Which place is cheaper, Whistler 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 Whistler?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Whistler? 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 Whistler?
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.
Whistler
Located in the province of British Columbia in Canada, Whistler is most famous as the largest ski area in North America. It is also only a short distance from the city of Vancouver, and offers countless opportunities for snow boarding and other winter sports. The town has a permanent population of almost 10,000 and there is a larger seasonal population of workers that come from all over the world. Whistler is a major travel destination with more than two million people visiting the town yearly. As such, there are countless amenities available to visitors. Hotels can vary dramatically in price and quality. There are some budget options, including a couple of hostels in the area, but most people do not visit Whistler as a budget travel destination. It's usually an expensive vacation, but few would argue that it isn't worth the cost.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Canada, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $222Whistler $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $222, while the average daily cost in Whistler is $125. 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 Whistler in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Whistler $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Whistler $130
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Whistler
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Whistler? 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: Whistler Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Whistler $20
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:
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Shared Roundtrip Taxi Transfer from Antigua Airport to Royalton Antigua Resort: $45
- Private One-Way Antigua Airport Transfer To/From Antigua: $45
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Airport (ANU): $50
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $50
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $60
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $74
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $78
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Whistler
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Whistler:
- Private Transfer from Whistler to Downtown Vancouver: $570
- Private Transfer from Whistler to Richmond BC: $633
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Whistler: $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Whistler?
Prices for flights to both Whistler 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 $68Whistler $30
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
Typical Food Prices in Whistler
Some typical examples of dining costs in Whistler are as follows:
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Coffee at Starbucks$12
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Tim Hortons Breakfast$12
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Coffee at Timmy's$3.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Whistler
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Whistler.
- Finer Things: 4-Course Dinner Tour in Whistler: $131
- Finer Things Dinner Tour in Whistler: $144
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Whistler $78
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:
- Chariot City Tour Antigua: $20
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience : $66
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- Small-Group Hiking Experience in Antigua: $70
- Stingray City Experience Antigua - ONLY TICKET: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Whistler
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Whistler are as follows:
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Driving Range$15
Tours and Activities in Whistler
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Whistler are as follows:
- Sea to Sky Highway: a Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $6.31
- Audain Art Museum Admission Ticket: $16
- One Hour Axe Throwing Guided Experience in Whistler: $33
- Vallea Lumina Multimedia Experience: $35
- The Great Whistler Walking Tour: Discover Whistler's Sights, History & Culture!: $49
- Whistler Sightseeing Tour: Discover all of Whistler Year-Round!: $78
- Guided Lunch Tour in Whistler: $88
- Rock Climbing Beginner Experience: $94
- Whistler Valley Tour by Seaplane: 20-Minute Flight: $102
- Sky-Walk Mountain Climbing Tour: $102
- Whistler Glacier Discovery Tour: $103
- Guided eBike Adventure: $106
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Whistler $8.72
Sample the Local Flavors in Whistler
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Whistler:
- Whistler Distillery Tour & Tasting Experience: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Whistler, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Whistler much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Whistler 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 Whistler would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Whistler 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 Whistler.
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 Whistler Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Whistler?
Saint John's has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Whistler. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Whistler, 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 Saint John's or Whistler?
Whistler has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John's experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Saint John's or Whistler in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint John's and Whistler. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In July, Saint John's is generally much warmer than Whistler. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 27°C (81°F), and Whistler fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Whistler this time of the year. In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint John's usually receives less sunshine than Whistler during summer. Saint John's gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Whistler receives 296 hours of full sun in the summer.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Saint John's usually receives more rain than Whistler. Saint John's gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Whistler receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint John's 27°C (81°F)Whistler 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Whistler in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Saint John's as well as Whistler. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Saint John's is much warmer than Whistler in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint John's averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Whistler fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In the autumn, Saint John's often gets more sunshine than Whistler. Saint John's gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whistler receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Whistler. Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Saint John's usually gets more rain in October than Whistler. Saint John's gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Whistler receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint John's 27°C (80°F)Whistler 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Whistler in the Winter?
Both Whistler and Saint John's are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
The weather in Whistler can be very cold. In the winter, Saint John's is much warmer than Whistler. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint John's in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Whistler averages at about 4°C (40°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually receives more sunshine than Whistler during winter. Saint John's gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Whistler receives 55 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Whistler. In January, Saint John's usually receives less rain than Whistler. Saint John's gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Whistler receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint John's 24°C (76°F)Whistler 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Whistler in the Spring?
Both Whistler and Saint John's during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Saint John's is generally much warmer than Whistler. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 26°C (78°F), and Whistler fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. In the spring, Saint John's often gets more sunshine than Whistler. Saint John's gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whistler receives 172 hours of full sun.
Whistler gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually gets more rain in April than Whistler. Saint John's gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Whistler receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint John's 26°C (78°F)Whistler 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Whistler and Saint John's
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
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