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

Should you visit Antananarivo or Bonn?

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 Bonn 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 Bonn?

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.

Bonn

Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Cultural Tours in Germany, and The Best Music Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Bonn 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 $88, while the average daily cost in Bonn is $168. 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 Bonn in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antananarivo $28
    Bonn $93
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antananarivo $56
    Bonn $186
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Bonn

Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Bonn? 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 Bonn


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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 and Bonn Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antananarivo $13
    Bonn $25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:

  • Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $100
  • Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $89

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonn

Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $55

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Bonn?

Prices for flights to both Bonn 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
    Bonn $53

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antananarivo $23
    Bonn $37

Tours and Activities in Antananarivo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:

  • 3 days -Wildlife and Lemur discovery Tour to Andasibe: $1,800
  • AUTHENTIC ADVENTURES IN THE HEART OF NATURE ANTANANARIVO: $3,216
  • Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $35
  • Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
  • Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $63
  • Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
  • Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $24
  • Day - Tour Ampefy: $145
  • From 9 days unique adventure trip to Tulear: $2,090
  • Full Day Private Tour in Antananarivo: $205
  • Full-day road trip and Indri wildlife tour in Andasibe: $286
  • Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150

Tours and Activities in Bonn

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.

  • Free Walking Tour Bonn - City Center: $3.22
  • Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.99
  • Beethoven’s Birthplace Self Guided Tour through Bonn’s Old Town: $6.99
  • Bonn Self Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $7.38
  • Bonn Self Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.64
  • Bonn in 1 Day: Walking Tour - Audioguide in 7 languages: $8.04
  • Bonn Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.73
  • Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $12
  • Autumn tours with a live guide: $20
  • Panorama tour between Bonn and Königswinter: $20
  • From Christmassy Advent Cruise on the Rhine: $20
  • From Rhine River Boat Tour to Königswinter: $21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antananarivo $9.14
    Bonn $25


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Bonn, we can see that Bonn is more expensive. And not only is Antananarivo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antananarivo is in Africa and Bonn is in Europe, 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 Bonn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonn 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 Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Bonn Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Bonn?

Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Bonn. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Bonn, 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.