Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Saint Thomas?
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 Thomas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Saint Thomas?
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 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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Saint Thomas $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $218. 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 Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Airport Transfer: $25
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Arrival Private Transfer: $14
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:
- Vi Top Taxi &Tours - Airport Transfer to the Ritz Carlton : $180
- Private Hotel and Resorts Transfers: $173
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $169
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
- Private Airport Transfer in St. Thomas from Cyril E. King Airport: $135
- Private Ground Transfers: $120
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer Bluebeard’s / Yacht Haven: $110
- Vi Top Taxi -St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove : $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas 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 Thomas $54
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:
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $109
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $110
- Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour : $111
- St. John Dinner Sail to Lovango with Open Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres - Westin: $119
- Cruz Bay - PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail: $159
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to Lovango w/ Open Bar and Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $159
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to St. John with Open Bar & Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $169
- Waterfront Harbor Dinner Sail from Frenchman's Reef: $209
- St Thomas Legends Luxury Dinner Sail from the Ritz Carlton: $209
- Swim w/Turtles at St. John, Pizza Pi & Snorkel a shipwreck. : $250
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Saint Thomas $60
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz: $102
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- Adventure through the Chachalacas Beach and Dunes from Veracruz: $123
- Alvarado And Tlacotalpan Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- Antigua and Zempoala Tour from Veracruz: $86
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- Catemaco And Los Tuxtlas Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- City Tour en Veracruz y Acuario: $100
- Coffee Route, an adventure of aroma and flavor to Veracruz: $150
- From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec: $96
- From Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour: $100
- From Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour: $100
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion : $58
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John: $159
- 1-Hour Guided Jet Ski Tour in St. Thomas from Frenchman's Reef: $179
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- Admission Ticket to Coral World Ocean Park & Coki Beach: $35
- Aerial Sightseeing Adventure!: $250
- Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!: $150
- Charlotte Amalie Walking Tour + Contemporary Art Experience: $79
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $10
- Cocktail Sunset Cruise aboard Breakaway Charters at Sapphire: $115
- Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort: $115
- Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Kayak and Snorkel Tour : $169
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Saint Thomas $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Thomas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Thomas:
- Wine Tasting with Fine Art Downtown Experience: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas 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 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 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 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 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 Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Saint Thomas?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Saint Thomas?
Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Veracruz 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.
In July, Veracruz is generally around the same temperature as Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 27°C (81°F), 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 Veracruz. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during summer. Veracruz gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Veracruz. In July, Veracruz usually receives more rain than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 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 JulyVeracruz 27°C (81°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
Both Saint Thomas and Veracruz during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Saint Thomas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 188 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. It rains a lot this time of the year in Veracruz. Veracruz usually gets less rain in October than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 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 OctoberVeracruz 26°C (79°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Saint Thomas. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Veracruz is cooler than Saint Thomas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Veracruz in January average around 21°C (71°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during winter. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 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 JanuaryVeracruz 21°C (71°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Saint Thomas. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
In April, Veracruz is generally around the same temperature as Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 26°C (78°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Veracruz this time of the year. In the spring, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets less rain in April than Saint Thomas. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 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 AprilVeracruz 26°C (78°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Veracruz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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