Which place is cheaper, Berlin 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 Berlin?
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 Berlin. 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 Berlin?
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.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Berlin $204
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Berlin is $204. 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 Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Berlin $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Berlin $148
Compare Hotels in Amman and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Berlin? 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 Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Berlin $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)$0.71
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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:
- Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
- Private Transfer from Amman Queen Alia Airport to Hotel in Petra: $253
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
- Private Transfer from Amman City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Hotels: $133
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.63
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Bahn Ticket$3.49
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Short Taxi Ride$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Welcome/Farewell SightseeingTaxi Tour +Transfer from/to the airport: $153
- Vienna: Private transfer Berlin to Vienna: $797
- Transfer from Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City Center: $75
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $246
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $290
- Private Transfers from to Berlin Airport BER: $106
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Sedan Car: $111
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin by Luxury Van: $122
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin by Luxury Car: $128
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $285
- Private Transfer: Berlin to Brandenburg Airport BER in Luxury Van: $123
- Private Transfer: Berlin to Brandenburg Airport BER in Luxury Car: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin 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 $58Berlin $104
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
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.82
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Turkish Sandwich$2.33
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Currywurst$2.33
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2 Pho Noodles$10
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$70
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Mauer Park (2)$13
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Coffees at Impala$9.08
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Comedy Show with Pizza and Shots in Central Berlin: $16
- English Stand-Up Comedy Show with Free Pizza and Free Shots: $17
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
- Mitte Culinary Food Tour: $51
- Kreuzberg Culinary – The Food Tour: $58
- Berlin Food Tour: Taste the Best with a Full Meal & Beer: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Wintergarten Variety AHOI - Swing*Dinner*Acrobatics - Show Ticket: $78
- Disco - Acrobatics Dinner and Dance - Variety Theater in Berlin: $80
- Candlelight dinner for two – Italian night in Berlin: $81
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Berlin $26
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Amman City Tour Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $195
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$23
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- "Inside Berlin" East meets West - Food & Culture Tour: $214
- "Rock around the Clock" - The Fifties Special Ticket: $58
- 1-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise Through Historic City Center: $26
- 2-H Fabulous Berlin Historical Guided Fat Tire Tour: $76
- 2-Hour Luxurious Private VIP - Berlin Fat Tire Tour: $99
- 2-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $82
- 2.5-Hour Berlin Wall and Memorial Sites Walking Tour: $26
- 2H Berlin Guided Fat Tire E-Scooter Tour: $101
- 3 Hours Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $101
- 5h Berlin private Tour with Guide, Chauffeur & Photographer: $640
- 5h Potsdam private tour with Guide, Chauffeur & Photographer: $652
- AXE THROWING EXPERIENCE IN BERLIN: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Berlin $19
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alternative Pub Crawl, Bars, Beats & Insider Stories: $11
- Pub Crawl & Party with Free Shots & VIP Club Access: $12
- Alternative Berlin Pub Crawl: $12
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $17
- Berliner Berg Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $19
- Cirque du Burlesque Berlin show ticket: $21
- Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $22
- Original Pub Crawl Berlin: $24
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $29
- Sip Up Comedy - Stand Up Comedy with Wine Tasting: $31
- Ludwig's Queer Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Wine on Canvas - Paint Workshop and Wine Tasting: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Berlin, we can see that Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin 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 Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Berlin, 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 Berlin?
Berlin 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 Berlin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Berlin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Amman is a little warmer than Berlin in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Berlin fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Berlin this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Berlin. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Amman or Berlin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Berlin. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Amman is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Berlin averages at about 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Berlin. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Amman or Berlin in the Winter?
Both Berlin and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
It's quite cold in Berlin in the winter. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Berlin fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Berlin. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Amman or Berlin in the Spring?
Both Berlin and Amman during the spring 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 travelers come to Berlin for the activities around the city.
Amman is much warmer than Berlin in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Berlin fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Berlin. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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