Which place is cheaper, Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
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 Baltimore. 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 Baltimore?
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.
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
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 Anchorage, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Baltimore $217
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Baltimore is $217. 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 Baltimore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Baltimore $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Baltimore $186
Compare Hotels in Amman and Baltimore
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Baltimore? 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 Baltimore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Baltimore $21
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 Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Ronald Reagan Airport: $174
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
- Private Transfer from Baltimore Port to Baltimore Airport (BWI): $188
- Private Transfer from Baltimore City to Baltimore Cruise Port: $94
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
- Oakland to San Francisco Airport (SFO)-Departure Private Transfer: $236
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI - Business Vehicle: $111
- Private Transfer to BWI or Washington DC/Airports: $160
- One Way Airport Transfer Service: $74
- Baltimore City to Washington City - Private Car Transfer: $151
- BWI Airport: Transfer to Baltimore or Washington DC: $150
- Arrival Private Transfer Baltimore Airport BWI to Baltimore by Business Vehicle: $111
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Baltimore?
Prices for flights to both Baltimore 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 $58Baltimore $79
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
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Private Hands-On Vegan Cooking Experience in Baltimore: $45
- Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $72
- Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $77
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $78
- Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $94
- Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home: $106
- Discover Fells Point Culinary Food Tour: $109
- Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $112
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Baltimore $18
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
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Sightseeing Tour in Heart of Amman downtown: $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
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise Tour: $110
- Baltimore Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $92
- Baltimore Monuments Walking Tour: $20
- Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game Ticket at Oriole Park: $30
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Baltimore Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise: $75
- Baltimore Signature Lunch Cruise: $72
- Baltimore Walking Foodie Tour in Fells Point: $104
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Baltimore's Historical Sightseeing Tour: $44
- Baltimore's Private Cultural Tour: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Baltimore $17
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 Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $33
- Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Baltimore, we can see that Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Baltimore 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 Baltimore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Baltimore?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Baltimore, 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 Baltimore?
Baltimore 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 Baltimore in the Summer?
Both Baltimore 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. Also, many visitors come to Baltimore in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Amman is around the same temperature as Baltimore in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Baltimore fluctuates around 78°F (25°C).
In Baltimore, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Baltimore. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 283 hours of full sun.
Baltimore gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Baltimore. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Baltimore 78°F (25°C)
Should I visit Amman or Baltimore in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Baltimore. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, most visitors come to Baltimore for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Amman is a little warmer than Baltimore. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Baltimore averages at about 57°F (14°C).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Baltimore during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Baltimore. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Baltimore 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Amman or Baltimore in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Baltimore. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Baltimore can be very cold. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Baltimore. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Baltimore fluctuates around 32°F (0°C).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Baltimore. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 153 hours of full sun.
Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Baltimore. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Baltimore 32°F (0°C)
Should I visit Amman or Baltimore in the Spring?
Both Baltimore 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, the activities around the city are the main draw to Baltimore this time of year.
Amman is a little warmer than Baltimore in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Baltimore fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).
It's quite sunny in Baltimore. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Baltimore during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Baltimore. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Baltimore 54°F (12°C)
Typical Weather for Baltimore and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
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