Which place is cheaper, Antananarivo or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Antananarivo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Antananarivo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Antananarivo?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Antananarivo
Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar; it is also sometimes referred to as Tana. This city is the cultural and political center of Madagascar as a whole. There are multiple universities, museums, and other social venues in the city, as well as a national rugby team. This city has a very apparent French influence.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $20Antananarivo $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $20, while the average daily cost in Antananarivo is $87. 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 Alexandria and Antananarivo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.65Antananarivo $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $15Antananarivo $56
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Antananarivo
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Antananarivo? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Antananarivo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.38Antananarivo $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Alexandria Airport Transfer (HBE) Borg El Arab: $14
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $22
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
- Private Transfer From Alexandria City To Cairo Airport: $45
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $78
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $85
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo in Egypt or vice versa: $134
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $240
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $50
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $94
- Private Transfer from Antananarivo Airport to Hotel : $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Antananarivo?
Prices for flights to both Antananarivo and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $11Antananarivo $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $35
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antananarivo.
- Cooking And Cuisine Tasting From Tana-Malagasy Fine Foodie Madagascar Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.35Antananarivo $23
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Pompey's Pillar Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Skip The Line Entry Ticket to the Roman Theater in Alexandria: $4.42
- Skip The Line Entry Ticket to Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria: $4.42
- Entry Ticket To The Citadel of Qaitbay: $4.42
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Entry Tickets: $4.65
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.09
- Qaitbay Citadel Entry Tickets: $6.09
- Alexandria Library Skip the line Access Entry Ticket: $6.09
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Roman Theater in Alexandria: $6.09
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Entry Ticket with Pick and Drop Off: $14
- Ancient Roman Theater Entry Ticket with Pick up and Drop Off: $14
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $23
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $34
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $62
- Hitory & Lemur Discovery Tour of Antananarivo: $113
- From Road trip Day tour to Ampefy Village: $120
- Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $134
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $143
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $150
- Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
- 4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $161
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.29Antananarivo $9.05
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Antananarivo, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Antananarivo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antananarivo than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Antananarivo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Antananarivo?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Antananarivo, 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.