Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Split?
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 Split or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Split and Saint Thomas. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Split or Saint Thomas?
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
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Split Prices
Croatia PricesSaint Thomas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySplit $148Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Split is $148, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Split and Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSplit $86Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSplit $172Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Split and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Split or Saint Thomas? 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: Split Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Split $17Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
- Split/Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
- Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $1,078
- Private Zagreb to Split transfer with Plitvice lakes & Wine: $1,006
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Zagreb: $993
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik w/ Winery & Ston Visit: $796
- Split Airport: Speedboat Taxi transfer to/from Hvar: $702
- Airport to Hvar Town Speedboat Transfer: $585
- Private Boat Transfer to Hvar Island: $550
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Dubrovnik: $493
- Transfer from Split Airport: $468
- Private Transfer to Krka with Driver & Optional Guide: $467
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vi Top Taxi & Tours -Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay/ Limetree: $110
- VI Top Taxi and Tours - St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $90
- Transfer from Cyril E. King Airport(STT) to Charlotte Amalie Port: $83
- St.Thomas to St.Thomas Airport (STT) - Departure Private Transfer: $115
- St.Thomas island to Cyril E. King Airport(STT)-Departure Transfer: $135
- St. Thomas USVI Airport Transfer to the Redhook Ferry: $144
- St. Thomas USVI Airport Transfer to The Ritz Carlton Resort: $144
- ST.Thomas Private Airport One-Way Transfers: $180
- Private Hotel and Resorts Transfers: $173
- Private Ground Transfers: $120
- Private Arrival Transfer from Cyril E King Airport to Redhook Bay: $175
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Split or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas and Split 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 daySplit $48Saint Thomas $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour with Private Option: $53
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite at a Time: $140
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $143
- A Vineyard Feast: A Group Dinner and Wine Tasting: $199
- Split Cooking Class: $210
- Split Cooking Class - Afternoon Edition Shared Activity: $210
- Vegan Cooking Class with Local Market Tour in Split: $210
- Cooking class on island Brac: $251
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors: Cultural Cooking Class, St Thomas, USVI, USA : $81
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $119
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- Pizza Pi Shuttle (Official) - Jet Ski Trip St Thomas: $148
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
- Christmas Cove and Pizza Pi Happy Hour Sail Tour: $185
- Turtles, Pizza Pi & Sunset trip: $295
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Split $4.36Saint Thomas $60
Tours and Activities in Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Blue cave and Hvar - 5 Islands speedboat tour from Split: $156
- Plitvice Lakes Experience from Split: $166
- Private Foodie Tour: Wine & Seafood with a Local Chef: $239
- Private Tour with Local Guide from Split English or German : $240
- Šolta Island from 5-Hour Olive Oil Tour with Lunch: $257
- Šolta Island from Private E-Bike Tour: $328
- Šolta Island: Self-Guided Bike Tour: $94
- "Blue Lagoon" Half day Chill out tour from Split: $82
- "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $93
- 2 Day Pass with Sightseeing Bus: $54
- 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $191
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $94
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Island Icons & Treasures Tour - St. Thomas USVI : $199
- Magens Bay Trail Hiking Tour: $60
- Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion : $58
- Vi Top Taxi &Tours USVI-Coki Beach Snorkeling Tour : $68
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John: $169
- 1-Hour Guided Jet Ski Tour in St. Thomas from Frenchman's Reef: $159
- 1.5 Hour Private Mini Jeep Tour on St. Thomas: $220
- 3 Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $139
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch: $159
- Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!: $150
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySplit $9.35Saint Thomas $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Diocletian's Palace Walking and Wine Tasting Tour: $18
- Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $32
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $44
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $45
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $49
- From Krka Waterfalls day tour & wine tasting: $49
- Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir: $50
- Wine Tasting at Seafront Tasting Room in Kastela: $54
- Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $56
- Educational wine tasting in Split: $57
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $59
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian’s Palace: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Split and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Split much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Split is in Europe and Saint Thomas 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 Split would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Split 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 Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas than you might in Split.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Split Expensive? and Is Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Split or Saint Thomas?
Split has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Split and Saint Thomas, 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 Split or Saint Thomas?
Split has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Split or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Split and Saint Thomas. The beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Split this time of year. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Split is generally around the same temperature as Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Split average around 26°C (80°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. Split usually receives more sunshine than Saint Thomas during summer. Split gets 345 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Split usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Split gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySplit 26°C (80°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Split or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Split as well as Saint Thomas. Many travelers come to Split for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
Split is much colder than Saint Thomas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Split averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. In the autumn, Split often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Split gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Saint Thomas. Split usually gets less rain in October than Saint Thomas. Split gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSplit 18°C (64°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Split or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
Both Saint Thomas and Split are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Split in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Split is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Split in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. Split usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during winter. Split gets 128 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Split usually receives more rain than Saint Thomas. Split gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySplit 8°C (47°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Split or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
Both Saint Thomas and Split during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Split for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
In April, Split is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Split average around 15°C (59°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Split. In the spring, Split often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Split gets 212 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun.
Split usually gets less rain in April than Saint Thomas. Split gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSplit 15°C (59°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Split
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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