Which place is cheaper, Uppsala or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or Uppsala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane or Uppsala, 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: Vientiane or Uppsala?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Laos, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $24Uppsala $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $24, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $182. 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 Vientiane and Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.45Uppsala $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17Uppsala $204
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane or Uppsala? 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices and Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.01Uppsala $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12Uppsala $63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.80Uppsala $21
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide: $110
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $443
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
- Walking Tour Uppsala: $6.54
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Adventure parc: $54
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $97
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- City Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour: $137
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.12Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vientiane is in Asia and Uppsala 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 Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or Uppsala?
Vientiane has a larger population, and is about 54% larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane and Uppsala, 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 Vientiane or Uppsala?
Uppsala has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vientiane experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vientiane or Uppsala in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Uppsala. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vientiane is much warmer than Uppsala in the summer. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Uppsala fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. In the summer, Vientiane often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun.
Vientiane receives a lot of rain in the summer. Vientiane usually gets more rain in July than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Uppsala in the Autumn?
Both Uppsala and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year.
In the autumn, Vientiane is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vientiane in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Uppsala averages at about 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during autumn. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Uppsala in the Winter?
Both Uppsala and Vientiane during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Vientiane is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 24°C (75°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
It's quite sunny in Vientiane. In the winter, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun.
Vientiane usually gets less rain in January than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Uppsala in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Uppsala. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round.
It's very hot in Vientiane this time of the year. Vientiane is much warmer than Uppsala in the spring. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Uppsala fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during spring. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 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.