Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Saint John?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Saint John, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Saint John?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia.
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Tallinn Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn $142Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is $142, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 Tallinn and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn $55Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn $110Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Saint John? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn $14Saint John $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Sedan: $30
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn : $100
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer from Tallinn City / Tallinn Airport: $100
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,902
- Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $299
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $34
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $41
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $48
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn $73Saint John $97
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$9.01
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Dessert$1.35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $83
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn $6.60Saint John $23
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.16
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $7.02
- Tales of Reval GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $7.17
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Tallinn Medieval Magic Exploration Game and Tour: $8.98
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $9.58
- Discover Terrific Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $18
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $18
- 1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour: $18
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn $18Saint John $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $79
- Old Town Walking Tour, Pub Crawl and Accommodation in Tallinn : $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Tallinn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Saint John 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 Tallinn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tallinn 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 would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John than you might in Tallinn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tallinn or Saint John?
Tallinn has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John in the Summer?
Both Saint John and Tallinn during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
In July, Tallinn is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 17°C (62°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Tallinn usually gets more rain in July than Saint John. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Saint John. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tallinn is much colder than Saint John in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 7°C (44°F) in October, and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint John receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Saint John. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Saint John. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
Tallinn can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Tallinn is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tallinn in January average around -5°C (22°F), and Saint John averages at about 26°C (78°F).
Tallinn usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Saint John. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John in the Spring?
Both Saint John and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. In April, Tallinn is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 4°C (39°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Saint John. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.