Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Innsbruck?
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 Innsbruck or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Innsbruck and Saint Thomas 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: Innsbruck or Saint Thomas?
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInnsbruck $185Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Innsbruck is $185, 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 Innsbruck and Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInnsbruck $89Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInnsbruck $178Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Innsbruck and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Innsbruck 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: Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Innsbruck $18Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $292
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Saalbach-Hinterglemm - Arrival Transfer: $292
- Innsbruck Airport INN to Alpbach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $251
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck City to Zell am see City: $183
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to St.Anton am Arlberg - Arrival Transfer: $168
- St. Anton am Arlberg to Innsbruck Airport(INN)-Departure Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Soelden - Arrival Private Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Kitzbühel/SkiWelt - Arrival Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Innsbruck - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Mayrhofen - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Alpbach - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Längenfeld-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $101
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:
- Transfer from Cyril E. King Airport(STT) to Charlotte Amalie Port: $83
- VI Top Taxi and Tours - St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $90
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay / Limetree: $110
- Vi Top Taxi & Tours -Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay/ Limetree: $110
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- St.Thomas to St.Thomas Airport (STT) - Departure Private Transfer: $115
- Private Ground Transfers: $120
- Exclusive Airport Transfers (up to 4 persons) One-Way: $135
- St.Thomas island to Cyril E. King Airport(STT)-Departure Transfer: $135
- St. Thomas USVI Airport Transfer to the Redhook Ferry: $144
- St. Thomas USVI Airport Transfer to The Ritz Carlton Resort: $144
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Innsbruck or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas and Innsbruck 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 dayInnsbruck $81Saint Thomas $94
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch$4.40
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Pasta Lunch$9.62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Walking Traditional Food Tour: $163
- A Walking Food Tour with Full Meal by Do Eat Better: $166
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.Innsbruck $23Saint Thomas $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance$9.39
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee$2.35
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- “Welcome Tour” by Per Pedes, guided city tour: $21
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $28
- Ambras Castle Innsbruck Entry Ticket: $30
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $210
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $12
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $27
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $197
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $245
- Gin experience Tyrol: $132
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $15
- Imperial Innsbruck A Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $261
- Innsbruck - "Welcome Tour" by Per Pedes. Guided City Tour.: $22
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 dayInnsbruck $23Saint Thomas $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Innsbruck and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Innsbruck much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Innsbruck Expensive? and Is Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Innsbruck or Saint Thomas?
Innsbruck has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Innsbruck 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.
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.