Which place is cheaper, Tallinn 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 Tallinn?
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 Tallinn. 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 Tallinn?
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.
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMombasa $80Tallinn $142
The average daily cost (per person) in Mombasa is $80, while the average daily cost in Tallinn is $142. 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 Tallinn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMombasa $26Tallinn $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMombasa $52Tallinn $110
Compare Hotels in Mombasa and Tallinn
Looking for a hotel in Mombasa or Tallinn? 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 Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mombasa $18Tallinn $14
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer service in Tallinn: $35
- Private Airport Transfer: $47
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $65
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $88
- Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Tallinn Limo Airport Transfer: $161
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $71
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $41
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $81
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Mombasa or Tallinn?
Prices for flights to both Tallinn 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 $41Tallinn $73
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
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$9.01
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Dessert$1.35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $82
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $102
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mombasa $18Tallinn $6.60
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 Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Old Town Walking Tour and Two Cathedrals: $47
- 1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour: $18
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Tallinn: $54
- 2-hour Tallinn Kalamaja Walking Tour: $233
- 2-hour Tallinn Old Town walking tour: $185
- 5 Hour Majestic Tallinn Tour from Cruise Port: $50
- 5-Hour Tallinn Tour for Cruise Passengers: $49
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- All inclusive Tallinn Food and Bike tour: $93
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Best Tallinn Shore Excursion from Cruise Port: $54
- Best of Tallinn 2-Hour Bike Tour: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMombasa $8.79Tallinn $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Tallinn, we can see that Tallinn 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 Tallinn 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn 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 Tallinn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Tallinn?
Mombasa has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa and Tallinn, 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 Tallinn?
Tallinn 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 Tallinn in the Summer?
Both Tallinn and Mombasa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mombasa throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Mombasa is a little warmer than Tallinn in the summer. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Tallinn fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Tallinn. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually receives less sunshine than Tallinn during summer. Mombasa gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Tallinn receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Mombasa usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tallinn. Mombasa gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMombasa 24°C (75°F)Tallinn 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Tallinn in the Autumn?
Both Tallinn 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. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Mombasa is much warmer than Tallinn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mombasa in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Tallinn averages at about 7°C (44°F).
It's quite sunny in Mombasa. In the autumn, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Tallinn. Mombasa gets 291 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tallinn receives 92 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually gets more rain in October than Tallinn. Mombasa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMombasa 26°C (79°F)Tallinn 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Tallinn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mombasa and Tallinn. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mombasa year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
It's quite cold in Tallinn in the winter. In January, Mombasa is generally much warmer than Tallinn. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 27°C (81°F), and Tallinn fluctuates around -5°C (22°F).
In Mombasa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mombasa usually receives more sunshine than Tallinn during winter. Mombasa gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Tallinn receives 25 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mombasa usually receives less rain than Tallinn. Mombasa gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMombasa 27°C (81°F)Tallinn -5°C (22°F)
Should I visit Mombasa or Tallinn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mombasa as well as Tallinn. Mombasa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Tallinn for the natural beauty.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tallinn. Mombasa is much warmer than Tallinn in the spring. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Tallinn fluctuates around 4°C (39°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 Tallinn. Mombasa gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tallinn receives 186 hours of full sun.
Mombasa receives a lot of rain in the spring. Mombasa usually gets more rain in April than Tallinn. Mombasa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMombasa 27°C (81°F)Tallinn 4°C (39°F)
Typical Weather for Tallinn and Mombasa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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.