Which place is cheaper, Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Fort-de-France, 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 Fort-de-France?
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.
Fort-de-France
As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Agra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $55Fort-de-France $221
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $55, while the average daily cost in Fort-de-France is $221. 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 Fort-de-France in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $15Fort-de-France $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $30Fort-de-France $178
Compare Hotels in Agra and Fort-de-France
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Fort-de-France? 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 Fort-de-France Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Fort-de-France $18
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:
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $200
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $136
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Private Transfer To Jaipur From Agra Via Fatehpur Sikri And Abhaneri: $120
- Private Transfers Agra To Lucknow Drop: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France
Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $74
- Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $74
- Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $74
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Arrival Transfer: $67
- Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Fort-de-France?
Prices for flights to both Fort-de-France 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 $26Fort-de-France $114
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: $5.86
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- 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: $29
- 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
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France
For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $19Fort-de-France $35
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$7.02
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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.
- Agra Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Agra Tour to TajMahal from Delhi by Car: $30
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $41
- Tajmahal Sunrise And Sunset Tour in Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $36
- "Taj Mahal Royal Experience: Skip-Ticket Line with Private Guide": $15
- "Yamuna Serenity: Backside Taj Mahal Tour": $104
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $83
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.
- Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $68
- Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
- App-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Glide into adventure: Hiking and natural slides: $176
- Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
- Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
- Karaib Tour: $66
- Mangrove Guided Tour: $43
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
- Martinique: Coral and Turtle Coves Cruise with Snacks: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.42Fort-de-France $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:
- Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
- North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Fort-de-France, we can see that Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France 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 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 Fort-de-France would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Fort-de-France?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Fort-de-France. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Fort-de-France, 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.