Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Amman?
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 Amman or Akureyri?
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 Akureyri. 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 Akureyri?
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.
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Akureyri $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $189. 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 Akureyri in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Akureyri $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Akureyri $204
Compare Hotels in Amman and Akureyri
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Akureyri? 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: Amman Hotel Prices and Akureyri Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Akureyri $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Airport Transfer To/From The Dead Sea: $48
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $95
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer: $34
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman By Minivan: $65
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Whale and Puffin Watching in Hauganes from Akureyri with Transfer: $163
- Whale Watching from Akureyri with Roundtrip Transfer: $93
- Transfer to Akureyri Airport from your Stay: $32
- Transfer from Accommodation to Akureyri Airport: $29
- Seamless Transfer from Akureyri Airport to Your Stay: $32
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $129
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Akureyri?
Prices for flights to both Akureyri 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
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Food Meals for one dayAmman $58Akureyri $70
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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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 by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Akureyri $18
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman by Night Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Akureyri Guided E-Bike Tour: $164
- Akureyri Lake Myvatn Godafoss and Lava Fields Tour: $180
- Akureyri Port: Dettifoss, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn Tour: $293
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanical Garden Tour: $170
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour: $203
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $81
- Akureyri Port: Hot Godafoss Waterfall Tour & The Forest Lagoon: $156
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch: $328
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $182
- Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $246
- Akureyri Port: Small Group Godafoss and Laufas Turf House Tour: $133
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $169
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Akureyri $15
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 and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Akureyri, we can see that Akureyri is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Akureyri 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 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 Akureyri would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Akureyri than you might in Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Akureyri Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Akureyri?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Akureyri, 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.
When is the best time to visit Amman or Akureyri?
Akureyri has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Amman or Akureyri in the Summer?
Both Akureyri and Amman during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Amman is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 158 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Akureyri. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Akureyri 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Amman or Akureyri in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Akureyri. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
The weather in Akureyri can be very cold. Amman is much warmer than Akureyri in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Akureyri fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 52 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Akureyri. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Akureyri 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Amman or Akureyri in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Akureyri. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Akureyri in the winter. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Akureyri averages at about -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 7 hours of full sun.
Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Akureyri. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Akureyri -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Amman or Akureyri in the Spring?
Both Akureyri and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Akureyri. In April, Amman is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 130 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Akureyri. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Akureyri 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Akureyri and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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