Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Uppsala?
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 Uppsala or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Saint Thomas, 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: Uppsala or Saint Thomas?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Uppsala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $182Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $182, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Uppsala and Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $102Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $204Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Saint Thomas? 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $22Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cyril E. King Airport STT to Charlotte Amalie RoundTrip Transfer: $204
- Prince Taxi & Tours St.Thomas Airport transfer to Redhook Ferry: $200
- Prince Taxi USVI ST.Thomas Airport transfer to Westin : $180
- Prince Taxi USVI-ST.Thomas Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton : $180
- ST.Thomas Private Airport One-Way Transfers: $180
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $179
- Private Arrival Transfer from Cyril E King Airport to Redhook Bay: $175
- Prince Taxi ST.Thomas Airport transfer to Yacht Haven/Bluebeards: $175
- Private Hotel and Resorts Transfers: $173
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $63Saint Thomas $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors: Cultural Cooking Class, St Thomas, USVI, USA : $81
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $119
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- Pizza Pi Shuttle (Official) - Jet Ski Trip St Thomas: $148
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
- Christmas Cove and Pizza Pi Happy Hour Sail Tour: $185
- Turtles, Pizza Pi & Sunset trip: $295
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $21Saint Thomas $60
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $213
- Adventure parc: $54
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $281
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Uppsala Private Guided Walking Tour: $280
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Island Icons & Treasures Tour - St. Thomas USVI : $199
- Magens Bay Trail Hiking Tour: $60
- Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion : $58
- Vi Top Taxi &Tours USVI-Coki Beach Snorkeling Tour : $68
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John: $169
- 1-Hour Guided Jet Ski Tour in St. Thomas from Frenchman's Reef: $159
- 1.5 Hour Private Mini Jeep Tour on St. Thomas: $220
- 3 Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $139
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch: $159
- Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!: $150
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $20Saint Thomas $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Uppsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Uppsala is in Europe and Saint Thomas 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 Uppsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uppsala 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 Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas than you might in Uppsala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Saint Thomas?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Saint Thomas, 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 Uppsala or Saint Thomas?
Uppsala has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Uppsala or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Uppsala is much colder than Saint Thomas in the summer. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
Both Saint Thomas and Uppsala during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
In the autumn, Uppsala is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Uppsala in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun.
Saint Thomas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Uppsala usually gets less rain in October than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Saint Thomas. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Uppsala can be very cold. In January, Uppsala is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around -3°C (27°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Saint Thomas. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
Uppsala is much colder than Saint Thomas in the spring. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. In the spring, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Saint Thomas. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Uppsala
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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