Which place is cheaper, David or Stockholm?
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 Stockholm or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Stockholm and David can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Stockholm or David?
Stockholm
Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Stockholm Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $224David $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $224, while the average daily cost in David is $39. 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 Stockholm and David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $110David $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $220David $24
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and David
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or David? 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: Stockholm Hotel Prices and David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $23David $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $19
- Skavsta Airport Bus Transfer: $29
- Stockholm City to Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Bromma Airport BMA: $67
- Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port: $67
- Private Transfer from Nynashamn Cruise Port to Stockholm Hotels : $84
- Private Transfer from Stockholm city to Nynashamn Cruise Port: $84
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Bromma Airport: $96
- Private Transfer from Stockholm hotels to Stockholm Cruise Port: $98
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to Bromma airport: $99
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to City centre or Port: $101
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or David?
Prices for flights to both David and Stockholm 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 dayStockholm $71David $17
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
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Breakfast$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $21
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $32
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $32
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $33
- Hard Rock Cafe Stockholm Lunch or Dinner: $40
- Food Tour: $117
- Stockholm Food Tour: $120
- Secret Walking Food Tour Stockholm Old Town: $124
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $149
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $154
- Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm: $158
- Stockholm Dinner Experience: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $29David $4.37
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $3.58
- Self Guided Tours Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.58
- Walking Tour of Stockholm's City Center: $3.58
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.38
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.44
- Stockholm Troll Hunt: Self-Guided Old Town Adventure: $7.17
- From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $7.17
- Stockholm Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Adventure: $7.17
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Central A Self-Guided Audio Tour in the Modern City: $7.99
- Stockholm Interactive City Tour: $8.38
- The Stockholm Witch Trials: A Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour Game: $8.63
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $30David -
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $27
- The Original Pub Crawl: $27
- Stockholm New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl: $95
- Private Pub Crawl Stockholm With VIP Entry: $211
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $335
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and David, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and David is in Central 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or David?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of David. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and David, 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.
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.