A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antananarivo vs. Beijing for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antananarivo or Beijing?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Antananarivo and Beijing can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Beijing?

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.

Beijing

Beijing is the capital of China and, with 21.5 million people, it is the second most populated city in the world after Shanghai. It is a city that keeps pockets of its history hidden in old neighborhoods or back alleys, despite the constant change and modernization that goes on around it. As the capital city of China, there is plenty of history and culture. You can still get yourself lost in one of the last remaining hutongs, which are old neighborhoods that remain untouched by the city's modernization. The alleys that weave between the old homes are lined with drying clothes, corner markets, and people going about their daily lives the way they have for centuries. Surrounding these hutongs you'll find modern buildings and a booming economy, all threatening to destroying these last bits of Beijing's history. Beijing offers a glimpse into a microcosm that represents the entire country of China. Make sure you give yourself enough time in China to truly experience Beijing. You can pass a lot of time soaking up life in the city, which remains as diverse as the country it resides within.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best 2-Week Tours in Madagascar, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Beijing or Antananarivo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $87, while the average daily cost in Beijing is $89. 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 Antananarivo and Beijing in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antananarivo $28
    Beijing $39
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antananarivo $56
    Beijing $78
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Beijing

Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Beijing? 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.

Hotels in Antananarivo


Hotels in Beijing


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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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antananarivo $13
    Beijing $7.66

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:

  • Cheap Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in Antananarivo: $16
  • Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $93
  • Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $50

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Beijing

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Beijing:


  • Taxi
    $4.68
  • Train from Airport for Two
    $6.85
  • Taxi to Hotel
    $8.22
  • 2 Metro Passes
    $2.19
  • Metro
    $0.55

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beijing

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Beijing:

  • From Return Bus Transfer to Badaling Great Wall: $11
  • From Mutianyu Great Wall Transfer with Pick-Up: $18
  • Beijing Daxing International Airport shuttle bus transfer service: $20
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Beijing Train Stations to Hotel: $22
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beijing Train Stations: $22
  • Beijing Railway Station Departure Transfer: Hotel/Apartment to Railway Station: $23
  • Beijing Airport (PEK/PKX) Private Transfer to Beijing City Centre: $23
  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) private transfer.: $25
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Beijing Airport (PEK or PKX) to Hotel: $27
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beijing Airport (PEK or PKX): $27
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Beijing Airport (PEK or PKX) to Hotel: $27
  • Private One Way Transfer Service from Your Hotels to Train Stations in Beijing: $27

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Beijing?

Prices for flights to both Beijing and Antananarivo 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Antananarivo $47
    Beijing $33

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

Typical Food Prices in Beijing

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beijing:


  • Popcorn
    $0.82
  • Hot Pot Dinner
    $6.85
  • Dumpling Breakfast for Two
    $2.74
  • Watermelon
    $1.92
  • Peking Duck Dinner for 2
    $16
  • Two Popsicles
    $0.82

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beijing

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Beijing.

  • Beijing Hutong Food Tour: 3-hour,4 Hutongs & 4 Hidden Restaurants: $5.00
  • Online Cooking Class Orange Chicken by Sunflower Li: $20
  • Online Cooking Class Handmade Noodles by Sunflower Li: $20
  • Online Cooking Class Kungpao Chicken: $20
  • Beijing Acrobatic Show Tickets w/ Optional Dinner or Transfer: $48
  • 3.5-Hour Walking Food Tour: A Bite of History at Beijing Niujie Street: $49
  • Temple of Heaven Private Tour w/Option Show &Dinner: $51
  • Hutong Breakfast Food Tour: $55
  • Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour: $55
  • China's Favourite Street Food Cooking Workshop: $55
  • Old Beijing Dinner Tour: $75
  • Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour with Beer and Tastings: $75

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antananarivo $23
    Beijing $24

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: $61
  • Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $132
  • Day - Tour Ampefy: $138
  • Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
  • 4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $158
  • Hitory & Lemur Discovery Tour of Antananarivo: $160
  • Full Day Private Tour in Antananarivo: $195
  • Madagascar: Customizable Tour with Car Rental Antananarivo: $205

Typical Entertainment Prices in Beijing

Here are a few typical costs in Beijing for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entry to Summer Palace for Two
    $8.22
  • Two Opera Tickets
    $58
  • Temple of Heaven Park Entrance (for 2)
    $9.59
  • Forbidden City (for 2)
    $16
  • Forbidden City Tickets
    $16
  • Audio Guides at Forbidden City
    $11

Tours and Activities in Beijing

Here are a few actual costs in Beijing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • TIAN AN MEN SQUARE AND FORBIDDEN CITY (guided tour): $0.14
  • Shanghai: Happy Valley Theme Park Entry Ticket: $0.14
  • Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square Walking Tour: $1.42
  • Tiananmen Square Registration Service(Ticket): $3.85
  • Tiananmen Square Ticket Fast and Smooth: $4.82
  • Tiananmen Square entry ticket pre-booking.: $4.90
  • Tiananmen Square - Registration Ticket: $5.00
  • Agent ticket booking service: Temple of heaven: $5.00
  • Summer Palace Beijing Free Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Beijing Hutongs Free Walking Tour : $5.00
  • Temple of Heaven Free Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Beijing City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated: $5.00

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antananarivo $9.05
    Beijing $11

Sample the Local Flavors in Beijing

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Beijing:

  • Beijing Brewery Bike Tour: $99
  • Evening Food Private Tour with Brewery Taproom Hopping at Slow Boat in Beijing: $110
  • Private Tour-Drum Tower, Hutong Food Taste and Local Brewery Beer: $150
  • 5-Hour Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour from Beijing: $178
  • Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour and Mutianyu Great Wall Visit: $238


When comparing the travel costs between Antananarivo and Beijing, we can see that Beijing is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Antananarivo is in Africa and Beijing is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Beijing Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Beijing?

Beijing has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Beijing, 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.