Which place is cheaper, San Juan or Perth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Perth or San Juan?
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 Perth and San Juan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Perth or San Juan?
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
San Juan
If you've ever set foot on a Caribbean cruise, you've probably spent a bit of time in San Juan, Puerto Rico. However, maybe you should consider spending more than just a port day in this beautiful and historically rich city.
As the capital and largest city in all of Puerto Rico, San Juan is home to approximately 400,000 people. Established in 1521, it is also the second oldest European-founded settlement in the Americas.
As this city fuses a historic paradise with modern day energy, it has absolutely everything to offer. Intellectual wanderers, beach bums, rainforest adventurers and radical surfers will all find plenty to do in San Juan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPerth $133San Juan $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Perth is $133, while the average daily cost in San Juan is $192. 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 Perth and San Juan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPerth $76San Juan $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPerth $152San Juan $248
Compare Hotels in Perth and San Juan
Looking for a hotel in Perth or San Juan? 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: Perth Hotel Prices and San Juan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Perth $25San Juan $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth : $258
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $221
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Business Car: $76
- Perth Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Perth city: $67
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $59
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $33
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer from Perth City Hotels to Fremantle Cruise Port : $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Juan
Also for San Juan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- San Juan Airport (SJU): Private Transfer to San Juan Port: $272
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port: Transfer to San Juan hotel: $272
- Carabali Rain Forest Round Trip Private Taxi Transfer: $210
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, 16Pax Mercedes Van, Select Zone: $130
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, 14Pax Lux Sprinter Van: $124
- Private Transfer from SJU Airport to San Juan / Rio Grande: $105
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, 11Pax Lux Sprinter Van: $103
- Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer: $99
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Mercedes ECO Van, Select Zone: $87
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Ford Premium SUV, Select Zone: $87
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Lexus Luxury Sedan, Select Zone: $81
- Oneway Transfer San Juan to Ceiba: Ferry, Vieques/Culebra Airport: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Perth or San Juan?
Prices for flights to both San Juan and Perth 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 dayPerth $36San Juan $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $79
- American BBQ Food Tour: $79
- Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $112
- Swan River Dinner Cruise with Beverages: $112
- Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Experience a Small Group Tour: $116
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $116
- Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $142
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $159
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Old San Juan Sunset Food Tour with Drinks: $156
- Savor the Sunset: Old San Juan Walk and Food Tour: $159
- City Lights Sky High Dinner Experience: $165
- Authentic Flavors of San Juan Food Tour: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Perth $14San Juan $49
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- 1 Day Margaret River Sightseeing Tour from Perth: $131
- 2 Hours Whale Watching Tour in Fremantle: $50
- Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $102
- Best of Fremantle 2-Hour Walking Tour: $30
- Bickley Valley Wine & Cider Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $132
- Caversham Wildlife and Swan Valley Private Tour: $297
- City Tour Perth & Fremantle & Swan River: $126
- Cliffs and Caves Kayak Tour in Swan River: $59
- Coffee, Culture, and Art Tour of Perth: $33
- Design Your Own Tour Experience: $264
- Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour: $91
- Dolphin, Penguin and Sea Lion Cruise: $56
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Horseback Riding Tour$40
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Full Day Snorkeling Trip$100
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1 Hr Windsurfing Lesson$75
Tours and Activities in San Juan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Juan.
- Full-Day Tour: El Yunque, Luquillo Beach, Bio Bay Night Kayaking: $155
- Rum Craft Cocktail Tour in San Juan: $65
- 1 or 2 Hour Puerto Rico Horseback Ride Experience!: $210
- Arenales Caves, Waterfall & River Swimming Adventure: $140
- Arte Boriken-Urban Art & Beach Sip & Paint Tour: $145
- Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Adventure from San Juan: $110
- Black Sand Beach- See The Southeast of Puerto Rico Private Tour: $150
- Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide: $136
- Craft Beer Private Tour in San Juan: $168
- Cruise Ship Travelers: Hike to a Hidden Puerto Rican Waterfall: $85
- Culebra Beach Day Tour with Snorkeling from San Juan by Ferry: $200
- Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPerth $7.54San Juan $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Little Creatures Brewery Tours : $17
- Half Day Swan Valley Wine Tour: $63
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $63
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $65
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $76
- Small-Group Gin Distillery Tour in Perth: $89
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $92
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $129
Sample the Local Flavors in San Juan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in San Juan:
- Pinones Pub crawl in Puerto Rico: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Perth and San Juan, we can see that San Juan is more expensive. And not only is Perth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Perth is in Pacific and San Juan 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 Perth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Perth 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 San Juan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Juan than you might in Perth.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Perth Expensive? and Is San Juan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Perth or San Juan?
Perth has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of San Juan. When comparing the sizes of Perth and San Juan, 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 Perth or San Juan?
Perth has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but San Juan experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Perth or San Juan in the Summer?
Both San Juan and Perth are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Perth for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to San Juan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Perth is cooler than San Juan in the summer. The daily temperature in Perth averages around 25°C (76°F) in January, and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (83°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in San Juan. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Perth. Perth usually receives more sunshine than San Juan during summer. Perth gets 331 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Perth usually receives less rain than San Juanin July. Perth gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyPerth 25°C (76°F)San Juan 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Perth or San Juan in the Autumn?
Both San Juan and Perth during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Perth because of the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to San Juan year-round.
In the autumn, Perth is cooler than San Juan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Perth in April average around 19°C (67°F), and San Juan averages at about 28°C (82°F)in October.
In San Juan, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Perth. In the autumn, Perth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as San Juanin October. Perth gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 235 hours of full sun.
San Juan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Perth usually gets less rain in April than San Juanin October. Perth gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberPerth 19°C (67°F)San Juan 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Perth or San Juan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Perth and San Juan. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Perth this time of year. San Juan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Perth is generally much colder than San Juanin January. Daily temperatures in Perth average around 13°C (55°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in San Juan this time of the year. Perth usually receives less sunshine than San Juan during winter. Perth gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
Perth gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Perth usually receives more rain than San Juanin January. Perth gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryPerth 13°C (55°F)San Juan 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Perth or San Juan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Perth as well as San Juan. Many travelers come to Perth for the beaches. The warm climate attracts visitors to San Juan throughout the year.
Perth is much colder than San Juan in the spring. The daily temperature in Perth averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and San Juan fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in San Juan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Perth this time of the year. In the spring, Perth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as San Juanin April. Perth gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 272 hours of full sun.
Perth usually gets less rain in October than San Juanin April. Perth gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilPerth 17°C (62°F)San Juan 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for San Juan and Perth
| Perth | San Juan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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