Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo or Saint John's? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Saint John's?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
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 in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $190Saint John's $272
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $190, 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 Tokyo and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $79Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $158Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $18Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tokyo to Narita Airport: $232
- Airport Shuttle Arrival Transfer : from Haneda Airport to Tokyo City: $65
- Airport Transfer between Narita and Tokyo or Disney or Yokohama: $231
- Airport Transfer: Haneda Airport and Tokyo 23 wards: $135
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Haneda Airport: $116
- DECKS Tokyo Beach & Odaiba 1 Way Door to Door Shared Transfer: $56
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $286
- Departure Transfer from Tokyo City to Haneda Airport HND by van: $176
- Disabled-passenger transfer from Haneda Airport to Yokohama Port : $216
- Discount Rate, Airport Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda ⇔ Narita : $260
- Discover Makaino Farm with Bus Transfer from Tokyo: $71
- Disneyland or Disneysea Transfer to or from Tokyo English Driver: $20
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:
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
- 3-Hours Eye-Opening Stingray City Antigua - Transfer R/T included: $133
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $123
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $109
- Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer): $99
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $93
- Private Antigua Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Hammock Cove: $90
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $84
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $77
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $67Saint John's $117
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.41
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.41
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Meal at Airport$7.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tsukiji Food Tour Explore Markets and Temples in Tokyo: $18
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $21
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $34
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour : $34
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $34
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks: $44
- Weekend Japanese Cooking Demonstration with a Tokyo Mom, Toshiko: $49
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $51
- Tokyo private hidden food tour: $55
- Mastering the Grill A Ninja Yakiniku A5 Wagyu Dinner in Nippori : $56
- Tokyo Retro Backstreet Tokyo Tour Option to Add Dinner: $56
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.Tokyo $71Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Imperial Palace or Edo Castle Time Trip Learning Walking Tour: $3.42
- Tokyo 4‑Day Self‑Guided PDF Tour of Senso‑ji, Shibuya and more: $3.42
- Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Guided Tour: $3.46
- Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys: $3.57
- Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Tokyo Asakusa & Senso-ji Tour with Audioguide: $8.34
- Tokyo Metro Subway Ticket: $8.85
- Horse Racing Tour with Local Fans in Tokyo: $10
- Shibuya drinking tour: $10
- Gyoda Oshi Castle Ninja Experience : $11
- Tokyo Subway Ticket : $11
- Water Bus Ticket Odaiba ↔ Asakusa: $12
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:
- 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 dayTokyo $34Saint John's $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$4.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $34
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $38
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $114
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $116
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $132
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $142
- Cultural Sake Brewery Private Tour & Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $172
- From Tokyo：Mt.fuji /Museum/Sake brewery/ 1DAY BUS TOUR: $201
- Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.: $242
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Tokyo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia 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 Tokyo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tokyo 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 Tokyo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tokyo Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Saint John's?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 340 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo 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 Tokyo or Saint John's?
Tokyo 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 Tokyo or Saint John's in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tokyo as well as Saint John's. The summer months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
In July, Tokyo is generally around the same temperature as Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 26°C (78°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In the summer, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Tokyo gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Tokyo usually gets less rain in July than Saint John's. Tokyo gets 127 mm (5 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 JulyTokyo 26°C (78°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Tokyo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tokyo is much colder than Saint John's in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during autumn. Tokyo gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. It's quite rainy in Tokyo. In October, Tokyo usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Tokyo gets 165 mm (6.5 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 OctoberTokyo 18°C (64°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Saint John's in the Winter?
Both Saint John's and Tokyo during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In the winter, Tokyo is much colder than Saint John's. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tokyo in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Saint John's averages at about 24°C (76°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Tokyo gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun.
Tokyo usually gets less rain in January than Saint John's. Tokyo 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 JanuaryTokyo 5°C (42°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tokyo and Saint John's. Many visitors come to Tokyo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Tokyo is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 14°C (58°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during spring. Tokyo gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Tokyo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Saint John's. Tokyo gets 125 mm (4.9 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 AprilTokyo 14°C (58°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Tokyo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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