Which place is cheaper, Bucharest or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Bucharest?
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 Bucharest. 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 Bucharest?
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.
Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.
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 Bucharest, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Bucharest $137
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Bucharest is $137. 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 Bucharest in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Bucharest $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Bucharest $126
Compare Hotels in Amman and Bucharest
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Bucharest? 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 Bucharest Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Bucharest $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:
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $20
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Private Transfer to or from Amman or Dead Sea or K.H.B: $60
- Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Transfers: $60
- Amman Airport Transfer to any Amman Hotel: $35
- Amman Airport Transfer to/from Multi Destinations: $55
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bucharest
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:
- Tulcea Bucharest Private Transfer: $173
- Transfert Privat București: $60
- Transfer from Otopeni Airport to Bucharest: $29
- Transfer from Bucharest to Brasov - Hotel Pick-up: $174
- Transfer from Bucharest to Brasov: $163
- Transfer and Full Access All Day at Therme Spa Bucharest : $109
- Transfer From Bucharest Airport To Sofia Bulgaria: $290
- Transfer Bucharest to/from Giurgiu Cruise Port: $140
- Transfer Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to/from Brasov: $244
- Transfer Bucharest Airport to Brasov: $287
- Transfer Airport Otopeni - Bucharest: $43
- Transfer Aeroport Otopeni: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Bucharest?
Prices for flights to both Bucharest 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 $34Bucharest $58
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:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
- Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bucharest
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.
- Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour: $60
- Cooking Class traditional food: $65
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $74
- Unhealthy Food Tour of Bucharest – 4 hours: $75
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner: $84
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner - 3 hours: $86
- Private Walking Food Tour - Culture, History & Traditions: $98
- 4-Hour Walking Food Tour in the Old Town: $201
- Bucharest City Tour & Traditional Home-made Cooking Experience: $227
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Bucharest $15
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- Private City Tour With Optional Traditional Food in Amman: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $26
- Amman Shooping Tour: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
- Amman Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $51
- Half Day Tour: Jerash From Amman.: $52
Tours and Activities in Bucharest
Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bears Sanctuary, Dracula's Castle, Brasov Day Trip Private Tour from Bucharest: $248
- Bucharest Panoramic Sightseeing - Private City Tour: $92
- Transylvania Heritage Tour at Peles Bran and Cantacuzino Castles: $92
- 1 Day 4x4 Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $173
- 1 Day ATV Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $206
- 1 Day Castles Tour - Sinaia and Bran: $137
- 10h Bucharest City Tour & Snagov Monastery (Dracula's Grave): $257
- 14 Days Private Tour in Romania, Moldova & Transnistria: $4,712
- 2 Days Private Tour - The Romanian Caves from Bucharest: $557
- 2 Hour Photoshoot Experience Near Bucharest Architectural Charms: $98
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Bucharest City: $87
- 2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Bucharest $9.17
Sample the Local Flavors in Bucharest
Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Weekend Pub Crawl: $23
- Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $25
- Bachelors Party in Custom Bar Crawl: $37
- Private Bar Crawling in Bucharest Old City: $42
- Private Wine Tasting in Bucharest: $43
- From Romanian Wine Tasting Tour: $45
- Pub Crawl in the Old CIty and Rooftop Hopping in Bucharest: $47
- Romanian Wine Tasting: $48
- Private Romanian Wine Tasting in Urlați: $51
- Bucharest VIP Bar Crawl in Lipscani 'Old Town': $59
- Bucharest City Tour and Wine Tasting: $84
- Wine Tasting Tour at First Wine Bar: $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Bucharest, we can see that Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest 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 Bucharest Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Bucharest?
Bucharest has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Bucharest, 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 Bucharest?
Bucharest 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 Bucharest in the Summer?
Both Bucharest 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, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bucharest this time of year.
Amman is around the same temperature as Bucharest in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Bucharest fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Bucharest, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Bucharest. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bucharest receives 289 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Bucharest. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bucharest receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Bucharest 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Amman or Bucharest in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Bucharest. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many travelers come to Bucharest for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Amman is much warmer than Bucharest. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Bucharest averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Bucharest during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Bucharest receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Bucharest. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Bucharest receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Bucharest 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Amman or Bucharest in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Bucharest. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Bucharest in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Bucharest can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Bucharest. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Bucharest fluctuates around -1°C (29°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Bucharest. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bucharest receives 71 hours of full sun.
Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Bucharest. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Bucharest receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Bucharest -1°C (29°F)
Should I visit Amman or Bucharest in the Spring?
Both Bucharest 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, most visitors come to Bucharest for the activities around the city during these months.
Amman is a little warmer than Bucharest in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Bucharest fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Bucharest during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Bucharest receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Bucharest. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Bucharest receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Bucharest 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Bucharest and Amman
| Amman | Bucharest | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -1°C (29°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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