Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Turku?
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 Turku or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Saint Croix, 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: Turku or Saint Croix?
Turku
Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Turku Prices
Finland PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku $187Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is $187, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Turku and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku $89Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku $178Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Turku and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Turku or Saint Croix? 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: Turku Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku $52Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turku
Also for Turku, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku (TKU) Airport to City centre: $80
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Turku 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 dayTurku $65Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku $26Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $287
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku $14Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Turku much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Turku is in Europe and Saint Croix 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 Turku would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Turku 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 Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Turku.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Turku Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Turku or Saint Croix?
Turku has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Croix experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Turku or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Turku during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Turku is much colder than Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Turku usually gets more rain in July than Saint Croix. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Turku or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Saint Croix. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Turku is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Turku in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Saint Croix receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Turku usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Turku or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Turku as well as Saint Croix. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
The weather in Turku can be very cold. In January, Turku is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Turku average around -6°C (20°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Turku usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Saint Croix. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Turku or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Turku in the spring. Turku is much colder than Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In April, Turku usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Turku
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 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.