Should I Visit Antananarivo or Shanghai for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Antananarivo or Shanghai?

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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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.

Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest and most modern city in China. With a population of over 23 million, it is the economic and financial hub of the country. It also continues to be one of the fastest growing cities in China with regular changes to the city's layout and skyline. It is not uncommon for buildings to be torn down, rebuilt and then torn down and rebuilt again. The city also has skyscrapers that rank among the tallest in the world. It has an ever changing downtown and street scape. In Shanghai, the general mantra remains "out with the old, in with the new".

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.

Which place is cheaper, Shanghai or Antananarivo?

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

Antananarivo Prices
Madagascar Prices

Shanghai Prices
China Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Antananarivo $86

Shanghai $129

The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $86, while the average daily cost in Shanghai is $129. 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 Shanghai in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Antananarivo $28

Shanghai $80
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Antananarivo $56

Shanghai $160

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Shanghai

Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Shanghai? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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

Shanghai $3.83

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: $50
Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $65

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Shanghai

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Shanghai:

Taxi Ride

$3.55
Two Subway Tickets

$0.82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shanghai

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Shanghai:

Private Transfer Shanghai Airport PVG / SHA to Shanghai / Suzhou: $14
Yiwu Railway Station Private Departure Transfer from City Area : $18
Shanghai Pudong Airport Private Departure Transfers: $20
Shanghai Pudong Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $20
Private Transfer to Shanghai Railway Station from City Hotels or Outskirts: $22
[Airport Transfer] Shanghai Pudong Airport / Hongqiao Airport ⇔ Shanghai City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter>: $23
Shanghai Maglev Train Station Private Transfer from City Area : $25
Private Transfer from Shanghai Maglev Train Station to City Area : $25
Private Transfer between Shanghai Pudong New Int’l Expo Centre and City Area : $25
Private Transfer between Qibao Ancient Water Town and Shanghai City Area : $25
Private Transfer: National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) and City Hotel: $26
Private Transfer: Shanghai New International Expo Centre and City Hotels: $26

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Prices for flights to both Shanghai 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 $46

Shanghai $37

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 Shanghai

Some typical examples of dining costs in Shanghai are as follows:

Dumpling Breakfast

$1.36
Desserts in Jinmao Building Observatory

$20
Ajisen Lunch for Two

$7.10
Cantelope

$1.64
Dumplings and Soup

$2.05
Duck Dinner

$4.09
Pastries

$2.87
Barbeque Dinner

$8.73

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shanghai

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

Authentic Shanghai Food Tour with Chi Gua Va: $5.00
Online Cooking Class General Tso's Chicken by Sunflower Li: $20
Online Cooking Class Dim Sum by Sunflower Li: $20
Online Cooking Class Sesame Chicken by Sunflower Li: $20
Online Cooking Class Fried Rice by Sunflower Li : $20
Aunthentic Local Food Tour in Downtown Shanghai : $30
4 Hours City Walk in French Concession and Street Food Tour: $64
3-Hour Biking and Local Food Tour: $67
Huangpu River Dragon Cruise Ticket with Dinner: $68
Evening Walking Food Tour: $69
A Delicious Food Tour Through the Heart of the City: $71
Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai: $79

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Antananarivo $22

Shanghai $8.33

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
4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $95
Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $133
Day - Tour Ampefy: $139
Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
Full Day Private Tour in Antananarivo: $196
Madagascar: Customizable Tour with Car Rental Antananarivo: $205
Lemurs Park & City Tour: $210

Typical Entertainment Prices in Shanghai

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Shanghai are as follows:

30 Minute River Cruise for Two

$27
Zoo for Two

$14

Tours and Activities in Shanghai

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

Discover the Shanghai Bund: A Cultural Journey with Latin Tour Guides: $0.14
Shanghai Highlight Walking Tour (Tip-Based): $1.13
Shanghai Fuxing INS nightclub - All Access Ticket for 6 Club: $1.14
French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st & Best Rated: $5.00
Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated: $5.00
Shanghai Highlight Walking Tour (Tip-Based): $5.00
Natural History Museum Tour with Tickets: $9.09
The History of the French Concession: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
Shanghai Natural History Museum Tickets Booking: $11
Yu Garden Journey with Entry Tickets: $13
Shanghai Yu Garden Admission Ticket Booking: $14
Yu Garden Addmission Reservation And Optional Tour: $14

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Antananarivo $8.93

Shanghai $7.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Shanghai

Also in Shanghai, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

4-Hour Shanghai Pub Crawl (bars & nightclub hopping): $22

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Shanghai, we can see that Shanghai 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 Shanghai is in Asia, 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 Shanghai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shanghai 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 Shanghai Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Shanghai has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Shanghai, 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.

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Should you visit Antananarivo or Shanghai?

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

Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Antananarivo

Shanghai

Which place is cheaper, Shanghai or Antananarivo?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Shanghai

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Shanghai

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shanghai

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo

Typical Food Prices in Shanghai

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shanghai

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Antananarivo

Typical Entertainment Prices in Shanghai

Tours and Activities in Shanghai

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Shanghai

Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Shanghai?

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Should you visit Antananarivo or Shanghai?

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

Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Antananarivo

Shanghai

Which place is cheaper, Shanghai or Antananarivo?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Shanghai

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Shanghai

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shanghai

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Shanghai?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo

Typical Food Prices in Shanghai

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shanghai

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Antananarivo

Typical Entertainment Prices in Shanghai

Tours and Activities in Shanghai

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Shanghai

Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Shanghai?

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