Which place is cheaper, Halifax or Saint John's?
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's or Halifax?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Halifax? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Saint John's or Halifax?
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.
Halifax
The quaint and charming coastal town of Halifax, Nova Scotia has an interesting personality. While it caters to travelers from all over the world, it maintains the pace and lifestyle of a small town.
Steeped in maritime history, Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia, and one of the world's greatest natural harbors. This busy seaport serves as the economic and cultural hub of Eastern Canada.
When planning your trip keep in mind that this city has a climate like other coastal cities. Summers are nice with the occasional humidity. Winters are mild, but still full of snow and wind. The best time of year to visit is most certainly the fall.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Vancouver.
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Saint John's Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $272Halifax $137
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $272, while the average daily cost in Halifax is $137. 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's and Halifax in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Halifax $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Halifax $130
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Halifax
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Halifax? 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: Halifax Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Halifax $17
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:
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $77
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Private Transfer from Antigua island hotels to St. John's Port: $57
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $123
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $84
- Private Antigua Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Hammock Cove: $90
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
- Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer): $99
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Halifax
Also for Halifax, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Halifax Stanfield Airport YHZ: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Halifax?
Prices for flights to both Halifax and Saint John's 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's $117Halifax $54
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
- Nicole's Table - Cooking with Rum: $165
Typical Food Prices in Halifax
For Halifax, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Bluenose II Restaurant$45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Halifax
For Halifax, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Peggy's Cove Small Group Night Tour with Dinner: $157
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Halifax $28
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:
- Island Flava Discovery Tour: $150
- 6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach: $195
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $143
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $221
- Antigua Eco Island Tour (City, Country, Beach, & Heritage Sites): $199
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $110
- Antigua Reef Riders Self-Drive Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $180
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $85
- Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's: $172
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
- Antigua VIP Tours - Private Platinum Tour: $170
- Antigua VIP Tours - Semi-Private Gold Tour: $135
Tours and Activities in Halifax
For Halifax, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour: $14
- Georges Island National Historic Site Ferry Ticket: $16
- Happy Hour Cruise with Live Music: $21
- Guided Kayak Tour with Multiple Options: $29
- Halifax Sunset Cruise Aboard the Tall Ship Silva: $33
- Best of Halifax Harbour Tour: $40
- Party Cruise on the Harbour Queen: $42
- 50-Minute Boat Tour of the Harbour: $42
- Tall Ship Harbor Sailing Cruise with Live Music: $42
- Harbour Hopper City & Water Cruise in a Duck Boat: $56
- Signature Adventure Sail: $56
- Solar Waterfront Food/Drink Party Bike Experience: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Halifax $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Halifax
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Halifax:
- Nova Scotia Annapolis Valley Wine Tour Lead by a Sommelier: $168
- The Classic Vintage Car Wine Tour: $206
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Halifax, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Halifax much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Halifax 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 Halifax would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Halifax 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 Halifax.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John's Expensive? and Is Halifax Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Halifax?
Halifax has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Halifax, 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 Saint John's or Halifax?
Halifax 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 Saint John's or Halifax in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Saint John's as well as Halifax. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Halifax in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Saint John's is generally much warmer than Halifax. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 27°C (81°F), and Halifax fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Halifax. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In the summer, Saint John's often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Halifax. Saint John's gets 245 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Halifax receives 230 hours of full sun.
Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the summer. Saint John's usually gets more rain in July than Halifax. Saint John's gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Halifax receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint John's 27°C (81°F)Halifax 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Halifax in the Autumn?
Both Halifax and Saint John's are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Halifax for the shopping scene during these months.
Saint John's is much warmer than Halifax in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint John's averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Halifax fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during autumn. Saint John's gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 148 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Halifax. It's quite rainy in Saint John's. In October, Saint John's usually receives more rain than Halifax. Saint John's gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Halifax receives 121 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint John's 27°C (80°F)Halifax 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Halifax in the Winter?
Both Halifax and Saint John's during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Halifax because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Halifax can be very cold. In the winter, Saint John's is much warmer than Halifax. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint John's in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Halifax averages at about -4°C (24°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. In the winter, Saint John's often gets more sunshine than Halifax. Saint John's gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Halifax receives 111 hours of full sun.
Halifax gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Saint John's usually gets less rain in January than Halifax. Saint John's gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Halifax receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint John's 24°C (76°F)Halifax -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Halifax in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint John's and Halifax. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
It's quite cold in Halifax in the spring. In April, Saint John's is generally much warmer than Halifax. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 26°C (78°F), and Halifax fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint John's usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during spring. Saint John's gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 148 hours of full sun in the spring.
Halifax receives a lot of rain in the spring. Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Saint John's usually receives more rain than Halifax. Saint John's gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Halifax receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint John's 26°C (78°F)Halifax 4°C (39°F)
Typical Weather for Halifax and Saint John's
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | -1°C (29°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
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