Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Saint John's 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: Hanoi or Saint John's?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
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 Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $48Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $48, 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 Hanoi and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.79Saint John's $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.18
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.15
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.39
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Short Taxi Ride$1.34
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- ( Deluxe & Small Group ) Bai Dinh Trang An Mua Cave Tour with Limousine Transfer: $54
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $24
- 1-Way Transfer between Hanoi and Ha Long via Limousine Bus: $22
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2 Days Halong Bay With Budget Cruise - Including Transfer From Hanoi: $148
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI : $125
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $180
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay With Transfer: $210
- 2-day Ha Long Bay Cruise included Transfer, Kayking and Swimming: $180
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
- 3-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Round-trip Transfer From Hanoi: $285
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 Hanoi or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $13Saint John's $68
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.33
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Bowl of Pho$0.79
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- Hanoi free food tour - Old Quarter food walking tour: $5.00
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.11
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Street Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Street Food Tour By Walking: $21
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
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.Hanoi $8.38Saint John's $103
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.57
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.57
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National History Museum$1.57
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.75
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Free walking tour: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Skip the line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Half-day Private Walking Tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter: $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour: $5.00
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 dayHanoi $7.58Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Beer and Brewery Tour: $48
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hanoi is in Asia 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 Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Saint John's?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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 Hanoi or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Saint John's. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Hanoi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets less rain in October than Saint John's. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Hanoi is around the same temperature as Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Saint John's. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Hanoi 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.
In January, Hanoi is generally cooler than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Saint John's. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Saint John's. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Hanoi
| Hanoi | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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