Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint John?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint John, 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint John?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
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Nadi (Port Denarau) Prices
Fiji PricesSaint John Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $201Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $201, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $108Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $216Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint John? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.93Saint John $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- (Private Transfer) Nadi Airport to The Marriot Momi Bay Resort: $28
- 100% CFC APPROVED PRIVATE Transfer - Denarau to Nadi & Coral Coast Hotels: $114
- Arrival Shared Transfer : Airport to Hotel: $37
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott, Momi Bay: $28
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Naviti Resort: $43
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Pacific Harbour: $64
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Port Denarau Marina: $14
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Shangri-La Fijian Resort: $35
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Volivoli or Wananavu Rst: $130
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Fiji Marriott Resort, to Nadi Airport: $29
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Westin Resort, Denarau to Nadi Airport: $15
- CFC APPROVED Private Roundtrip Transfer -Nadi Airport to All Maui Bay Properties: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $70Saint John $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Saint John $23
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- FIJI: Official Tifajek Mud Pool and Hot Spring Tour: $34
- FIJI: Official Sabeto Hotspring and Mudpool Tour: $37
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $60
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool Tour: $74
- Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island: $75
- Garden of Sleeping Giant Tour with Tifajek Mud Pool and Hotspring: $80
- Private Tour: Hot spings & Sleeping Giant Garden hiking Adventure: $81
- Nadi Heritage Tour: $84
- Discover Nadi Tour: $85
- Cultural Night Tour: $86
- Garden of Sleeping Giant with Sabeto Hotspring Mudpool Tour: $86
- Nadi Sightseeing Include Viseisei Village, Market, Garden& Temple: $88
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $12Saint John $44
When comparing the travel costs between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Saint John is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
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.