Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Singapore?
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 Singapore or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Singapore or Saint John's? 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: Singapore or Saint John's?
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
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 Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.
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Singapore Prices
Singapore PricesSaint John's Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySingapore $180Saint John's $272
The average daily cost (per person) in Singapore is $180, while the average daily cost in Saint John's is $272. 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 Singapore and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSingapore $102Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSingapore $204Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Singapore and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Singapore 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Singapore $11Saint John's $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
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Taxi to Airport$25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
- 13 Seater Minibus Airport / City Transfer in Singapore: $87
- 2 Day Mandai Wildlife Reserve Singapore with Roundtrip Transfer: $225
- 7 Seater Airport / City Transfer Singapore: $76
- Airport Transfer: $85
- Airport Transfer: SIN Airport to Singapore by Luxury Car: $153
- Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Luxury Van: $117
- Gardens by the Bay & Marina Bay SkyPark with 2 Way Transfer: $103
- Luxurious Airport/Cruise Transfers Singapore: $35
- MBCC & SCC - Cruise Terminal to City Hotel Transfer: $68
- Mandai Wildlife Reserve Singapore Combo with Transfer: $167
- Marina Bay Cruise Centre or SCC to Changi Airport Transfer: $68
- One Way Transfer from Changi Airport to Central Singapore: $80
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: $36
- Antigua&Barbuda to Antigua&Barbuda Airport(ANU) Private Transfer: $46
- Shared Airport Transfers Antigua Resorts: $58
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Antigua Airport (ANU) to Antigua - Arrival Private Transfer: $64
- Antigua to Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) - Departure Transfer: $64
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers: $77
- Private Transfer Service in Antigua: $80
- Shirley's Heights Sunset Party Transfer: $80
- Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer - 8:15am): $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Singapore or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Singapore 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 daySingapore $50Saint John's $117
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast$4.77
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Sugarcane Juice$1.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
- Full day Tour: Food tour, 40-min Cruise & 2 top-visit Light shows: $45
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $53
- Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $54
- Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings (Self-Guided Hunt): $56
- Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker: $58
- Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour: $60
- Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide: $61
- Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide: $68
- Guided Street Food Tour at Night: $74
- Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Hawker Culture Food Tour and Sightseeing: $75
- Eat Snap Katong Walking Food Tour: $76
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
- Local Antigua Rum and Food Tour: $130
- Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
- Nicole's Table - Cooking with Rum: $165
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Singapore $34Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
- Live Like a Local in Singapore (Half-day Tour): $1.58
- Big Little India: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Kampong Glam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Singapore's Malay Culture: $5.20
- Singapore Singtel Best 5G/4G Tourist SIMs with SG Transport Card: $5.40
- Science Center E-Ticket: $6.43
- Singapore ArtScience Museum Admission E-Ticket: $6.50
- Peranakan Museum Admission Ticket: $6.51
- Ticket to Singapore Changi Chapel and Museum: $6.53
- Singapore Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam: Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
- Singapore Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $7.04
- Singapore Kids Quest: Family Walking Adventure: $7.15
- Indian Heritage Centre Entrance Ticket: $7.75
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:
- Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $65
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $65
- North Coast Tour: $65
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience: $66
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- Half Day Historical Tour in Antigua with Beach: $73
- Antigua Harbour Bus Tour Experience: $75
- SoCoHo Eco Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $85
- Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua: $90
- Clear Kayak Tour in Mangrove Antigua: $90
- Historic Museum with CulinaryATE Tours: $90
- English Harbour with CulinaryATE Tours: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySingapore $29Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
- Little India Pub Crawl: $24
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $30
- Singapore Pub Crawl: $38
- Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $39
- Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket: $41
- LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $77
- LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package: $192
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Singapore and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Singapore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Singapore is in Asia 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 Singapore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Singapore 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 Singapore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Singapore Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Singapore or Saint John's?
Singapore has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Singapore 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.
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.