Which place is cheaper, San Juan or Accra?
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 Accra or San Juan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or San Juan, 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: Accra or San Juan?
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
San Juan
If you've ever set foot on a Caribbean cruise, you've probably spent a bit of time in San Juan, Puerto Rico. However, maybe you should consider spending more than just a port day in this beautiful and historically rich city.
As the capital and largest city in all of Puerto Rico, San Juan is home to approximately 400,000 people. Established in 1521, it is also the second oldest European-founded settlement in the Americas.
As this city fuses a historic paradise with modern day energy, it has absolutely everything to offer. Intellectual wanderers, beach bums, rainforest adventurers and radical surfers will all find plenty to do in San Juan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, and The Best Safaris in Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAccra $52San Juan $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $52, while the average daily cost in San Juan is $218. 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 Accra and San Juan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $22San Juan $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $44San Juan $248
Compare Hotels in Accra and San Juan
Looking for a hotel in Accra or San Juan? 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: Accra Hotel Prices and San Juan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $19San Juan $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $79
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $75
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $35
- Private Accra Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Juan
Also for San Juan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- San Juan hotels to San Juan PR Cruise Port - Departure Transfer: $29
- San Juan Port to San Juan Airport (SJU)- Departure Transfer: $29
- Private Transfer Puerto Rico:To or From Airports, Hotels &Cruises: $33
- Premium Transfer Service FROM or TO Rio Grande Puerto Rico: $50
- San Juan Airport (SJU) to San Juan hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $58
- San Juan Airport (SJU) to San Juan Port Arrival Private Transfer: $58
- San Juan hotels to San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $58
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Premium Sedan, Select Zone: $59
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, Tesla 3 Luxury Sedan.: $63
- Transfer SJU Airport to Cruise Port / Vice Versa in Old S.J ONLY: $65
- One-way transfer from SJU Airport to Cruise Port or Vice Versa: $65
- Roundtrip-Transfer from: SJU Airport,Cruises and Hotels in Puerto Rico LuxurySUV: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or San Juan?
Prices for flights to both San Juan and Accra 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 dayAccra $19San Juan $62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Puerto Rican Gastronomy Cooking Class: $167
- Morning Old San Juan Food Tour: $169
- Authentic Flavors of San Juan Food Tour: $170
- FlyDining: 4 Courses Dinner with City Lights & Ocean Breeze: $195
- Fly Dining 4 Course Sunset and City Light Dinner Over San Juan: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $3.96San Juan $49
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $81
- 2 Days Exciting Accra and Cape Coast City Tour: $250
- 2-Day Accra & Cape Coast Tour: $200
- 3.5 Hours Private City Tour of Accra: $120
- A Day Tour of Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park: $280
- Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $150
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Asenema Waterfalls Day Tour: $165
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
- Accra - Ada Aqua Safari - Friendly Tours: $230
- Accra City Day Tour-History,Culture,Markets&Independence Square: $40
- Accra City Experience in 4 Hours: $135
- Accra City Half Day Tour Experience of a Lifetime: $200
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Horseback Riding Tour$40
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Full Day Snorkeling Trip$100
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1 Hr Windsurfing Lesson$75
Tours and Activities in San Juan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Juan.
- The Ultimate Self-Guided Hidden Gems Tour in Puerto Rico: $5.00
- San Juan Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $17
- Eco Friendly Farming Tour to Explore Dorado's Most Beautiful Farm: $20
- Old San Juan Tour (1 Hour) by DUHO: $25
- San Juan Ghost Tour: Shrieks in the Sugarcane: $26
- Paddleboard Adventure: Explore Marine Life in Condado Lagoon: $32
- VIP San Juan Salsa Night Experience at Luxury Condado Beach: $35
- Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico: $45
- San Juan Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour and Complimentary Videos: $45
- Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest & Waterslide – SmallGroup Tour: $45
- Old San Juan Highlights Walk – Cruise Piers: $50
- Old San Juan Guided Walking Tour: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $5.68San Juan $12
Sample the Local Flavors in San Juan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in San Juan:
- Old San Juan Bar Crawl: Experience Local Hotspots: $65
- Puerto Rico Tobacco Farm and Local Brewery Tour: $109
- Puerto Rico's First and Only Craft Beer Brewery Tour!: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and San Juan, we can see that San Juan is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and San Juan is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 San Juan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Juan than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is San Juan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or San Juan?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of San Juan. When comparing the sizes of Accra and San Juan, 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 Accra or San Juan?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Accra or San Juan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Accra as well as San Juan. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to San Juan throughout the year.
Accra usually gets less rain in July than San Juan. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Accra is generally cooler than San Juan. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 25°C (77°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAccra 25°C (77°F)San Juan 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Accra or San Juan in the Autumn?
Both San Juan and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to San Juan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in San Juan. In October, Accra usually receives less rain than San Juan. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Accra is around the same temperature as San Juan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAccra 26°C (79°F)San Juan 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Accra or San Juan in the Winter?
Both San Juan and Accra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to San Juan year-round.
Accra usually gets less rain in January than San Juan. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Accra is around the same temperature as San Juan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Accra in January average around 27°C (81°F), and San Juan averages at about 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAccra 27°C (81°F)San Juan 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Accra or San Juan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and San Juan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. San Juan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Accra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than San Juan. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Accra is generally around the same temperature as San Juan. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 28°C (82°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAccra 28°C (82°F)San Juan 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for San Juan and Accra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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