmo. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Malmo in the winter. The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Malmo. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Malmo. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Malmo in the Spring?
Both Malmo and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
Vilnius is a little warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Malmo. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 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 AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Malmo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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