A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Stockholm vs. Saint John's for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best Luxury Tours to Antigua and Barbuda, and The Best Adventure Tours to Antigua and Barbuda.


Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Stockholm?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $210, 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 Stockholm and Saint John's in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Stockholm $104
    Saint John's $120
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Stockholm $208
    Saint 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.

Hotels in Stockholm


Hotels in Saint Johns


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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 and Saint John's Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Stockholm $22
    Saint John's $17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:

  • Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $199
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Business Car: $140
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $150
  • Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
  • Arlanda Express Train Airport and Stockholm City Transfer: $44
  • Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Business Car: $130
  • Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Car: $150
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $140
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $130
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Luxury Car: $150
  • Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Business Car: $130
  • Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Luxury Van: $140

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:


  • Local Bus
    $1.52
  • Taxi From Airport
    $6.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:

  • Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer: $109
  • Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
  • Antigua Airport(ANU) to Antigua island Roundtrip Private Transfer: $89
  • Antigua Private Airport Transfer (ANU) Round-Trip to All Resorts: $80
  • Antigua Private Airport Transfer- South Side Hotels: $30
  • Antigua Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $49
  • Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
  • Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
  • Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer - 8:15am): $89
  • Discover the Best of Antigua Sightseeing Tour - Eagle Transfers: $125
  • JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
  • Never Ending Taxi Service-Islandwide Transfers Round trip Antigua: $80

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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Stockholm $67
    Saint John's $117
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:


  • Breakfast
    $9.88

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.

  • Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $27
  • Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $31
  • Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $31
  • City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
  • Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
  • Stockholm Food Tour: $113
  • Food Tour: $119
  • Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
  • Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $131
  • From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
  • Stockholm Private Food Tour with a Local: Tastiest Treats 100% Personalized: $228
  • Stockholm Private Walking Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings: $258

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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Stockholm $27
    Saint John's $103

Tours and Activities in Stockholm

Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $1.12
  • Reveal Your Eye Experience at the Iris Galerie: $1.52
  • From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $4.86
  • Stockholm Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.73
  • Stockholm Troll Hunt: Self-Guided Old Town Adventure: $5.83
  • Stockholm Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h20 and 25 reviews: $6.69
  • Myths, Murders, and Monarchy: Stockholm Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
  • Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.16
  • Old Town Stockholm Tour History Vikings and Hidden Stories: $10
  • Walking Tour of Stockholm's Old Town, Gamla Stan: $10
  • Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles: $11
  • TOP Private Guided Tour with Your Mobile: $11

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:


  • 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:

  • Falmouth Ocean Club Dance Class Experience: $12
  • Antigua: Trolley Train City Tour & Beach Time: $45
  • 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
  • The Only 4x4 Adventure to Rendezvous Bay - Wilson Castaway Tour: $80
  • Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
  • Land Sailing Adventure in Antigua: $80
  • SoCoHo Eco Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $88
  • Secret Beach Escape in Antigua: Half-Day Experience: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Stockholm $28
    Saint 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:

  • The Original Pub Crawl: $26
  • Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $37
  • Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
  • Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419


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.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Stockholm 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.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Stockholm 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.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Stockholm -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.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Stockholm 5°C (41°F) 
    Saint John's 26°C (78°F)

Typical Weather for Saint John's and Stockholm

Stockholm Saint John's
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)