Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Saint John's can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Saint John's?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Saint John's is $222. 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 Veracruz and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Arrival Private Transfer: $14
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
- Airport Transfer: $25
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:
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $254
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $155
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax Zone D: Hotels: $130
- 3-Hours Snorkeling Activity in Stingray City - Transfer Included: $128
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax. Zone C: Hotels: $120
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $112
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $50Saint John's $68
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour: $7.87
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Veracruz: $8.00
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress of Veracruz Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium: $22
- From Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga: $23
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- Sightseeing City Tour and Wax & Ripley´s Museums: $25
- From San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour: $26
- Mandinga And Boat Trip Tour: $26
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- San Juan De Ulua Tour: $29
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:
- 2-Hours Stingray City Experience in Antigua: $73
- 6-Hours Guided Stingray Tour in the East Coast of Antigua: $161
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $125
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $190
- Animal Lovers Dream Tour: $180
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Antigua Reef Riders Self-Drive Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $180
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $85
- Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's: $135
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
- Antigua Sunset Catamaran Cruise From St. John's: $116
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Saint John's $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Veracruz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Veracruz is in North America 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 Veracruz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Veracruz 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 Veracruz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Saint John's?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Saint John's?
Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Saint John's in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Saint John's. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, 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. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Veracruz this time of the year. In the summer, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 208 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. Veracruz receives a lot of rain in the summer. Veracruz usually gets more rain in July than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 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 JulyVeracruz 27°C (81°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Veracruz is around the same temperature as Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Veracruz in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during autumn. Veracruz gets 188 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 Veracruz. In October, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 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 OctoberVeracruz 26°C (79°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint John's in the Winter?
Both Saint John's and Veracruz during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In January, Veracruz is generally cooler than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 21°C (71°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets less rain in January than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 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 JanuaryVeracruz 21°C (71°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Saint John's. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, 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. In Veracruz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during spring. Veracruz gets 203 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. In April, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 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 AprilVeracruz 26°C (78°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Veracruz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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