Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo?
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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo?
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.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $87Sao Paulo $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $87, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $54. 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 Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $28Sao Paulo $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $56Sao Paulo $52
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Sao Paulo? 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 Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $13Sao Paulo $5.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $56
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City - Sao Paulo Airport (GRU): $22
- Private One Way Transfer from Sao Paulo to São Paulo Airport: $26
- Private Transfer Sao Paulo Airport GRU to Sao Paulo City: $27
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo hotels to Santos Cruise Port: $31
- Transfer from Sao Paulo City Center to Guarulhos Airport: $35
- Sao Paulo hotels to Campinas Airport (VCP) - Departure Transfer: $38
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo to Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) - Private Transfer: $38
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to São Pedro Thermal Arrival Transfer: $38
- Transfer Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to São Paulo City Center: $40
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $43
- Transfer São Paulo City Center to Guarulhos Airport (GRU): $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo 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 $47Sao Paulo $22
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Paulistano or Brazilian Cooking Class in Sao Paulo: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
- Street Food Tour in São Paulo with a Local Guide: $236
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $23Sao Paulo $3.47
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: $160
- 5-Day Tsiribihina River Canoeing & Baobab Tour: $1,080
- AUTHENTIC ADVENTURES IN THE HEART OF NATURE ANTANANARIVO: $3,173
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $34
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $150
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- Andasibe Mantadia National Park 3-Day Tour: $600
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $62
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $23
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $143
- From 9 days unique adventure trip to Tulear: $2,063
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.11
- São Paulo (Ibirapuera) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.11
- Sao Paulo Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Casa do Povo: guided tour of Neo Química Arena: $9.44
- Sao Paulo 360 Guided Tour: $26
- São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $27
- Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $29
- São Paulo: 2 Hour Immersion Waling Tour in Paulista Avenue: $30
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo : $30
- Personal aromatic experience in São Paulo: $34
- São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $38
- Breakfast Tour in Bom Retiro: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $9.05Sao Paulo $3.02
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $69
- Fine wine tastings in São Roque - Tour with local guides: $172
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Sao Paulo, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antananarivo is in Africa and Sao Paulo is in South America, 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Sao Paulo, 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.