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

Should you visit Tartu or Saint John?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tartu and Saint John 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: Tartu or Saint John?

Tartu

Tartu is a university town that is also the second largest city in Estonia. It has a population of about 100,000 and dates back to 1030, making it the oldest city in the country. The Emajogi River passes through town and it has a lovely old town that's pleasant to explore. The city is a great place to see day to day life in Estonia. It is a very real town with people going about their daily lives. If you find yourself here when the weather is nice, you'll be greeted by crowds of happy locals out enjoying the weather. They make full use of the warm, sunny weather with festivals, events, and concerts during the summer. This is easily the most fun and eventful time to visit the city.

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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Estonia, and The Best Budget Tours to Estonia.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tartu and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Tartu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tartu 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 Tartu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tartu 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 Tartu.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tartu Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Tartu or Saint John?

Tartu 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 Tartu or Saint John in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Tartu as well as Saint John. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tartu this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.

In the summer, Tartu is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tartu in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Saint John averages at about 29°C (83°F).

Tartu usually gets more rain in July than Saint John. Tartu gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tartu or Saint John in the Autumn?

Both Saint John and Tartu are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Tartu for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Tartu is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Tartu average around 6°C (43°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John. In October, Tartu usually receives less rain than Saint John. Tartu gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Tartu or Saint John in the Winter?

Both Saint John and Tartu during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tartu in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.

Tartu can get quite cold in the winter. Tartu is much colder than Saint John in the winter. The daily temperature in Tartu averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Saint John fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

Tartu usually gets less rain in January than Saint John. Tartu gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tartu or Saint John in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tartu and Saint John. Most visitors come to Tartu for the natural beauty during these months. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Tartu can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Tartu is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tartu in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Saint John averages at about 27°C (80°F).

In April, Tartu usually receives less rain than Saint John. Tartu gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Saint John and Tartu