Which place is cheaper, San Juan or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or San Juan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and San Juan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or San Juan?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
San Juan
If you've ever set foot on a Caribbean cruise, you've probably spent a bit of time in San Juan, Puerto Rico. However, maybe you should consider spending more than just a port day in this beautiful and historically rich city.
As the capital and largest city in all of Puerto Rico, San Juan is home to approximately 400,000 people. Established in 1521, it is also the second oldest European-founded settlement in the Americas.
As this city fuses a historic paradise with modern day energy, it has absolutely everything to offer. Intellectual wanderers, beach bums, rainforest adventurers and radical surfers will all find plenty to do in San Juan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius $101San Juan $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is $101, while the average daily cost in San Juan is $192. 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 Vilnius and San Juan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius $45San Juan $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius $90San Juan $248
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and San Juan
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or San Juan? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and San Juan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius $8.89San Juan $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $645
- From Druskininkai & Grutas Park Tour with Transfer: $517
- Private Transfer: Vilnius to Klaipeda or Klaipeda to Vilnius via Trakai Castle: $241
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $215
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $215
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Juan
Also for San Juan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to San Juan Airport: $22
- San Juan One-way Transfer: $30
- San Juan hotels to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan Luxury Private Round-Trip Transfer: SJU Airport - Cruise Pier - Hotel : $50
- Oneway Transfer- San Juan(SJU, hotel, airbnb, port) to Río Grande: $68
- Old Walking Tour with Shopping and Hotel Transfer: $70
- Roundtrip-Transfer from: SJU Airport,Cruises and Hotels in Puerto Rico LuxurySUV: $70
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Tesla Y Luxury SUV, Select Zone: $77
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Tesla S Lux Sedan, Select Zone: $79
- Oneway Transfer San Juan to Ceiba: Ferry, Vieques/Culebra Airport: $80
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Lexus Luxury Sedan, Select Zone: $81
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Ford Premium SUV, Select Zone: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or San Juan?
Prices for flights to both San Juan and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius $43San Juan $36
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Old San Juan Sunset Food Tour with Drinks: $156
- Savor the Sunset: Old San Juan Walk and Food Tour: $159
- City Lights Sky High Dinner Experience: $165
- Authentic Flavors of San Juan Food Tour: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius $10San Juan $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.21
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $86
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $171
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $108
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $387
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $34
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $208
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $269
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $215
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $77
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Horseback Riding Tour$40
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Full Day Snorkeling Trip$100
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1 Hr Windsurfing Lesson$75
Tours and Activities in San Juan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Juan.
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Historic Buildings: $5.99
- Discover Old In-App Audio Tour of History: $11
- Self-Guided Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Group Transportation in airport, cruise ships, hotels, bnb's in San Juan, PR: $20
- Old Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $25
- Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Certified Guide: $30
- Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
- History, Legends, & Highlights Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Old San Juan Walking Tour: $39
- Old San Juan City Walking Tour: $39
- Legacy Tour at Casa BarcadÍ in Puerto Rico: $45
- Ron del Barrilito Skip-the-Line Heritage Tour Ticket: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius $6.83San Juan $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.66
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
Sample the Local Flavors in San Juan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in San Juan:
- Pinones Pub crawl in Puerto Rico: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and San Juan, we can see that San Juan is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and San Juan 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 Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 San Juan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Juan than you might in Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is San Juan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or San Juan?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of San Juan. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and San Juan, 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 Vilnius or San Juan?
Vilnius has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but San Juan experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vilnius or San Juan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as San Juan. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to San Juan throughout the year.
In July, Vilnius is generally much colder than San Juan. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in San Juan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than San Juan. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 287 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets less rain in July than San Juan. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)San Juan 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or San Juan in the Autumn?
Both San Juan and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to San Juan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Vilnius is much colder than San Juan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in San Juan. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than San Juan during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in San Juan. In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than San Juan. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)San Juan 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or San Juan in the Winter?
Both San Juan and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to San Juan year-round.
Vilnius can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than San Juan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and San Juan averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In San Juan, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than San Juan. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 240 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets less rain in January than San Juan. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)San Juan 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or San Juan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and San Juan. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the natural beauty during these months. San Juan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Vilnius is generally much colder than San Juan. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in San Juan this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than San Juan during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than San Juan. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)San Juan 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for San Juan and Vilnius
| Vilnius | San Juan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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