Which place is cheaper, Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Santa Fe? 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 Santa Fe?
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.
Santa Fe
Santa Fe is the state capital of New Mexico as well as the oldest state capital in the United States, founded in 1607. It has become a popular travel destination due to the surrounding scenic beauty, its long history, cultural diversity especially with its proximity to American Indian pueblos and culture, and a rich concentration of arts, music, and food.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $222Santa Fe $159
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $222, while the average daily cost in Santa Fe is $159. 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 Santa Fe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Santa Fe $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Santa Fe $162
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Santa Fe
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Santa Fe? 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: Santa Fe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Santa Fe $61
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Fe
Also for Santa Fe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Santa Fe Airport (SAF): $62
- Private Departure Transfer to Santa Fe Airport SAF: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Santa Fe?
Prices for flights to both Santa Fe 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 $68Santa Fe $43
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santa Fe
For Santa Fe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Wander NM Food Tour - Tuesday Farmers' Market: $149
- New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza: $184
- Santa Fe Farmers Market & Railyard Food Tour: $184
- Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Railyard Arts District: $189
- Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Downtown Plaza 'Sip & Savor': $209
- Downtown Plaza "Sip and Savor" Half-day Food Tour: $209
- Savor Wine Pairing Dinner: $228
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Santa Fe $17
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
Tours and Activities in Santa Fe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Santa Fe.
- The Town Too High To Die: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in New Mexico: $5.13
- Historic Downtown Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.75
- Santa Fe Historic Downtown Smart Phone Audio App Self Guided GPS Walking Tour : $7.80
- Santa Fe's Historic Gems: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Santa Fe by Crazy Dash: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Santa Fe by Operation City Quest: $10
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience Santa Fe, NM: $15
- Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour of Historic Santa Fe: $15
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Santa Fe Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Santa Fe $9.68
Sample the Local Flavors in Santa Fe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Santa Fe:
- Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting: $18
- Architectural Walking Tour & Wine Tasting: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Santa Fe, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Santa Fe much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Santa Fe is in North 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 Santa Fe would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe.
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 Santa Fe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Santa Fe?
Santa Fe has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Santa Fe, 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.