Which place is cheaper, Flores or Saint John's?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint John's or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Flores? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Saint John's or Flores?
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.
Flores
The town of Flores is located in Peten, Guatemala. The main hub is located on an island on Lago Peten Itza, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. On the other side of the causeway are the towns of Santa Elena and San Benito, however, all three are often referred to as Flores. Most people visit the area for its proximity to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, though the town itself is also charming with colonial buildings and historic churches lining the cobbled streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Guatemala, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $222Flores $33
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $222, while the average daily cost in Flores is $33. 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 Saint John's and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Flores $8.66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Flores $17
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Flores? 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: Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Flores $7.90
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:
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $74
- VATS Antigua Airport Transfers: $79
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Island Hotels: $80
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Airport (ANU): $51
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $51
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $115
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $99
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Luxury Airport transfer from or to Antigua Airport : $65
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- Belize, Caye Caulke, San Pedro Van/ Ferry Transfer: $20
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $59
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $20
- Private transfer Mundo Maya Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
- Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores Guatemala : $130
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $60
- Transfer from Flores Guatemala to Caye Caulker Belize: $43
- Transfer from Flores Guatemala: to San Pedro Ambergris Belize Bus + Ferry: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Saint John's 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 daySaint John's $68Flores $13
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
- Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Flores $20
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:
- 5 Hours Private Historical Tour in Altagracia: $120
- 6-Hours Guided Stingray Tour in the East Coast of Antigua: $190
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $134
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $203
- Adventure Power Boat Tour Antigua and Private Laviscount Island: $182
- Animal Lovers Dream Tour: $180
- Antigua Historic Fort & Beach Tour on Segway From St. John's: $138
- 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: $167
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tikal Entrance (for 2)$39
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Map of Tikal$3.23
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tour to Tikal: from Mundo Maya Airport in Flores: $24
- From Tikal Guided Tour with Transportation: $25
- Shared Guided Sunset Tour in Yaxhá from Flores: $25
- Tour and Transportation with tour guide to Tikal: $25
- Yaxha: Shared Sunset Tour / Transportation & Guide: $25
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- From Tikal Sunset Tour: $30
- Tikal Ruins Day Tour from Flores: $32
- From Yaxha Ruins Guided Tour: $33
- From Tikal Ruins Sunrise Guided Tour: $48
- Full Day Tikal Sunrise Tour from Flores and Archaeological Tour: $48
- Group Tour TRANSPORTATION AND GUIDE TO TIKAL maximum 10 pax: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Flores $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:
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Two Margaritas$2.59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Flores, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Flores is in Central America, 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 Flores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flores 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 Flores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John's Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Flores?
Saint John's has a larger population, and is about 18% larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Flores, 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.
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.