Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Sao Paulo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo 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: Sao Paulo or Saint John's?
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySao Paulo $52Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Sao Paulo is $52, 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 Sao Paulo and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSao Paulo $30Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSao Paulo $60Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Sao Paulo and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Sao Paulo 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: Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sao Paulo $5.90Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- (Sedan Executive Class) Transfer VCP Airport • São Paulo: $298
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia Grande/Santos - Private Transfer: $62
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia/Santos hotels - Arrival Transfer: $62
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Arrival Transfer: $38
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Campinas Airport (VCP)to Praia Grande/Santos - RoundTrip Transfer: $125
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) Sao Paulo - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo - Private Transfer: $38
- Departure Private Transfers: Sao Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU in Business Car: $122
- Departure Private Transfers: Sao Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU in Luxury Van: $143
- Departure private transfer from São Paulo city to Guarulhos Airport by minibus: $194
- Downtown to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $180
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: $254
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $155
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax Zone D: Hotels: $130
- 3-Hours Snorkeling Activity in Stingray City - Transfer Included: $128
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax. Zone C: Hotels: $120
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $112
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Sao Paulo or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Sao Paulo 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 daySao Paulo $15Saint John's $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
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.Sao Paulo $4.05Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Walking Tour Historic Center in São Paulo: $13
- Sao Paulo 360 Guided Tour: $26
- Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $27
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of Augusta street: $35
- Personal aromatic experience in São Paulo: $40
- São Paulo: 2 Hours - Liberdade "Street Food" Tour: $54
- City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day: $64
- São Paulo’s Full Day City Tour: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – (Shared Group): $79
- Street Art and Parks Bike Tour: $80
- Secrets of Downtown São Paulo Bike Tour: $85
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:
- 2-Hours Stingray City Experience in Antigua: $73
- 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
- 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 daySao Paulo $3.52Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
- Fine wine tastings in São Roque - Tour with local guides: $180
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sao Paulo and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sao Paulo Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sao Paulo or Saint John's?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 410 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo or Saint John's?
Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo or Saint John's in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sao Paulo as well as Saint John's. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
In January, Sao Paulo is generally around the same temperature as Saint John'sin July. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 25°C (77°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Sao Paulo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sao Paulo usually gets more rain in January than Saint John'sin July. Sao Paulo gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySao Paulo 25°C (77°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Sao Paulo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Sao Paulo is cooler than Saint John's in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sao Paulo averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In April, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Saint John'sin October. Sao Paulo gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSao Paulo 22°C (72°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Saint John's in the Winter?
Both Saint John's and Sao Paulo during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In the winter, Sao Paulo is cooler than Saint John's. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sao Paulo in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Saint John's averages at about 24°C (76°F)in January.
Sao Paulo usually gets less rain in July than Saint John'sin January. Sao Paulo gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySao Paulo 19°C (66°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sao Paulo and Saint John's. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Sao Paulo is generally cooler than Saint John'sin April. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 21°C (70°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Saint John'sin April. Sao Paulo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSao Paulo 21°C (70°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Sao Paulo
| Sao Paulo | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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.