Which place is cheaper, Boracay 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 Boracay?
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 Boracay. 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 Boracay?
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.
Boracay
A small island in the Philippines known for its resorts and beaches, Boracay is a little escape. Each beach has its own unique character, each with new treasures waiting to be discovered.
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 Philippines, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Philippines.
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Amman Prices
Jordan PricesBoracay Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Boracay $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Boracay is $61. 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 Boracay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Boracay $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Boracay $42
Compare Hotels in Amman and Boracay
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Boracay? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Boracay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Boracay $26
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:
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer To/From The Dead Sea: $51
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $95
- Airport to Dead Sea Transfer (private shuttle): $85
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman By Minivan: $65
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $45
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Amman Airport Transfers - Book Your Airport Taxi: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boracay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boracay:
- Speedboat Caticlan to Boracay Transfer (Oneway): $76
- Private Transfer from Boracay Port to Boracay Island Hotel: $57
- Private Transfer from Boracay Island Hotels Boracay Cruise Port: $57
- PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFER TO BORACAY: $55
- Departure: Ferry boat Transfer Boracay to Caticlan Airport: $25
- Caticlan: Shared Airport Transfer From/To Boracay: $29
- Caticlan: 1-Way or Roundtrip Airport Transfer to Boracay: $27
- Caticlan Airport (MPH) to Boracay - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Caticlan Airport (MPH) to Boracay - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Caticlan Airport (MPH) to Boracay - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Speedboat and Van Airport Transfer: $25
- Shared Transfer from/to MPH for Domestic Passports: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Boracay?
Prices for flights to both Boracay 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 $58Boracay $23
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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boracay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Boracay.
- Native Delicacies Cooking Class: $19
- Filipino Cooking Class with Local Instructor: $41
- Boracay Private Island-Hopping Tour and Buffet Dinner: $78
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Boracay $14
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman Private Guided City Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
- Amman Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Boracay
Here are a few actual costs in Boracay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Boracay Land Tour via Etrike: $31
- Beneath the Waves of A Scuba Adventure: $74
- Boracay - Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience: $8.48
- Boracay ATV Tour and Kawa Hot Bath: $85
- Boracay ATV, Zipline,or Skybike 3 Option w/ River Fun Tour: $25
- Boracay Aqua Wake Adventure: Glide Over Paradise Waters: $148
- Boracay Atv Mainland Adventure with lunch: $81
- Boracay Budget Shared Boat Island Tour with Lunch: $20
- Boracay Cave, ATV, and Zipline Adventure: $85
- Boracay Crystal Kayak Experience: $20
- Boracay Discovery Free Diving Experience: $61
- Boracay E-Foil Surfing Experience: $119
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Boracay $15
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Boracay, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Boracay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Boracay 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 Boracay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boracay 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 Boracay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Boracay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Boracay?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 550 times larger than the population of Boracay. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Boracay, 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.