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

Should you visit Antananarivo or Washington?

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 Washington 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 Washington?

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.

Washington

Washington, DC is the capital city of the United States of America. It is also a city rich in history and culture. The city dates back to 1791 when the states of Maryland and Virginia donated the land to create the capital. In 1846, Congress returned the land that was ceded by Virginia and in 1871 it created a single municipal government with the remaining area. Today, Washington, DC has a population of over 600,000 people. The metropolitan area includes suburbs in Maryland and Virginia and has a population of about 5.8 million.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Washington 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
    Washington Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Antananarivo $90
    Washington $226

The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $90, while the average daily cost in Washington is $226. 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 Washington in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antananarivo $29
    Washington $113
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antananarivo $58
    Washington $226
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Washington

Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Washington? 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 Washington


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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 Washington Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antananarivo $14
    Washington $47

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

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Washington

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Washington are as follows:


  • Metro Day Pass
    $9.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Washington

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

  • Private Arrival Transfer from Washington Reagan Airport DCA: $48
  • Private Departure Transfer to Washington Reagan Airport DCA: $48
  • Washington to Washington Airport (DCA) Departure Private Transfer: $59
  • Washington to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) - Departure Private Transfer: $59
  • Washington Airport (DCA) to Washington - Arrival Private Transfer: $59
  • Private Departure Transfer to Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
  • DCA Airport Private Transfer to Washington D.C (downtown): $65
  • Washington to Washington Airport (IAD) Departure Private Transfer: $65
  • Transfer in private vehicle from Washington to Ronald Reagan Airport: $66
  • Transfer in private car from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Washington City: $66
  • Washington DC Metro Area :Airport Transfers: $75
  • Washington to Baltimore Airport (BWI) Departure Private Transfer: $76

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Washington?

Prices for flights to both Washington 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 $48
    Washington $66

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 Washington

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Washington:


  • Water
    $2.00
  • Snacks on Monuments Tour
    $6.15

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Washington

For Washington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • DC: Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise on the Spirit: $61
  • Little Ethiopia Food Tour: $67
  • Adams Morgan Food Tour: $74
  • DC: Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise on the Odyssey: $74
  • Dupont Circle Food Tour: $80
  • Cobblestones & Croissants, AM Georgetown Food Tour, Washington DC: $85
  • Eastern Market Eats Food Tour (5 Food Stops + Dessert): $89
  • Eastern Market Neighborhood Food Tour (5 Food Stops + Dessert): $89
  • Washington D.C: Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown: $95
  • Washington DC Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
  • Washington D.C.: Georgetown Guided Secret Food Tour: $101
  • Washington DC Signature Dinner Cruise: $121

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

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: $3,261
  • 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: $64
  • Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
  • Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $24
  • Day - Tour Ampefy: $147
  • From 9 days unique adventure trip to Tulear: $2,120
  • 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 Washington

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

  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Washington: $5.53
  • Washington DC: National Mall Self Guided App Walking Tour: $6.50
  • DC Mall: Lincoln Memorial to Cap Hill App Audio GPS Walking Tour: $6.75
  • The Kennedy Homes: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Secrets on Embassy Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Washington DC: $6.99
  • House of Cards Quest Experience in Washington DC: $7.19
  • FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest: $7.19
  • Washington D.C Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.21
  • The National Mall's Monuments: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Virtual Tour of Martin Luther King Memorial: $10
  • Washington DC Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
  • Washington D.C.: Washington Wizards Basketball Game Ticket: $16

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antananarivo $9.31
    Washington $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Washington

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Washington:

  • Epic Washington DC Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
  • DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl By US Ghost Adventures: $23
  • DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl By US Ghost Adventures: $35
  • Washington DC: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
  • Washington, D.C.: History Tour Pub Crawl: $59
  • DC Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
  • DC: Guided Craft Brewery Tours with a Snack: $105
  • Full-Day Private Virginia Wine Tour Experience from Washington : $246
  • Private Washington DC Virginia Winery Wine Tasting Tour -Spirited: $255


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


Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Washington?

Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Washington. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Washington, 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.