Which place is cheaper, Copenhagen or Antananarivo?
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 Antananarivo or Copenhagen?
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 Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen?
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.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $91Copenhagen $264
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $91, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is $264. 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 Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $29Copenhagen $94
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $58Copenhagen $188
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Copenhagen
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Copenhagen? 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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices and Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $14Copenhagen $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
- Cheap Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in Antananarivo: $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Kastrup Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen City Center : $69
- Transfer Copenhagen City Center to Kastrup Airport (CPH): $69
- Private transfer Copenhagen airport, Port to or from the city : $97
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $98
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE)- Departure Private Transfer: $114
- Private Transfer from Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port: $115
- Copenhagen hotel/address to Copenhagen Port - Departure Private Transfer: $116
- Private Transfer Copenhagen Airport CPH to Copenhagen by Sedan: $119
- Private Transfer to/from Copenhagen Airport CPH: $121
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $122
- Copenhagen hotel/address to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)- Departure Private Transfer: $122
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen 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
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Food Meals for one dayAntananarivo $49Copenhagen $111
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 Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $37
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $38
- The Nørrebro Street Art & Food Tour: $53
- Small Group Guided Food Tour and Street Art Visit to Norrebro: $63
- Cooking Class (Smørrebrød) in private home: $77
- Copenhagen Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $125
- Secret walking Food Tour Copenhagen: $126
- The Copenhagen Culinary Experience Food Tour: $141
- Modern City Food Tour: $144
- Food Tour In Copenhagen - 5 Delicious Tastings, Walking Tour : $146
- Copenhagen Modern Food Tour: $148
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $151
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $24Copenhagen $32
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: $171
- 7 Days Sainte-Marie Island Tour by Plane from Antananarivo: $3,635
- 9 Days Adventure from Antananarivo to Isalo Park & Tulear: $2,237
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $37
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $225
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- 2-Days tour to Andasibe National Park: $660
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $66
- Lemurs Park & City Tour: $225
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $25
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $151
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$8.98
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Coffee$14
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Luggage Pickup for Cruise travelers: $4.27
- Group Walking Tour - City Highlights - 2 Hours: $7.57
- Monstour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Danish Folk Legends: $7.99
- Copenhagen Christiania: Hidden Stories Self-Guided Adventure: $8.25
- Copenhagen Little Mermaid Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour: $8.25
- Danish Design Classic and Modern Style Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen: $9.99
- Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Private Tour in Copenhagen : $15
- Cool Nørrebro and Foodie Tips Self Guided Audio Walking Tour : $15
- Explore Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Danish War Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Danish Architecture Center Entrance Ticket: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $9.48Copenhagen $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $45
- Social Nightlife Pub Crawl with Shots & Games: $45
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Copenhagen?
Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 21% larger than the population of Copenhagen. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Copenhagen, 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.