Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Sapporo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Sapporo or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sapporo and Antigua Guatemala can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Sapporo or Antigua Guatemala?
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySapporo $121Antigua Guatemala $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Sapporo is $121, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is $74. 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 Sapporo and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSapporo $60Antigua Guatemala $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSapporo $120Antigua Guatemala $44
Compare Hotels in Sapporo and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Sapporo or Antigua Guatemala? 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: Sapporo Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sapporo $15Antigua Guatemala $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284
- Sapporo to Chitose Airport Private Transfer | Licensed Driver: $271
- Private Transfer from Sapporo Airport(CTS) to Muroran Cruise Port: $268
- Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS): $268
- CTS New Chitose Airport To/From Sappro Private Transfer: $246
- Sapporo to CTS New Chitose Airport Private Transfer: $230
- Horseback-Riding in a Country Side in Sapporo - Private Transfer is Included: $207
- New Chitose Airport(CTS) Private Transfer | Licensed Driver: $185
- Between Sapporo and New Chitose Airport: Private One-Way Transfer: $157
- Private Airport Transfer: Sapporo City→ New Chitose Airport (CTS): $150
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
- Shared Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to Shin Chitose Airport: $104
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Antigua: One way private transfer to Panajachel: $194
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Semuc Champey or Coban: $182
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Antigua: $90
- Private transfer from Antigua to La Aurora Airport: $90
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Monterrico Beach: $85
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- Private Transfer One Way Antigua Guatemala to El Paredon Beach: $75
- Private Transfer:Antigua GuatemalaLake Atitlán(Any Town)OneWay: $74
- Private Transfer From Antigua to Panajachel Atitlan: $70
- Private Transfer from Antigua to the Airport: $70
- Antigua: One way private transfer to Guatemala City: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Sapporo or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Sapporo 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 daySapporo $49Antigua Guatemala $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Host Kanae: $72
- Izakaya & Street Food Tour (10+ Dishes, Drinks Included): $101
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Chef Shiori: $108
- Sapporo Local Food Tour Dine Like a Local in the Evening Glow: $151
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch$3.27
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Lunch$7.86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
- Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
- Cooking and pastry class in Casa San Miguel: $38
- Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
- Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop: $50
- Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
- Private Street Food Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $65
- Antigua Street Food Tour: $65
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
- Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
- Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sapporo $16Antigua Guatemala $15
Tours and Activities in Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- 1 Day Tour from Sapporo Blue Pond and Hills of Seasonal Colors: $234
- 1 Day Tour in Sapporo Mt Maruyama Hike and Okurayama Ski Jump: $144
- 1 Day Tour to Hill of the Buddha, Sapporo and Sake: $160
- 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Sapporo Station: $288
- 1-Day Walking Tour in Historical Sights of Sapporo: $161
- A pairing experience in Sapporo where you can enjoy tempura and 3 kinds of Hokkaido-only sake, along with a soba-noodle making experience!: $120
- Asahiyama Zoo, Biei tree, Shirohige Falls and Blue Pond Day Tour: $106
- Asahiyama Zoo, Biei tree, Shirohige Falls and Blue Pond Day Tour: $85
- Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls/Ningle Terrace Day Tour: $110
- Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Fairy Terrace Day Tour | Hokkaido: $100
- Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Falls, Biei, and Blue Pond Day Tour: $100
- Authentic Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour: $64
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- ¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!: $100
- 2 - Days : Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $150
- 2-Day Kayak and Hike Adventure Package from Antigua: $219
- 2-Day, 1-Night Tour of Volcano Acatenango from Antigua: $92
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $220
- 3-Hour Chateau Defay Vineyard Tour in Central America: $170
- 4 Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $32
- 4-Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $25
- 4WD Acatenango Volcano Tour & Fuego / All Inclusive !: $400
- 4WD experience to Acatenango Volcano/Fuego Volcano from Antigua: $333
- 4x4 Acatenango Volcano and Fuego Vistas 2 Day Shared Tour: $260
- 4x4 tour from Antigua with a night camp in front of the Fuego volcano: $1,300
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySapporo $7.56Antigua Guatemala $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:
- Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $160
- 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sapporo and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Sapporo is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sapporo is in Asia and Antigua Guatemala 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 Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sapporo Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sapporo or Antigua Guatemala?
Sapporo has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Sapporo and Antigua Guatemala, 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.