Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Mombasa?
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 Mombasa or Gothenburg?
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 Mombasa and Gothenburg. 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: Mombasa or Gothenburg?
Mombasa
Mombasa is a beautiful, large city on the eastern coast of Kenya, bordering the Indian Ocean. The city is famous for its stunning beaches, friendly locals, and diverse marine life. Mombasa experiences a tropical climate year round, meaning temperatures rarely drop below 70° Fahrenheit. The rainiest months of the year are April and May and the driest months are January and February. Temperatures tend to be more mild from May through October, usually in the 70's and 80's. Temperatures get much warmer from November through April, with daily averages reaching the high 90's.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMombasa $80Gothenburg $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Mombasa is $80, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $145. 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 Mombasa and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMombasa $26Gothenburg $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMombasa $52Gothenburg $92
Compare Hotels in Mombasa and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Mombasa or Gothenburg? 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: Mombasa Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mombasa $18Gothenburg $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mombasa
Also for Mombasa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Mombasa (Moi Airport/SGR) To Diani: $35
- Safe Private Airport Transfer in Mombasa: $19
- Private Transfer from Mombasa Cruise Port to Mombasa City Hotels: $79
- Private Transfer from Mombasa City to Moi Airport Mombasa (MBA): $43
- Private Transfer from Mombasa City Hotels to Mombasa Cruise Port: $79
- Private Transfer from Moi Airport Mombasa (MBA) to Mombasa City: $43
- Private Day Tour of Mombasa City with Transfers: $104
- Mombasa Moi Airport (MBA) to Mombasa - Arrival Private Transfer: $37
- Mombasa Airport Transfers to Mtwapa: $130
- Mombasa Airport Transfers : $129
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfers To Vipingo & Kilifi Hotels: $95
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfer to Diani Beach: $81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $71
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $17
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $216
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Mombasa or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Mombasa 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 dayMombasa $41Gothenburg $76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Special African Dinner: $46
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mombasa $18Gothenburg $18
Tours and Activities in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mombasa Getaway with Haller Park Tours: $150
- The Best Of Mombasa Walking Tour: $227
- Bus Tickets from Mombasa to Nairobi: $55
- Day Tour To Tsavo East National Park: $240
- Day Tour to Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa or Diani: $278
- Day tour to Shimba hills National Reserve from Mombasa/Diani: $336
- Diani: Full-day Guided Mombasa City Tour from Diani: $110
- Fort Jesus Museum Walking Tour in Mombasa: $35
- Full Day Group Joining Tour of Mombasa : $107
- Full Day Mombasa Excursion Tour : $110
- Full day tour in Mombasa: $93
- Full-Day Tour of Mombasa: $110
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $48
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $66
- City Kayak Tour: $53
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $37
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $48
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $70
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $131
- Gothenburg - Private guided tour: $586
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
- Gothenburg : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $123
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMombasa $8.79Gothenburg $24
Sample the Local Flavors in Gothenburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gothenburg:
- Guided Brewery Tour on Bicycle: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Gothenburg, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Mombasa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mombasa is in Africa and Gothenburg 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 Mombasa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mombasa 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Mombasa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mombasa Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Gothenburg?
Mombasa has a larger population, and is about 59% larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa and Gothenburg, 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 Mombasa or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Mombasa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Mombasa or Gothenburg in the Summer?
Both Gothenburg and Mombasa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mombasa throughout the year.
In the summer, Mombasa is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mombasa in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Gothenburg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually receives less sunshine than Gothenburg during summer. Mombasa gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Mombasa usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMombasa 24°C (75°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
Both Gothenburg and Mombasa during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mombasa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Mombasa is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 26°C (79°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Mombasa. In the autumn, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 291 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually gets more rain in October than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMombasa 26°C (79°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Gothenburg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mombasa and Gothenburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mombasa year-round.
Gothenburg can be very cold during winter. Mombasa is much warmer than Gothenburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In Mombasa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mombasa usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during winter. Mombasa gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mombasa usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMombasa 27°C (81°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Gothenburg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mombasa as well as Gothenburg. Mombasa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Mombasa is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mombasa in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 5°C (41°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mombasa this time of the year. In the spring, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
Mombasa receives a lot of rain in the spring. Mombasa usually gets more rain in April than Gothenburg. Mombasa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMombasa 27°C (81°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Mombasa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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