Which place is cheaper, Antalya or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Antalya?
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 Antalya. 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 Antalya?
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.
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Turkey, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Antalya $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Antalya is $147. 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 Antalya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Antalya $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Antalya $110
Compare Hotels in Amman and Antalya
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Antalya? 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 Antalya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Antalya $110
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Shuttle Transfer from Amman to Jerusalem: $79
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $39
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Private Transfer to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $359
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- olympos cable car with transfer from antalya: $87
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Antalya: $250
- Turkey Antalya Airport Transfer Service VIP Transfer AYT: $46
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $73
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $84
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $80
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
- The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $90
- Tazi Canyon & Rafting tour with BBQ Lunch & Transfer from Antalya: $57
- Suluada Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer (Belek,Antalya,Kemer): $14
- Side Land of Legend Night Show Transfer (Turkish Disneyland): $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Antalya?
Prices for flights to both Antalya 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 $34Antalya $25
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:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
- Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
- 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 : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $40
- Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $72
- Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $103
- Pamukkale tour w. Entrance, Lunch, Dinner & Transfer from Antalya: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Antalya $46
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full-Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman : $90
- MT_ Private Driver - Tourist Transport and Business Services : $56
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $150
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $264
- 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch Included: $60
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $52
- !!!All inclusive Antalya city tour: $66
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya With Cave Hotel Overnight: $60
- 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
- 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
- 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $15
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $25
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $120
- 9 hours Antalya Canyoning and Rafting Tours: $43
- A Walking Adventure in Antalya: $174
- ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up : $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Antalya $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Antalya, we can see that Antalya 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 Antalya 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya 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 Antalya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Antalya?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Antalya, 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 Antalya?
Antalya 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 Antalya in the Summer?
Both Antalya and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is cooler than Antalya. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Antalya averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Antalya during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 376 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives more rain than Antalya. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Antalya 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Amman or Antalya in the Autumn?
Both Antalya and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Antalya in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Antalya. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Antalya fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Antalya. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 251 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Antalya. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Antalya 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Amman or Antalya in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Antalya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, most visitors come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Amman is cooler than Antalya in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Antalya fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Antalya during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Antalya receives 161 hours of full sun in the winter.
Antalya receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives less rain than Antalya. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Antalya 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Amman or Antalya in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Antalya. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Amman is around the same temperature as Antalya. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Antalya averages at about 16°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Antalya. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antalya receives 243 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Antalya. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Antalya receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Antalya 16°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Antalya and Amman
| Amman | Antalya | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) |
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.