Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Antwerp?
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 Antwerp or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Antwerp and Saint Thomas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Antwerp or Saint Thomas?
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Belgium.
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Antwerp Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntwerp $178Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Antwerp is $178, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Antwerp and Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntwerp $84Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntwerp $168Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Antwerp and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Antwerp or Saint Thomas? 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: Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antwerp $14Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $256
- Transfer Antwerp <-> Luxembourg (1 to 8pl): $192
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $191
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $190
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $179
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cyril E. King Airport STT to Charlotte Amalie RoundTrip Transfer: $204
- Exclusive Airport Transfers (up to 4 persons) One-Way: $135
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay / Limetree: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
- Prince Taxi & Tours St.Thomas Airport transfer to Redhook Ferry: $200
- Prince Taxi ST.Thomas Airport transfer to Yacht Haven/Bluebeards: $175
- Prince Taxi USVI ST.Thomas Airport transfer to Westin : $180
- Prince Taxi USVI-ST.Thomas Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton : $180
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Antwerp or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas and Antwerp 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 dayAntwerp $80Saint Thomas $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Antwerp with Aastha : $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors: Cultural Cooking Class, St Thomas, USVI, USA : $81
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $119
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- Pizza Pi Shuttle (Official) - Jet Ski Trip St Thomas: $148
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
- Christmas Cove and Pizza Pi Happy Hour Sail Tour: $185
- Turtles, Pizza Pi & Sunset trip: $295
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antwerp $9.64Saint Thomas $60
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antwerp Steenplein Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $6.41
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Antwerp : $298
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $43
- A Taste of Antwerp Tasting Tour: $3.57
- Antwerp Beer Tour: Discover the Diamond City Liquid Gems: $240
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $36
- Antwerp Christmas Market Tour With A Professional Guide: $255
- Antwerp Jewellery Tour in Collabration with Diamond Museum DIVA: $232
- Antwerp Private Beer Tour: $234
- Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $65
- Antwerp Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $298
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.82
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Nature and Sightseeing Tour at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden: $16
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
- Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket: $29
- Cruise Ship Shuttle to Ferry going to St. John: $34
- Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House: $35
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- St. Thomas Sightseeing Tour with a Guide: $40
- Guided Tour of Coral World Ocean Park & Happy Hour: $40
- St. Thomas Ghost Tour of Historic Charlotte Amalie : $41
- Prince taxi & Tours St.Thomas Virgin Islands-Island Scenic Tour: $45
- Guided Kayak Tour from Margaritaville: $48
- Guided Kayak Tour from Elysian: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntwerp $21Saint Thomas $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Crawl : $72
- Private Wine Tasting in Boomgaardstraat Antwerp: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antwerp and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Antwerp much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antwerp is in Europe and Saint Thomas 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 Antwerp would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antwerp 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 Saint Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas than you might in Antwerp.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antwerp Expensive? and Is Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antwerp or Saint Thomas?
Antwerp has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Antwerp and Saint Thomas, 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 Antwerp or Saint Thomas?
Antwerp has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Antwerp or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Antwerp during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
In July, Antwerp is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 17°C (63°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Antwerp. In the summer, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntwerp 17°C (63°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Antwerp and Saint Thomas. The autumn months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Antwerp is much colder than Saint Thomas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Antwerp usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during autumn. Antwerp gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Saint Thomas receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntwerp 12°C (54°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Antwerp as well as Saint Thomas. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Antwerp in the winter. In the winter, Antwerp is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antwerp in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. In the winter, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 47 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets more rain in January than Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntwerp 3°C (38°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
Both Saint Thomas and Antwerp are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Antwerp for the activities around the city. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Antwerp is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 8°C (47°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. Antwerp usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during spring. Antwerp gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Antwerp gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntwerp 8°C (47°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Antwerp
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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