Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Lombok?
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 Lombok or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lombok and Saint Croix. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lombok or Saint Croix?
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Lombok Prices
Indonesia PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $59Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $59, 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 Lombok and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $28Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $56Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Lombok 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.
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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: Lombok Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kuta Lombok Transfer: $12
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $17
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $28
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok island hotels: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Island Hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Koeta : $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Payung: $30
- Private Airport Lombok Transfers to or from Gili Islands: $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $35
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mangsit: $35
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Bintaro: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Lombok 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 dayLombok $20Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Lombok Cooking Class : $25
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $65
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $119
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
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $9.90Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Tour-Car Hire With Full day Customize Trip: $33
- Lombok Customize Tour with Private Driver: $35
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $36
- Half-Day Mataram City Tour: $45
- Lombok Private Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok White Water Rafting and Pura Lingsar Private Full Day Tour: $48
- Gili Nanggu Snorkeling Tour to a Tropical Paradise: $49
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Lombok City Tour combination With Temple Tour : $49
- Benang Stokel, Benang Kelambu, Culture, & Beach Tour: $49
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $7.84Saint Croix $27
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:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lombok is in Asia and Saint Croix 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 Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombok Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Saint Croix?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Lombok or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Lombok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
May to September is the dry season in Lombok. Lombok usually gets less rain in July than Saint Croix. Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Lombok is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, November to April is the rainy season in Lombok. Saint Croix receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Lombok usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Lombok is around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lombok in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Saint Croix. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
Lombok usually gets more rain in January than Saint Croix. Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Lombok is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Lombok is May to September. The rainy season in Lombok is November to April. In April, Lombok usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Lombok is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Lombok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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