Which place is cheaper, Malmo or Auckland?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Auckland or Malmo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Auckland and Malmo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Auckland or Malmo?
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
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 Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand, The Best 2-Week Tours from Stockholm, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAuckland $170Malmo $115
The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $170, while the average daily cost in Malmo is $115. 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 Auckland and Malmo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAuckland $99Malmo $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAuckland $198Malmo $110
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Malmo
Looking for a hotel in Auckland 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: Auckland Hotel Prices and Malmo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Auckland $17Malmo $9.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.47
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [PRIVATE] Airport Transfer from/to Auckland Airport: $108
- VIP / Premium Airport Transfers: $84
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland HTL-APT (AKL): $38
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland APT-HTL (AKL): $38
- Rotorua to Auckland - Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Caves: $188
- Private Transfer From Cruise Ships To Auckland Airport : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland City To Auckland Airport Oaks: $72
- Private Transfer From Auckland CBD Hotels To Cruise Ship: $96
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Thames: $201
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To North Shore Auckland : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Hibiscus Coast: $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Cambridge : $180
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$21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $168
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $106
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $58
- Malmo City to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Malmo?
Prices for flights to both Malmo and Auckland 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 dayAuckland $46Malmo $51
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $93
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $101
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner: $392
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $519
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $550
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: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Auckland $27Malmo $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$119
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour : $96
- Cathedral Cove & Hot water beach -Full Day Tour: PRIVATE TOUR : $270
- Hobbiton Lord Of Rings Movie Set tour Private Driver : $198
- Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland: $249
- 24 day Greatest Of All Tours Small Group Tour: $3,447
- 4 hours Auckland Friday Night Tour : $78
- 6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland: $174
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- AUCKLAND CITY Full Day Tour with War Memorial Museum and Mt Eden: $155
- Half-Day CITY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR - Mt.Eden, Tamaki Dr: $86
- Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: $117
- America’s Cup 2-Hour Sailing Experience Waitemata Harbour: $122
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: $25
- Copenhagen and Hamlet Tour: $144
- Guided Walking Tour in Malmö: $39
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö: $16
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $38
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Malmö Photography Tour: $67
- Malmö Private Walking Tour with a Local: $56
- Malmo Syndicate City Escape Game Self Guided Experience: $31
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $73
- Old Town Helsingborg: Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour: $7.20
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $8.63
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAuckland $13Malmo $41
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $110
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $119
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $159
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $165
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $168
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $180
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $183
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $217
- Shore Excursion from Auckland - Private Tour & Wine Tasting: $278
- Waiheke Island Scenic Wine Tour: $301
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Malmo, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific and Malmo is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland 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 Auckland Expensive? and Is Malmo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Auckland or Malmo?
Auckland has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Auckland 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 Auckland or Malmo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Auckland is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Malmo has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Auckland or Malmo in the Summer?
Both Malmo and Auckland are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Auckland this time of year.
Auckland is a little warmer than Malmo in the summer. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 20°C (68°F) in January, and Malmo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Malmo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Auckland. Auckland usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Malmo during summer. Auckland gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Auckland usually receives more rain than Malmoin July. Auckland gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Malmo receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyAuckland 20°C (68°F)Malmo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Malmo in the Autumn?
Both Malmo and Auckland during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Auckland for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Auckland is much warmer than Malmo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Auckland in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Malmo averages at about 10°C (50°F)in October.
In the autumn, Auckland often gets more sunshine than Malmoin October. Auckland gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 104 hours of full sun.
Auckland usually gets more rain in April than Malmoin October. Auckland gets 95 mm (3.7 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 April and OctoberAuckland 16°C (61°F)Malmo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Malmo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Auckland and Malmo. Many visitors come to Auckland in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Malmo can be very cold during winter. In July, Auckland is generally much warmer than Malmoin January. Daily temperatures in Auckland average around 11°C (52°F), and Malmo fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Auckland usually receives more sunshine than Malmo during winter. Auckland gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Malmo receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
Auckland gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Auckland usually receives more rain than Malmoin January. Auckland gets 135 mm (5.3 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 July and JanuaryAuckland 11°C (52°F)Malmo 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Malmo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Auckland as well as Malmo. Most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
Auckland is much warmer than Malmo in the spring. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 14°C (58°F) in October, and Malmo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F)in April.
In the spring, Auckland often gets more sunshine than Malmoin April. Auckland gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Malmo receives 173 hours of full sun.
Auckland usually gets more rain in October than Malmoin April. Auckland gets 83 mm (3.3 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 October and AprilAuckland 14°C (58°F)Malmo 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Malmo and Auckland
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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