Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Zagreb?
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 Zagreb or Saint John?
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 Zagreb and Saint John. 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: Zagreb or Saint John?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
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 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $105Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $105, 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 Zagreb and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $57Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $114Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $11Saint John $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Airport Transfer: Zagreb to Zagreb Airport ZAG by Luxury Car: $118
- Airport Zagreb Transfer and Shuttle : $107
- Bratislava: Private transfer to Zagreb or Zagreb to BTS: $332
- Budapest: Private transfer to Zagreb or Zagreb to Budapest: $423
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Zagreb Airport ZAG / Zagreb City: $51
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer from Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport: $72
- From Sarajevo: 1-Way Transfer to Zagreb or opposite: $410
- From Split: Transfer to Zagreb with Stop at Plitvice Lakes: $163
- From Plitvice Lakes Round-Trip Comfort Bus Transfer: $17
- From Transfer to Split & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour: $163
- Guided transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes stop: $165
- Krka National Park Private Tour from Zagreb with transfer to Sibenik: $296
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb $34Saint John $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Food Tour with Tastings: $104
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $106
- Bite Back in Time: Zagreb's Food Tour Spiced with History : $131
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour: $155
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $161
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $184
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $14Saint John $23
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Searching for Love in Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $5.95
- Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket: $7.02
- Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships: $8.19
- Monuments to Modernism: An Audio Tour of the Zagreb Trade Fair: $8.99
- Cravaticum - Museum of The Cravat Entry Ticket: $9.36
- Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket: $12
- Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $14
- VR 3D Immersive Film Experience - Voucher: $14
- City and WWII Tunnels Walking Tour: $18
- Zagreb Time Travel – Discover Zagreb with a fun interactive tablet city tour!: $18
- City & History Walking Tour & WW2 Tunnels: $18
- Jump into Walking Tour with local guide: $21
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 dayZagreb $10Saint John $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb Pub Crawl 1Hour of Unlimited Drinks Club Entry: $35
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $106
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $176
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $183
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $274
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor : $285
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $286
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagreb 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 Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Zagreb or Saint John?
Zagreb 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 Zagreb or Saint John in the Summer?
Both Saint John and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city activities 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 July, Zagreb is generally cooler than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In July, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Saint John. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 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 JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John in the Autumn?
Both Saint John and Zagreb during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
Zagreb is much colder than Saint John in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint John gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Zagreb usually gets less rain in October than Saint John. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 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 OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Saint John. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Zagreb. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Saint John averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In January, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Saint John. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 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 JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Saint John. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the spring for the activities around the city. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
In April, Zagreb is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Zagreb usually gets less rain in April than Saint John. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 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 AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Zagreb
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.