Which place is cheaper, Brisbane or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Brisbane?
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 Brisbane. 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 Brisbane?
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.
Brisbane
Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Australia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Sydney.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Brisbane $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $134. 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 Brisbane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Brisbane $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Brisbane $166
Compare Hotels in Amman and Brisbane
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Brisbane? 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 Brisbane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Brisbane $18
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 to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- From Private Petra Full Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $260
- Amman Or Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Kings Way: $260
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $220
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Or Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra, Jordan: $160
- Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:
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Airtrain to the City$10
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Go Card$17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane
Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City: $128
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City: $94
- Private Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City to Cruise Port: $94
- Private Transfer to Gold Coast /OOL Airport from Brisbane /BNE Airport (1-7 Pax): $235
- Private Transfer from Brisbane Port to Brisbane Airport (BNE): $34
- Private Transfer from Brisbane Hotels to Brisbane Cruise Port: $34
- Private Transfer from Brisbane Airport to Noosa for 1 to 3 people: $266
- Private Transfer from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane Port: $34
- Private Airport/Resort Luxury Transfers: $107
- NOOSA: Private Transfer to/fro Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): $97
- NOOSA: Private Transfer to/fro Brisbane Airport (BNE): $258
- Movie World Theme Park from Brisbane Hotel One Way Transfer: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Brisbane?
Prices for flights to both Brisbane 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 $34Brisbane $32
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 Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $103
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $114
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:
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Hamburger Lunch$5.34
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Cup of Coffee$2.00
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Chinese Food Lunch$8.34
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Ice cream$3.67
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Japanese Meal$14
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Smoothie$4.33
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Japanese Soup$7.67
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Coffee & Muffin$4.67
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Morning Mint Tea$2.33
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Veggie Burger & Chips$9.34
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Bread$1.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vertigo Dinner: Dining on the edge!: $133
- Dinner on the Edge with Vertigo Brisbane: $170
- Guided Food Tour with Coffee, Seafood and Wine: $603
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Brisbane $24
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $300
- Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 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: $235
- 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Concert Tickets$13
Tours and Activities in Brisbane
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.
- 1 Hour Private Flight Tour with Paired Inflight Beer Tasting: $272
- 1hr Animal Tour: $44
- 2 Hour Sunset Jetski Tour on the Brisbane River: $201
- 2 Hour Sunset Jetski Tour on the Brisbane River: $119
- 2hr Animal Tour: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Tour in Brisbane: $58
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay: $153
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay: $268
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure to the Top of South Stradbroke Island: $145
- 45-Minute Behind-the-Tanks Tour on North Stradbroke Island: $33
- 90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour: $36
- Adventure Moreton Island Day Pass: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Brisbane $51
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: $64
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:
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Evening at the Bar$10
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Sixpack of Beer$9.34
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Guiness Beer$5.67
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Sixpack of Beer$8.66
Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:
- XXXX Beer Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $25
- XXXX Brewery Tour: $25
- City Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $51
- Brewery Tour River Cruise in Brisbane: $67
- Sirromet Wine Tasting And Blending Workshop For 2: $84
- Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $106
- Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour: $108
- Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour: $108
- Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $127
- Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $136
- Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour: $136
- Mount Tamborine Deluxe Wine Tasting with Two Course Lunch: $136
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane 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 Brisbane is in Pacific, 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane 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 Brisbane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Brisbane?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of Brisbane. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Brisbane, 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 Brisbane?
Brisbane 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 Brisbane in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Brisbane. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many visitors come to Brisbane in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Brisbane. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Brisbane averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brisbane this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Brisbane during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 256 hours of full sun in the summer.
Brisbane receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Brisbanein January. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAmman 25°C (77°F)Brisbane 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Amman or Brisbane in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Brisbane. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Brisbane for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Brisbanein April. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Brisbane fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Brisbanein April. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 214 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Brisbane. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Brisbanein April. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAmman 20°C (68°F)Brisbane 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Amman or Brisbane in the Winter?
Both Brisbane 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 winter months attract visitors to Brisbane because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Amman is much colder than Brisbane in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Brisbane fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Brisbane. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Brisbane during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Brisbanein July. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAmman 8°C (46°F)Brisbane 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Amman or Brisbane in the Spring?
Both Brisbane 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. Furthermore, the beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Brisbane this time of year.
In the spring, Amman is cooler than Brisbane. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Brisbane averages at about 21°C (69°F)in October.
In Brisbane, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brisbanein October. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 259 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Brisbanein October. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAmman 16°C (61°F)Brisbane 21°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Brisbane and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
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