Which place is cheaper, Panama City or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Panama City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Panama City, 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 Panama City?
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.
Panama City
Panama City is the cosmopolitan capital city of the country of Panama. With a population of almost 900,000 and almost 1.5 million in the metropolitan area, it's a very diverse city with expat residents from all over the world. You don't have to search far to find someone who speaks English, and many Panamanians are quite helpful and friendly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Panama.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Panama City $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Panama City is $86. 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 Panama City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Panama City $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Panama City $70
Compare Hotels in Agra and Panama City
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Panama City? 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 Panama City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Panama City $11
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$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Cochin: Cruise to Agra Tour With Mumbai Port Transfer: $964
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $169
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private Transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $147
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $146
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Private Transfers Agra To Vrindavan Drop: $122
- Private Transfer To Jaipur From Agra Via Fatehpur Sikri And Abhaneri: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Panama City
Also for Panama City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Embera Indian Village Tour w/ Airport Transfer: $290
- Panama Tocumen Airport (PTY): Private Transfer to Coronado: $279
- Panama Tocumen Airport (PTY): Transfer to Decameron hotels: $275
- Transfer Airport or Hotel To Playa Venao Panama or vice versa: $260
- Half-Day City & Canal Tour w/ Airport Transfer: $215
- San Blas Day Trip (Transfers & Lunch included): $170
- Panama Airport Transfer from Tocumen PTY to Playa Blanca: $170
- Miraflores Visitor Center Ticket & Transfer: $155
- Arrival Transfer Panama Tocumen Airport PTY to Panama by Sprinter: $152
- Panama Tocumen Airport(PTY) to Colón Round-Trip Private Transfer: $147
- Round-Trip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Tocumen Airport in Playa Bonita: $140
- Accommodation and transfers for cruise departures from Puerto de Colón: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Panama City?
Prices for flights to both Panama City 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 $16Panama City $21
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$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra Food Tour: $5.96
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.96
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $9.51
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $10
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes & Experiences (Pick up and Drop): $18
- 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
- Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings: $23
- Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $29
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Panama City
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Panama City:
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Sandwich$8.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Panama City
For Panama City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Panama Evening Food Tour: $60
- Panama City FOOD Tour: $65
- Night Out Experience (360 Panoramic Views + Dinner Show): $75
- 4-Hour Guided Panamanian Cooking Class and Markets Experience: $85
- 10-Recipe Boozy Panamanian Cooking Class : $85
- Panama: 10-Recipe Boozy Panamanian Cooking Class + Dinner: $85
- 4 hours dinner and cocktail activity in Panama: $100
- The 'Real' Panamanian Private Food Tour: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Panama City $66
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$7.14
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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 City Tour With Guide: $43
- Agra Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $42
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $21
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $84
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 11-Hour Agra Day Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal : $20
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
Tours and Activities in Panama City
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Panama City.
- Canopy-ziplining Adventures in Anton Valley: $195
- Eco Tour Boat Ride in the Panama Canal waters : $125
- #1 Walking Tour in Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum & Lunch : $77
- "Panama Tour: Canal, Old Town, Amador, and Americas Lookout": $123
- 1- or 2-Night Experience in San Blas Islands: $260
- 2 Hours Tour to Panama La Vieja for Groups: $170
- 2-Day San Blas Adventure from Panama City: $270
- 3 Hour Airport Tour from Tocumen: $125
- 4-hour tour in Panama: $85
- 5 hours Whale Watching Experience from Panama City: $100
- 5hour tour of Panama City and Panama Canal - Shared or Private: $65
- 6-Hour Panama Canal Ship Cruise: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.58Panama City $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Panama City, we can see that Panama City 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 Panama City is in Central 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 Panama City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Panama City 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 Panama City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Panama City?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Panama City. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Panama City, 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.