Which place is cheaper, Anchorage or Agra?
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 Agra or Anchorage?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Anchorage, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Agra or Anchorage?
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
Anchorage
Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, is in the south-central part of the state on the Cook Inlet. It's known for its cultural sites and also as a gateway to nearby wilderness areas and mountains. From the sparkling waters of Cook Inlet to the tallest peaks of the Chugach Mountains, Anchorage encompasses incredible adventures and metropolitan appeals that are larger than life. With 1,500 moose, incredible national parks nearby and 60 glaciers a short drive away, it's a dream destination in Alaska.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City.
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Agra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $55Anchorage $228
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $55, while the average daily cost in Anchorage is $228. 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 Agra and Anchorage in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $15Anchorage $117
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $30Anchorage $234
Compare Hotels in Agra and Anchorage
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Anchorage? 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: Agra Hotel Prices and Anchorage Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Anchorage $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $1.00
- Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $1.34
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour with Transfer: $2.48
- Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Tour with Pickup & Transfer.: $4.14
- Skip The Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour with Transfer: $4.49
- Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour with Transfers: $5.91
- Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $6.00
- Taj Mahal Full-Day Tour with Guide and Hotel Transfers: $9.43
- From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfers: $11
- One-Way Transfer Airport to Hotel: $12
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour with Transfers: $12
- Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Anchorage
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Anchorage:
- Private Transfer, Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Ship Terminal: $299
- Private Transfer, Anchorage to Seward Cruise Ship Terminal: $299
- Matanuska Glacier Hike with Transfers: $299
- Dog Sled Ride in Willow with Transfers: $289
- Private Transfer Anchorage Airport (ANC) to Whittier Cruise Port: $232
- Seward to Anchorage- Post Cruise Curated Wildlife Tour +Transfer: $227
- Anchorage to Seward- Pre-Cruise Curated Wildlife Tour +Transfer: $227
- Private Transfer Alaska Anchorage Airport ANC to Anchorage City: $180
- ANC Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $79
- One Way Private Transfer to/from Savannah Int'l: $64
- Private Departure Transfer - to Anchorage Airport (ANC): $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Anchorage?
Prices for flights to both Anchorage and Agra 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 dayAgra $26Anchorage $87
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.91
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
- Old City & Street Food Tour with Vechicle Choice: $22
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $30
- Agra's best cooking classes: $30
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $31
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $35
Typical Food Prices in Anchorage
Some typical examples of dining costs in Anchorage are as follows:
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Bread$4.25
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Breakfast for Two$17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Anchorage
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Anchorage.
- City of Anchorage SIGHTSEEING & FOOD Tour - Winter & Summer: $185
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $19Anchorage $30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$7.03
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.83
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.00
- Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Private Tour with Entry Ticket: $1.48
- Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $1.65
- From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with 5* Lunch: $1.77
- Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour: $2.07
- Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Skip The Line: $2.13
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Breakfast: $2.36
- Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $2.36
- Skip The line Taj Mahal Guided Tour: $2.36
- Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by Gatimaan Express Train: $2.36
- From Agra - Skip the Line: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car: $2.36
Typical Entertainment Prices in Anchorage
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Anchorage are as follows:
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1 Day Bike Rental$33
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1/2 Day Rafting Trip$105
Tours and Activities in Anchorage
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Anchorage are as follows:
- Spenard Neighborhood FOOD & TRUE CRIME Walking Tour: $150
- 26 Glacier Tour, Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK: $239
- Admissions Ticket - Alaska Native Heritage Center: $30
- Advanced Snowshoeing Adventure: $238
- Aerial Tram and Wildlife Center tour from Anchorage: $189
- Alaska 9 Day Ocean Wildlife to Interior Wilderness Adventure: $7,599
- Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup: $115
- Alaska Wildlife Tour: $119
- Alaska: Cold Weather Kayaking Experience: $150
- Alaska: Ladies Only Snowshoe Adventure: $75
- Anchorage Brews Tour: $169
- Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.43Anchorage $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Anchorage
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Anchorage:
- Chocolate and Wine Tasting Tour: $110
- Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting : $295
- Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Honey, Wine Tasting: $295
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Anchorage, we can see that Anchorage is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Agra is in Asia and Anchorage 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 Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Anchorage would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Anchorage than you might in Agra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Anchorage Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Anchorage?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Anchorage. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Anchorage, 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.
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.