Which place is cheaper, Bangalore 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 Bangalore?
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 Bangalore. 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 Bangalore?
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.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, and The Best Luxury Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Bangalore $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $47. 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 Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Bangalore $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Bangalore $36
Compare Hotels in Amman and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Bangalore? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Bangalore $8.54
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:
- Reliable Door-to-Door Private Transfer Amman ⇆ Dead Sea ⇆ Airport: $40
- Private Transfers from Amman City Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $77
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Amman to the Dead Sea: $53
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Aqaba: $110
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $19
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman City: $40
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport QAIA to Your Hotel in Amman: $65
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer: $70
- Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer: $238
- Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport (BLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $37
- Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Bengaluru Airport Private Transfer Service: $232
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Mysore City Private Day Tour with Transfers: $67
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
- Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore 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 $58Bangalore $19
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 cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $100
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $22
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $44
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Cook, Dine & Connect: Indian Home Cooking in Bengaluru: $70
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $78
- Doctor led Bengaluru Food Tour Discover Authentic Local Cuisine: $92
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Bangalore $9.65
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle: $120
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Pink Lake and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $125
- 2 day Motorcycle tour from Bangalore to Belur, Halebid & Shravanabelagola: $288
- 2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra from Bangalore with Both Side Commercial Flight: $254
- 3 Days Private Tour of Hampi from Bengaluru: $280
- 3 Days Taj Mahal Tour From Bengaluru to Agra: $80
- 3-Day Wayanad Tour from Bangalore: $298
- A 2 day tour of Mysore, Somnathpur, Srirangpatna & Shravanbelgola: $194
- A Vijayanagara Tour through Hampi And Anegundi: $216
- Agra Taj Tour from Bangalore: $292
- All Inclusive Bangalore Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Pickup: $70
- Architecture Tour of Bangalore: $76
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Bangalore $7.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $35
- Bangalore The Original Pub Crawl Tour: $45
- Pub Crawl & Nightlife Exploration in Bangalore from 8 PM to 1 AM: $76
- Bengaluru Pub Crawler - Nightlife Walking Tour: $89
- Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting: $161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Bangalore, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Bangalore is in Asia, 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 Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Bangalore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Bangalore, 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.
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.