How much does it cost to travel to Melaka?
You should plan to spend around $23 (RM101) per day on your vacation in Melaka. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $11 (RM49) on meals
- $1.98 (RM8.79) on local transportation
- $18 (RM80) on hotels
A one week trip to Melaka for two people costs, on average, $321 (RM1,420). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
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One Week
Per person
$160
RM710
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2 Weeks
Per person
$321
RM1,420
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One Month
Per person
$687
RM3,044
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One Week
For a couple
$321
RM1,420
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2 Weeks
For a couple
$641
RM2,841
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One Month
For a couple
$1,374
RM6,087
How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Melaka cost?
A one week trip to Melaka usually costs around $160 (RM710) for one person and $321 (RM1,420) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
A two week trip to Melaka on average costs around $321 (RM1,420) for one person and $641 (RM2,841) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Melaka will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.
A one month trip to Melaka on average costs around $687 (RM3,044) for one person and $1,374 (RM6,087) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Melaka has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Melaka expensive to visit?
Melaka is a very affordable place to visit. Located in Malaysia, which is a reasonably affordable country, visitors will appreciate the lower prices of this destination. It is in the top 10% of cities in the country for its affordability. Budget travelers enjoy spending long periods of time exploring Melaka in depth.
Within Asia, Melaka is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in Asia for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Melaka.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Melaka Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Melaka?
The average Melaka trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Melaka travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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RM80
($18)
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Local Transportation 1
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RM8.79
($2)
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Food 2
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RM49
($11)
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Entertainment 1
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RM17
($4)
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Tips and Handouts 1
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RM1 -
3
($0 - 1)
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Alcohol 2
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RM17 -
52
($4 - 12)
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Accommodation Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Melaka is $9.03 (RM40). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Melaka is $18 (RM80). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Melaka? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Melaka is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $1.98 (RM8.79) per person, per day, on local transportation in Melaka.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$1.98
RM8.79
How much does it cost to go to Melaka? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Melaka will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Typical prices for Transportation in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
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Taxi
RM20
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Bus Ride
RM1.50
Food Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Melaka can vary, the average cost of food in Melaka is $11 (RM49) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Melaka should cost around $4.43 (RM20) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Melaka is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$11
RM49
Typical prices for Food in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Entertainment Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
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Entertainment and activities in Melaka typically cost an average of $3.83 (RM17) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$3.83
RM17
Typical prices for Entertainment in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
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Maritime Museum Entrance
RM3.00
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Taming Sari Revolving Tower Entrance
RM20
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)
RM45
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Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum Entrance
RM10
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Melaka Zoo Entrance
RM7.00
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Low Cost Kite
RM3.00
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Malacca Duck Tour
RM40
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Melaka River Cruise (One Hour)
RM10
Tips and Handouts Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
Alcohol Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $7.83 (RM35) on alcoholic beverages in Melaka per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$7.83
RM35
Water Budget in Melaka
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, people spend $0.37 (RM1.66) on bottled water in Melaka per day. The public water in Melaka is considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
$0.37
RM1.66
Melaka on a Budget
Melaka, Malaysia
Melaka (or Malacca) is a large city on the western coast of Malaysia about half way between
Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. This historical city grew up as a result of trading in the region due to its position on the namesake Straights of Malacca, a natural waterway formed from the peninsula of Malaysia and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sights
With a wealth of history, plenty of sights and attractions can be found around town.
The Portugese conquered the area in the early 1500's, and multiple significant architectural and historical structures can be found in the city dating back to this colonial time. The A Formosa fort is one, and various churches such as Christ Church and St. Paul's are also popular tourist attractions.
A large Chinese population also settled in the area, and their influence can be found not just in the Chinatown area of the city, but also in much of the cuisine, festivals, and other cultural locations.
Transportation
It's quite easy to get to Malacca from Kuala Lumpur by direct train or bus. The bus is often cheaper.
From Singapore, it's cheaper and easier to cross the border into Malaysia first at Johor Bahru. Then, from JB, take the train or bus to Malacca from the main stations.
The Malacca airport, although modern, is rather small and only serves flights within the Southeast Asia region to KL and some spots in Indonesia and other nearby countries. International visitors will need to fly into KL or Singapore first and then connect or take land-based transportation.
Day trips from KL or Singapore to Malacca are offered by various tour companies if you don't want to stay the night, although you really should in order to see everything.
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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.
We found most of the best sights were right in the center and we could walk to everything. The market and restaurants were cheap and a great spot to get some good food. We had an easy time finding a cheap hotel, too.