Which place is cheaper, New York City or Malmo?
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 Malmo or New York City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Malmo or New York City, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Malmo or New York City?
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.
New York City
The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Stockholm, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Malmo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMalmo $115New York City $363
The average daily cost (per person) in Malmo is $115, while the average daily cost in New York City is $363. 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 Malmo and New York City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMalmo $55New York City $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMalmo $110New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Malmo and New York City
Looking for a hotel in Malmo or New York City? 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: Malmo Hotel Prices and New York City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Malmo $9.11New York City $49
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in New York City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:
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Subway$4.50
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Taxi Ride$8.00
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Subway$2.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City
Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Woodbury Outlets Transfer with shopping from NYC | Kids 50% Off: $121
- VIDA VIP Airport Transfer in New Jersey and New York: $144
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer in New York HTL-APT (JFK,EWR,LGA): $126
- Transfer: New York City Center to John F.K. Airport(JFK) : $69
- Transfer from Newark Airport to Times Square New York : $150
- Skip the line One World Observatory Private Tour with Transfers : $296
- Shared transfer EWR: $39
- Private Transfer: Newark Airport to Manhattan Up to 6pax: $130
- Private Transfer: Newark Airport EWR to New York by Luxury SUV: $177
- Private Transfer: New York to Newark Airport EWR by Luxury SUV: $177
- Private Transfer: New York to Newark Airport EWR by Business Car: $165
- Private Transfer: New York to LaGuardia Airport LGA by Sedan Car: $167
Is it cheaper to fly into Malmo or New York City?
Prices for flights to both New York City and Malmo 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 dayMalmo $51New York City $87
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
Typical Food Prices in New York City
For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Gelato$7.50
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Snacks for Two at Yankees Game$34
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Coffee$6.53
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Smoothie$6.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City
For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- East Village Noho Food Tour: $32
- The Chinatown, Little Italy, Food Tour: $35
- The Lower East Side Food Tour: $35
- Sweets and Slices Greenwich Village Walking Food Tour: $49
- New York City's Best Pizza tour: $59
- Made in Brooklyn Food Tour: $65
- Greenwich Village Pizza Walk: $75
- Brooklyn Pizza Walk: $75
- New York's Classic Eats West Village Food Tour: $75
- New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour: $75
- Union Square Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $75
- East Village Pizza Walk: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Malmo $18New York City $180
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in New York City
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Comedy Show Tickets$56
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City Map$8.00
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Broadway Musical$111
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Broadway Show Program$10
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Magazine$6.99
Tours and Activities in New York City
For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53: $42
- 9/11 Memorial Tour with Skip-the-Line Museum Ticket: $65
- Central Park Pedicab Tours - History and Movie Locations: $50
- Godfather Movie Locations New York Tour with Private Guide: $195
- Grand Central Terminal Walking Tour: $35
- Harlem Bronx Brooklyn Queens Tour in 7 Hours: $65
- New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village: $39
- Official Central Park Pedicab Tours: $50
- VIP Central Park Experience Tour with photos 50min~Skip the line: $280
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket : $94
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket with VIP Experience and Lunch: $299
- "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour: $133
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMalmo $41New York City $29
Sample the Local Flavors in New York City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:
- Brooklyn Distillery Tour : $22
- NYC Pub Crawl Experience: $24
- Distillery Tour and Tasting: $25
- NYC Pub Crawl Tour: $30
- NYC Pub Crawl with Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $33
- Top Shelf Distillery Tour: $33
- New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Cheers to Chinatown Tour and Bar Crawl: $40
- Brooklyn Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Greenwich Village Piano Bar Crawl: $50
- Broadway Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
- Little Italy Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Malmo and New York City, we can see that New York City is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Malmo is in Europe and New York City is in North America, 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 New York City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New York City 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 Malmo Expensive? and Is New York City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Malmo or New York City?
New York City has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Malmo. When comparing the sizes of Malmo and New York City, 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 Malmo or New York City?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Malmo or New York City in the Summer?
Both New York City and Malmo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to New York City in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Malmo is generally much colder than New York City. Daily temperatures in Malmo average around 17°C (62°F), and New York City fluctuates around 77°F (25°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in New York City. In July, Malmo usually receives less rain than New York City. Malmo gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMalmo 17°C (62°F)New York City 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Malmo or New York City in the Autumn?
Both New York City and Malmo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to New York City for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Malmo is cooler than New York City in the autumn. The daily temperature in Malmo averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and New York City fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).
Malmo usually gets less rain in October than New York City. Malmo gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMalmo 10°C (50°F)New York City 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Malmo or New York City in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Malmo and New York City. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to New York City because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in New York City can be very cold. Malmo can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Malmo is much warmer than New York City. Typically, the winter temperatures in Malmo in January average around 0°C (32°F), and New York City averages at about 31°F (-1°C).
In January, Malmo usually receives less rain than New York City. Malmo gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMalmo 0°C (32°F)New York City 31°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Malmo or New York City in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Malmo as well as New York City. Additionally, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to New York City this time of year.
In April, Malmo is generally much colder than New York City. Daily temperatures in Malmo average around 5°C (42°F), and New York City fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).
Malmo usually gets less rain in April than New York City. Malmo gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMalmo 5°C (42°F)New York City 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for New York City and Malmo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Mar | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 inches (88 mm) |
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