Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salvador or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Saint John's, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Salvador or Saint John's?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
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 Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $44Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $44, 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 Salvador and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Salvador 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: Salvador Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $6.02Saint John's $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Airport Transfer - Sauipe Resorts 1 to 4 people by Salvador Receptivo: $65
- Airport Transfer x Salvador Hotel - Sedan 1 to 4 people: $30
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 1 to 4 people by Salvador Receptivo: $65
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 5 to 10 people by Salvador Receptivo: $95
- Arrival or Departure Shared Transfer from Airport to hotels in Salvador: $16
- Costa de Sauipe Transfer - Private Executive Van: $160
- Executive Transfer - Salvador International Airport to Hotels or Residencia: $32
- Hotel Vila Galé Mares - Transfers In / Out: $80
- Ivan Bahia, Private Transfer Salvador BA to Lençois (Chapada Diamantina): $300
- One Way transfer : Salvador airport to/ from Salvador da Bahia : $43
- One-Way Private Transfer to Boipeba Island: $120
- Praia do Forte Private Transfer From Salvador : $46
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:
- 3-Hours Snorkeling Activity in Stingray City - Transfer Included: $128
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $59
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $155
- Antigua VC Bird Airport to Island Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $82
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $77
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $254
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $77
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Salvador 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 daySalvador $13Saint John's $68
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $132
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $140
- Baiana Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $152
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
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.Salvador $5.67Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Salvador, Vitória & Barra: Scavenger Hunt Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Salvador, Pelourinho: Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Salvador Sights Self Guided Tour (Vitória and Barra): $7.84
- Walking tour historic Pelourinho: $13
- Panoramic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $19
- Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $19
- Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica: $22
- Regular Tour to Forte Beach - Leaving Salvador by Bahia Top Turismo: $24
- Panoramic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Salvador Panoramic City Tour: $25
- Historic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
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
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience : $66
- Small-Group Hiking Experience in Antigua: $70
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- 2-Hours Stingray City Experience in Antigua: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.38Saint John's $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.37
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Drinks$2.74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salvador is in South America 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 Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Saint John's?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Salvador 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 Salvador or Saint John's?
Salvador 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 Salvador or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Salvador is generally around the same temperature as Saint John'sin July. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 27°C (81°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Saint John's during summer. Salvador gets 246 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. It's quite rainy in Salvador. In January, Salvador usually receives less rain than Saint John'sin July. Salvador gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySalvador 27°C (81°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Salvador during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
Salvador is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the autumn. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in October.
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Salvador often gets less sunshine than Saint John'sin October. Salvador gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually gets more rain in April than Saint John'sin October. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSalvador 26°C (80°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Saint John's. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Salvador is around the same temperature as Saint John's. Typically, the winter temperatures in Salvador in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Saint John's averages at about 24°C (76°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. Salvador usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during winter. Salvador gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun in the winter.
Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Salvador usually receives more rain than Saint John'sin January. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySalvador 24°C (75°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Saint John's. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
In October, Salvador is generally around the same temperature as Saint John'sin April. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 26°C (78°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Salvador this time of the year. In the spring, Salvador often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Saint John'sin April. Salvador gets 228 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Salvador receives a lot of rain in the spring. Salvador usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Saint John'sin April. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSalvador 26°C (78°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Salvador
| Salvador | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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