Which place is cheaper, Antananarivo or Amman?
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 Amman or Antananarivo?
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 Amman and Antananarivo. 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: Amman or Antananarivo?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
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 Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Antananarivo $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Antananarivo is $88. 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 Amman and Antananarivo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Antananarivo $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Antananarivo $56
Compare Hotels in Amman and Antananarivo
Looking for a hotel in Amman 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: Amman Hotel Prices and Antananarivo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Antananarivo $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.55
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $22
- Private Transfer From Amman To Multi Destinations: $22
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $25
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels: $25
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra: $26
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $71
- Cheap Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in Antananarivo: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Antananarivo?
Prices for flights to both Antananarivo and Amman 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 dayAmman $58Antananarivo $47
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- The Jordanian House, Cooking Class, Culture Beer&Wine: $73
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $150
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.Amman $32Antananarivo $23
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Islamic Private Tour: $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour : $30
- Amman City Walking Tour, Culture, Hidden gems: $32
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Full Day Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $45
- Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- 4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $174
- 7 Days Sainte-Marie Island Tour by Plane from Antananarivo: $3,696
- 9 Days Adventure from Antananarivo to Isalo Park & Tulear: $2,274
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $37
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $240
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- Andasibe Mantadia National Park 3-Day Tour: $704
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $67
- Lemurs Park & City Tour: $240
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $25
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $154
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Antananarivo $9.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman: $87
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Antananarivo, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Antananarivo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Antananarivo is in Africa, 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 Antananarivo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antananarivo 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Antananarivo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Antananarivo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Antananarivo?
Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman 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.