A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Abu Dhabi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Amman or Abu Dhabi?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Abu Dhabi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Amman or Abu Dhabi?

Amman

Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.

Abu Dhabi

It doesn't get more "lifestyles of the rich and famous" than a vacation to Abu Dhabi. The federal capital and center of government for the United Arab Emirates is arguably the most modern city in the world.

Abu Dhabi has a population of 1.5 million and provides a home to several oil companies and embassies, but this place is definitely a playground for the world's fanciest tourists. This city has several large projects underway including Yas Island's Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park.

Note: homosexuality is still outlawed in the UAE with harsh punishments including deportation, fines, jail time or even a death sentence.

Which place is cheaper, Abu Dhabi or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Abu Dhabi is $164. 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 Amman and Abu Dhabi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Abu Dhabi $98
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Abu Dhabi $196
Compare Hotels in Amman and Abu Dhabi

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Abu Dhabi? 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 Amman


Hotels in Abu Dhabi


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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: Amman Hotel Prices and Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Abu Dhabi $20
Typical Local Transportation prices in Amman

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


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.70
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

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

  • Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $6.24
  • Transfer: From Amman City to Queen Alia Airport: $20
  • Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $21
  • Transfer From Amman To Airport : $21
  • Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To any destinations : $24
  • Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Hotel: $27
  • Private Transfer from / to Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $28

Typical Local Transportation prices in Abu Dhabi

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:


  • Car Rental
    $31
  • Taxi to Airport
    $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:

  • Yas Waterworld General Admission with Transfers: $106
  • Yas Waterworld Admission plus Private Transfer: $225
  • Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi Tickets With Meal and Transfers : $100
  • Warner Bros World and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
  • Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
  • Warner Bros General Admission with Transfers: $134
  • Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi From Dubai Included Transfer and Tickets: $235
  • Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi HTL-APT(AUH): $52
  • Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Abu Dhabi APT-HTL(AUH): $56
  • Transfer in private vehicle from Abu Dhabi City - Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $61
  • Transfer in private vehicle from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH)- Abu Dhabi City: $61
  • Transfer in private minivan from Abu Dhabi City - Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $67

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Abu Dhabi?

Prices for flights to both Abu Dhabi and Amman 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
    Amman $34
    Abu Dhabi $45
Typical Food prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • Tea
    $5.64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

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

  • Amman:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $51
  • Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
  • 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Panoramic Tour of Amman with Local Lunch or Dinner: $90
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $90
  • Half Day Cooking Class with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $115
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $122
  • 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi

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

  • Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $49
  • Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner and Live Show: $50
  • Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and all Camp Activities : $72
  • Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $73
  • Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari & Dinner Under the Stars: $77
  • Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Skii): $80
  • Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $80
  • Abu Dhabi 6-Hour Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner: $80
  • Abu Dhabi Desert Safari 4x4, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride: $81
  • Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Dinner: $81
  • Evening Abu Dhabi Desert Safari & BBQ Dinner- Standard Tour : $81
  • Abu Dhabi desert safari with sand boarding with BBQ dinner | MyHolidaysAdventures: $82

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Abu Dhabi $39

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • Jordan: Tourist eSIM Data Plan: $9.48
  • Private City Tour With Optional Traditional Food in Amman: $20
  • Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $21
  • JR The Wine Experience: $26
  • Friday Market (Souq Al Juma) Tour- w/pick up: $29
  • Amman Shooping Tour: $35
  • Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $35
  • Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $40
  • Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $40
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $43
  • City Highlights Private Half-Day Tour with Pickup: $44

Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi

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

  • Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entrance Ticket: $41
  • Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
  • Admission Ticket To Qasr Al Hosn Abu Dhabi: $20
  • Ferrari World & Yas Water World Tour From Dubai: $375
  • Ferrari World Entrance ticket : $95
  • Full Day Abu Dhabi City & Louvre Museum Tour: $90
  • Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $215
  • Ticket to Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi: $19
  • 17 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Abu Dhabi: $245
  • 2 Days 2 Park- Ferrari World +Yas Waterworld Or Warner Bros World Combo Tickets: $195
  • 2 Hours Abu Dhabi Dhow Cruise: $84
  • 2 Hrs Cruise to Lulu Island: $466

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Abu Dhabi $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

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

  • Private Wine Tasting Tour In Amman: $64

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Abu Dhabi, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Abu Dhabi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Abu Dhabi than you might in Amman.

Which is Bigger, Amman or Abu Dhabi?

Amman is bigger, and its population is about 2.1 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the population of Amman vs. Abu Dhabi, 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 and the activities that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Amman or Abu Dhabi?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Amman or Abu Dhabi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Abu Dhabi. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year.

Amman usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Abu Dhabi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Abu Dhabi receives 331 hours of full sun.

It's very hot in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In July, Amman is generally cooler than Abu Dhabi. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Abu Dhabi fluctuates around 35°C (95°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Abu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)

Should I visit Amman or Abu Dhabi in the Autumn?

Both Abu Dhabi and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Amman usually receives more rain than Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Abu Dhabi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Abu Dhabi during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Abu Dhabi receives 314 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Amman is cooler than Abu Dhabi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Abu Dhabi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Abu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)

Should I visit Amman or Abu Dhabi in the Winter?

Both Abu Dhabi and Amman during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Abu Dhabi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Amman often gets less sunshine than Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Abu Dhabi receives 269 hours of full sun.

In the winter, Amman is much colder than Abu Dhabi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Abu Dhabi averages at about 18°C (64°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Abu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Amman or Abu Dhabi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Abu Dhabi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Amman usually receives more rain than Abu Dhabi. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Abu Dhabi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Abu Dhabi during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Abu Dhabi receives 297 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Amman is generally much colder than Abu Dhabi. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Abu Dhabi fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Abu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)

Typical Weather for Abu Dhabi and Amman

Amman Abu Dhabi
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 31°C (88°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 33°C (91°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 35°C (95°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 36°C (97°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 33°C (91°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 29°C (84°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)


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