Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Stockholm?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Stockholm or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Stockholm and Saint John's 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: Stockholm or Saint John's?
Stockholm
Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.
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 Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $169Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $169, 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 Stockholm and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $96Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $192Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm 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: Stockholm Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $20Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Stockholm to Stockholm Airport (ARN) - Departure Transfer: $49
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Bromma Airport to Stockholm City 1-7 Passengers: $131
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $131
- Airport Transfer By Business Van - Arlanda Airport - Sthlm City : $207
- Airport Transfer By Luxuary First Class , Arlanda Airport-Sthlm City: $246
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Business Car: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $143
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $123
- Arrival Private Transfer: Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Minibus: $275
- Cruise port VIP Transfer: Cruise port to Stockholm city center 1-6 Passangers: $159
- Cruise port VIP Transfer: Stockholm city center to Cruise port 1-6 Passangers: $156
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 Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $60
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $156
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $78
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $78
- Luxury Airport transfer from or to Antigua Airport : $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Stockholm 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 dayStockholm $36Saint John's $68
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
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Breakfast$9.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Food Tour: $102
- Stockholm Food Tour: $103
- Stockholm Walking Food Tour With Small Group: $119
- From Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $129
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.Stockholm $25Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Free Walking Tour in Stockholm: $0.93
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Stockholm (Old Town and Surroundings): $3.28
- Walking Tour: Modern Stockholm City: $4.17
- Walking Tour Stockholm Old Town: $4.17
- Tour a pie Estocolmo la Ciudad Vieja: $4.63
- Central A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Central A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Gamla Stan's Landmarks and legends: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $6.20
- Stockholm City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
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
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- 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
- Stingray City Experience Antigua - ONLY TICKET: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $26Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $282
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $284
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Stockholm much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe 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 Stockholm would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Stockholm 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 Stockholm.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Saint John's?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm 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 Stockholm or Saint John's?
Stockholm 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 Stockholm or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Stockholm is much colder than Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, 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 Stockholm. Stockholm usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Saint John's during summer. Stockholm gets 260 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. In July, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 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 JulyStockholm 18°C (64°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Stockholm during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Stockholm in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In the autumn, Stockholm is much colder than Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Stockholm in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Stockholm often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 99 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. Stockholm usually gets less rain in October than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 50 mm (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 OctoberStockholm 8°C (46°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Saint John's. Most visitors come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Stockholm can be very cold during winter. In January, Stockholm is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around -3°C (27°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. Stockholm usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during winter. Stockholm gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 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 JanuaryStockholm -3°C (27°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Stockholm or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Saint John's. The spring months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
Stockholm is much colder than Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, 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. In the spring, Stockholm often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 185 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. Stockholm usually gets less rain in April than Saint John's. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 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 AprilStockholm 5°C (41°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Stockholm
| Stockholm | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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