Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Saint John's can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Rabat or Saint John's?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, 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 Rabat and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Rabat 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Saint John's $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $110
- From Rabat : Private Transfer to Fes via Meknes & volubilis : $154
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Bouznika: $88
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Kenitra: $110
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
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:
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $156
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax Zone D: Hotels: $130
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax. Zone C: Hotels: $120
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $113
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $99
- Luxury Airport transfer from or to Antigua Airport : $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Saint John's $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
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.Rabat $2.83Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
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:
- 6-Hours Guided Stingray Tour in the East Coast of Antigua: $161
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $125
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $190
- Adventure Power Boat Tour Antigua and Private Laviscount Island: $170
- Animal Lovers Dream Tour: $180
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Antigua Reef Riders Self-Drive Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $180
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $85
- Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's: $135
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
- Antigua Sunset Catamaran Cruise From St. John's: $116
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Saint John's $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Saint John's?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Rabat 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 Rabat or Saint John's?
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 Rabat or Saint John's in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Saint John's. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Saint John's. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Saint John's. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun.
Rabat is cooler than Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Saint John's during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Rabat is cooler than Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Saint John's in the Winter?
Both Saint John's and Rabat during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Saint John's. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Rabat often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun.
In January, Rabat is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Saint John's. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Saint John's during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.
Rabat is much colder than Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Rabat
| Rabat | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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