Which place is cheaper, Austin 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 Austin?
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 Austin. 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 Austin?
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.
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Austin $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Austin is $167. 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 Austin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Austin $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Austin $112
Compare Hotels in Amman and Austin
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Austin? 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 Austin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Austin $47
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)$0.70
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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:
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $20
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $33
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $35
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multi Destinations: $21
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations : $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations, Minivan: $70
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $240
- Amman Airport Private Transfers: $60
- Amman Airport Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet and Assist Service : $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- Private Airport and Hotel Transfer Services in Austin: $115
- Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels: $80
- AUS Airport Private Transfer to Austin(downtown): $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Austin?
Prices for flights to both Austin 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 $58Austin $60
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:
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Devour Downtown Austin Walking Food Tour: $80
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Secret Food Tour: $95
- Austin South Congress Walking Food Tour for Small Groups: $95
- Austin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Secret Food Tour of South Congress: $105
- The Brunch Bus: Food Tour with a Live Band on Board the Bus!: $125
- Taste & Sounds of the Chitlin Circuit: Music & Food Tour: $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Austin $28
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $25
- Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
- City Tour with Guide and Transport to/from Hotel: $35
- Sightseeing Tour in Heart of Amman downtown: $40
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $41
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike: $89
- ATX Sunset Clear Kayak Tour: $57
- Austin Art & Architecture Bicycle Tour: $56
- Austin Art and Architecture Bicycle Tour: $56
- Austin Biker Gang E-Bike Tour: $79
- Austin Breakfast Taco Tour: $85
- Austin E-Bike Foodie Tour : $128
- Austin E-Bike Tour: $75
- Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride: $70
- Austin Family Explorer Private Magical Urban Adventure Tour: $222
- Austin Ghosts Spirits & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour: $35
- Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Austin $28
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: $87
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting | Austin, Texas: $30
- McKinnie-Gene's Paranormal Pub Crawl: $35
- Downtown Austin Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Lost Legends of Texas Pub Crawl in Austin: $35
- Austin Bachelorette Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin: $39
- Austin’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $39
- Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $43
- Austin Bar Crawl: Austin's 6th Street Bar Crawl: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Austin, we can see that Austin 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 Austin 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 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 Austin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Austin 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 Austin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Austin?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Austin. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Austin, 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 Austin?
Austin 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 Austin in the Summer?
Both Austin 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. Furthermore, most visitors come to Austin for the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Austin. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Austin fluctuates around 87°F (30°C).
In Austin, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Austin. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Austin receives 318 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Austin. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Austin receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Austin 87°F (30°C)
Should I visit Amman or Austin in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Austin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Austin because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Amman is cooler than Austin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Austin fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Austin this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Austin during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Austin receives 214 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Austin. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Austin receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Austin 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Amman or Austin in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Austin. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Austin this time of year.
In the winter, Amman is cooler than Austin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Austin averages at about 51°F (11°C).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Austin. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Austin receives 163 hours of full sun.
Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Austin. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Austin receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Austin 51°F (11°C)
Should I visit Amman or Austin in the Spring?
Both Austin and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Austin for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Amman is generally cooler than Austin. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Austin fluctuates around 71°F (22°C).
It's quite sunny in Austin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Austin during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Austin receives 209 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Austin. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Austin receives 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Austin 71°F (22°C)
Typical Weather for Austin and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 83°F (29°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 87°F (30°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 87°F (31°C) | 2.2 inches (56 mm) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 inches (56 mm) |
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