Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Dakar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dakar or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Saint John's, 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: Dakar or Saint John's?
Dakar
Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.
Saint John's
If you've been to St. John's, Antigua, you were likely on a cruise - which means you likely did not have enough time to truly experience the magic of this tiny island getaway.
St. Johns is the capital of the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Located on Antigua, this tropical city lives up to its status as a tropical paradise. With 365 beaches on the island, you can enjoy the luxury of lounging in the sand every day of the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $61Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $61, while the average daily cost in Saint John's is $222. 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 Dakar and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $32Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $64Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Saint John's? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.37Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49
- Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $211
- DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $120
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $82
- Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $66
- Transfer - Dakar <-> Saint-Louis (One way): $197
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:
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Local Bus$1.52
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Taxi From Airport$6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $60
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $156
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $78
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $78
- Luxury Airport transfer from or to Antigua Airport : $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Dakar 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 dayDakar $20Saint John's $68
Typical Food Prices in Dakar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
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Breakfast$4.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
- Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint John's
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint John's.
- City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
- Discover the Flavors of St. Johns Food Tour: $125
- Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $14Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $30
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $31
- Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
- Half Day Dakar City Tour: $105
- Private City Tour: $109
- Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $109
- Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour: $130
- Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
- From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $138
- Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants): $142
- Full-Day Private Dakar City Tour : $142
- Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint John's
Here are a few typical costs in Saint John's for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Museum of Antigua & Barbu$3.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chariot City Tour Antigua: $20
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience : $66
- Small-Group Hiking Experience in Antigua: $70
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- Stingray City Experience Antigua - ONLY TICKET: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $9.00Saint John's $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dakar and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Dakar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dakar is in Africa and Saint John's 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 Dakar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dakar 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 John's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John's than you might in Dakar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dakar Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Saint John's?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Saint John's, 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 Dakar or Saint John's?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Dakar or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Dakar are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In July, Dakar usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Dakar gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. Dakar usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during summer. Dakar gets 218 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun in the summer.
In the summer, Dakar is around the same temperature as Saint John's. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dakar in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDakar 28°C (82°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Dakar during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dakar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Dakar usually gets less rain in October than Saint John's. Dakar gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dakar. In the autumn, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Saint John's. Dakar gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun.
In October, Dakar is generally around the same temperature as Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Dakar average around 28°C (82°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDakar 28°C (82°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dakar and Saint John's. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Dakar usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dakar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Saint John's during winter. Dakar gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun in the winter.
Dakar is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the winter. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 22°C (72°F) in January, and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDakar 22°C (72°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dakar as well as Saint John's. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Dakar usually gets less rain in April than Saint John's. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In the spring, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Saint John's. Dakar gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun.
In the spring, Dakar is cooler than Saint John's. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dakar in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Saint John's averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDakar 21°C (70°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Dakar
| Dakar | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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