Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kiev or Saint John's?
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 Kiev and Saint John's can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Saint John's?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $26Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, 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 Kiev and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $17Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $34Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Kiev 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.Kiev $1.03Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Business Car: $55
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61
- Luxury Departure Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $30
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
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:
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Shared Roundtrip Taxi Transfer from Antigua Airport to Royalton Antigua Resort: $45
- Private One-Way Antigua Airport Transfer To/From Antigua: $45
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Airport (ANU): $50
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $50
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $60
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $74
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $78
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Kiev 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 dayKiev $7.25Saint John's $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $113
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
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.Kiev $2.04Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- Underground Tunnels Exploration Tour: $34
- Kyiv Underground Tour: $35
- Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide: $38
- Kyiv Podil District Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $38
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $39
- Private Street Art Walking Tour with Local Guide - Best of Kyiv Murals: $39
- Sunrise in Kyiv Private Tour: $39
- Kyiv Metro Private Tour – Highlights of the Subway Stations: $39
- Soviet Kiev - 2 hours Walking Tour: $42
- Kiev Open Tour - History & Modern Life in 3 hours: $43
- Mysteries of Baikove Cemetery Private Guided Tour: $45
- Kiev Best Sights Private Half-Day Tour : $46
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 dayKiev $6.40Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Pub Crawling | Private Beer Tasting Tour: $77
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kiev is in Europe 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 Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Saint John's?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Kiev 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 Kiev or Saint John's?
Kiev has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John's experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kiev or Saint John's in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Saint John's. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Kiev is generally cooler than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 21°C (70°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Kiev usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Saint John's in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Saint John's. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
Kiev is much colder than Saint John's in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Saint John's. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Saint John's in the Winter?
Both Saint John's and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. In the winter, Kiev is much colder than Saint John's. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kiev in January average around -4°C (24°F), and Saint John's averages at about 24°C (76°F).
In January, Kiev usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Saint John's in the Spring?
Both Saint John's and Kiev during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In April, Kiev is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (51°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kiev usually gets less rain in April than Saint John's. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Kiev
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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