Which place is cheaper, Albuquerque or Saint John?
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 Saint John or Albuquerque?
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 Saint John and Albuquerque. 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: Saint John or Albuquerque?
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.
Albuquerque
Albuquerque is a large city in the middle of the desert, right in the heart of New Mexico. It's the largest city in the state and has a lot to offer visitors. The city has a quaint downtown with a handful of good shops and restaurants. The surrounding area is quite beautiful and every fall the city hosts a famous and spectacular hot air balloon festival.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Saint John Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John $233Albuquerque $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John is $233, while the average daily cost in Albuquerque is $165. 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 Saint John and Albuquerque in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John $106Albuquerque $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John $212Albuquerque $138
Compare Hotels in Saint John and Albuquerque
Looking for a hotel in Saint John or Albuquerque? 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: Albuquerque Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John $49Albuquerque $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albuquerque
Also for Albuquerque, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Arrival Private Transfer: $45
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $91
- Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer: $196
- Albuquerque to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
- Balloon Fiesta Albuquerque 2024 transfers: $625
- Private Arrival Transfer from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): $40
- Private Departure Transfer To Albuquerque Airport ABQ: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John or Albuquerque?
Prices for flights to both Albuquerque and Saint John 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 daySaint John $97Albuquerque $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Albuquerque
For Albuquerque, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John $23Albuquerque $24
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
Tours and Activities in Albuquerque
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Albuquerque.
- Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour: $7.95
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Albuquerque by Operation City Quest: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Albuquerque by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- Turquoise Museum Admission Ticket: $20
- Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour: $24
- Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour: $26
- 12pm Old Town History, Legends & Lore Tour: $32
- The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001: $32
- 12pm - Public High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour - Guided Old Town Stroll: $35
- 10pm Late Night RATED "R" Ghost Tour Ages 18+: $38
- Duke City Pedaler: Beverage Tour to Old Town/Sawmill Albuquerque : $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John $44Albuquerque $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John and Albuquerque, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Albuquerque much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John is in Caribbean Islands and Albuquerque is in North America, 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 Albuquerque would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John Expensive? and Is Albuquerque Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.