Which place is cheaper, Saint John's 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's?
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's, 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's?
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'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 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 €121Saint John's €231
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €121, while the average daily cost in Saint John's is €231. 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's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Saint John's €102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Saint John's €204
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Saint John's €15
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€1.66
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
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€1.29
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Taxi From Airport€5.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $77
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Private Transfer from Antigua island hotels to St. John's Port: $57
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $123
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $84
- Private Antigua Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Hammock Cove: $90
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
- Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer): $99
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's 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 €62Saint John's €100
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€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
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
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
- Nicole's Table - Cooking with Rum: $165
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Saint John's €88
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
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€2.55
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Island Flava Discovery Tour: $150
- 6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach: $195
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $143
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $221
- Antigua Eco Island Tour (City, Country, Beach, & Heritage Sites): $199
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $110
- Antigua Reef Riders Self-Drive Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $180
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $85
- Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's: $172
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
- Antigua VIP Tours - Private Platinum Tour: $170
- Antigua VIP Tours - Semi-Private Gold Tour: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Saint John's €15
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's, we can see that Saint John's 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'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 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'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 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's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Saint John's?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn 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 Tallinn or Saint John's?
Tallinn 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 Tallinn or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Tallinn during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
Tallinn is much colder than Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tallinn. In the summer, Tallinn often gets more sunshine than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tallinn usually gets less rain in July than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John's in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Saint John's. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Tallinn is much colder than Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tallinn in October average around 7°C (44°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during autumn. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Saint John's. The winter months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. In January, Tallinn is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around -5°C (22°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In the winter, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets less rain in January than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Saint John's in the Spring?
Both Saint John's and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Tallinn in the spring. Tallinn is much colder than Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 4°C (39°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during spring. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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