Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Hamburg?
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 Hamburg or Saint John?
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 Hamburg and Saint John can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Saint John?
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg $166Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is $166, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 Hamburg and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg $63Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg $126Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg or Saint John? 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg $34Saint John $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket$1.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg hotels to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $204
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Business Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Business Car: $109
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Van: $119
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $101
- Arrival Transfer: Airport HAM to Hamburg by Business Car: $106
- Arrival Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Luxury Van: $119
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $83
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $101
- Departure Transfer: Hamburg to Airport HAM by Business Car: $107
- Departure Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Van: $118
- Hamburg :Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Hamburg 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 dayHamburg $70Saint John $97
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls$18
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites$5.87
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Donner Kebab and Coke$7.04
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer$18
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Donner Kebab Lunch$4.69
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Sandwich and Coffee Break$7.04
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market$4.11
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Coffee and Donut$4.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St George's Culinary Food Tour: $52
- Sternschanze kulinarisch: Die Food Tour: $52
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $53
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Hamburg Traditional Food Tour: Full Meal and Drinks: $90
- Hamburg Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $109
- Hamburg Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better : $130
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $200
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $529
- The Wilhelmsburg Food Tour: $529
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg $46Saint John $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church$4.11
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- NAIPO Relax Lounge Innovative Massage Experience: $1.19
- Free tour: Centro Histórico. Tú decides el precio al final: $1.41
- Free Tour: Port, Red Light District and Beatles. You decide how much to pay at the end: $1.73
- Guided tour of Hamburg's Speicherstadt – warehouses, free port, and duty-free zone: $2.35
- Guided tour of Hamburg's UNESCO World Heritage Site – Warehouses & Cathedrals of Trade: $2.35
- Historic Free Tour of Hamburg Old Warehouse District: $3.56
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.56
- Freewalking Tour Hamburg St.Georg Dreams, diversity and tolerance: $3.56
- Hamburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.81
- Hamburg (Speicherstadt) Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
- Bucerius Kunst Forum: Exhibition ticket Sean Scully: $7.05
- Spicy's Gewürzmuseum Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $7.05
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg $20Saint John $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- The wildest Pub Crawl in Hamburg: $23
- Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $24
- Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $24
- Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $29
- Pub Crawl Hamburg - Ladies Night: $30
- Pub Crawl - Drink & Dare: $30
- Reeperbahn Pub Crawl with Shots and Games: $35
- Hamburg Pub Crawl with Free Welcome Drinks and Club Entry: $36
- Private Pub Crawl in Hamburg with The Crawl Co: $36
- Reeperbahn pub crawl with insider-guide & shots: $317
- Bachelor party Pub crawl & party for your bachelor party: $423
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Hamburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hamburg is in Europe and Saint John 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 Hamburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hamburg 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 would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John than you might in Hamburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg or Saint John?
Hamburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hamburg or Saint John in the Summer?
Both Saint John and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Hamburg is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hamburg in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Saint John averages at about 29°C (83°F).
In July, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Saint John. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Saint John in the Autumn?
Both Saint John and Hamburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
In October, Hamburg is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 10°C (50°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint John gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hamburg usually gets less rain in October than Saint John. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Saint John in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Saint John. The winter months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Hamburg can be very cold. Hamburg is much colder than Saint John in the winter. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 0°C (33°F) in January, and Saint John fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In January, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Saint John. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Saint John in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Saint John. The natural beauty are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
In the spring, Hamburg is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hamburg in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Saint John averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Hamburg usually gets less rain in April than Saint John. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Hamburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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