A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kingston vs. Saint Croix for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kingston or Saint Croix?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Saint Croix, 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: Kingston or Saint Croix?

Kingston

Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.

Saint Croix

Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.

The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.

This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.

Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Kingston?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Kingston Prices
    Jamaica Prices
    Saint Croix Prices
    USVI Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Kingston $126
    Saint Croix $277

The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $126, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Kingston and Saint Croix in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kingston $63
    Saint Croix $149
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kingston $126
    Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Saint Croix

Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Saint Croix? 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.

Hotels in Kingston


Hotels in Saint Croix


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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: Kingston Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kingston $29
    Saint Croix $35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:

  • Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $22
  • MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels : $25
  • Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport: $30
  • Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $43
  • Private Transfer From Norman Manley Airport to Kingston one way: $48
  • Airport Transfer in Kingston: $50
  • Private Airport Transfer of Norman Manley and Kingston Hotels : $50
  • First Class Airport Transfers: $52
  • Private Transfer from Kingston's Airport: $65
  • Private Kingston Airport Transfers: $79
  • Transfer from Norman Manley Airport to Kingston Hotels(Party Bus): $100
  • Private Transfer from Kingston Hotels to Montego Bay Cruise Port: $116

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:

  • Henry E.Rohlsen Airport(STX) to St. Croix island-Arrival Transfer: $160
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $219
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Cruise Port to St. Croix Airport: $219
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $162
  • Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $225
  • Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $49
  • Saint Croix Airport (STX) to Saint Croix Hotels -Arrival Transfer: $160
  • St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $160

Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Saint Croix?

Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Kingston 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kingston $45
    Saint Croix $97

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.

  • A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
  • A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
  • Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $131

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kingston $12
    Saint Croix $58

Tours and Activities in Kingston

Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
  • Montego Bay: All inclusive tours: $30
  • Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
  • Mural Art & National Gallery Walking Tour: $36
  • Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
  • Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch: $50
  • Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
  • Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
  • Tour a Jamaican Farm: $70
  • Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
  • Kingston City Guided Tour - Classic: $73
  • Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $73

Tours and Activities in Saint Croix

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:

  • Historic Christiansted Ghost Tour : $45
  • St Croix Island Tour: $100
  • Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
  • Horseback Riding Experience: $160
  • Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kingston $11
    Saint Croix $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:

  • Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185

Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix

Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Haunted pub crawl with salsa dancing, karaoke and ghost stories: $64


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Kingston.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Kingston or Saint Croix?

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 Kingston or Saint Croix in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kingston and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In July, Kingston usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

In July, Kingston is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 29°C (83°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Kingston 29°C (83°F) 
    Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)

Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Kingston as well as Saint Croix. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Saint Croix. Kingston receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Kingston usually gets more rain in October than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Kingston is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kingston averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Kingston 28°C (82°F) 
    Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Winter?

Both Saint Croix and Kingston are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In January, Kingston usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

In the winter, Kingston is around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kingston in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 26°C (78°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Kingston 26°C (79°F) 
    Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Spring?

Both Saint Croix and Kingston during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.

Kingston usually gets less rain in April than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

In April, Kingston is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 26°C (80°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Kingston 26°C (80°F) 
    Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Kingston

Kingston Saint Croix
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C (79°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 26°C (78°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 26°C (79°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 26°C (78°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar 26°C (80°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Apr 26°C (80°F) 27 mm (1.1 in) 27°C (80°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
May 28°C (82°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Jun 28°C (83°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 29°C (83°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 29°C (83°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Aug 29°C (83°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 29°C (84°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 29°C (83°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 28°C (83°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 167 mm (6.6 in) 28°C (82°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Nov 28°C (82°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 126 mm (4.9 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 26°C (80°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)