A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Buenos Aires, Argentina for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

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 Buenos Aires, Argentina. 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina?

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.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.

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 Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.


Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Amman Prices
    Jordan Prices
    Buenos Aires, Argentina Prices
    Argentina Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Amman $135
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $56

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $56. 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $80
Compare Hotels in Amman and Buenos Aires, Argentina

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Buenos Aires, Argentina


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $2.09
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $19
  • Airport to Dead Sea Transfer (private shuttle): $85
  • Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $237
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $40
  • Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
  • Amman Airport Transfers - Book Your Airport Taxi: $50
  • Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
  • Amman Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $40
  • Amman Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $80
  • Amman Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airprort to Amman city centre: $55

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:

  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Buenos Aires HTL-APT (EZE): $109
  • Transfer from Buenos Aires Int Airport (EZE) to Buenos Aires Port: $72
  • Transfer from Buenos Aires Cruise Terminal to International Airport (EZE): $130
  • Transfer from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery to your Hotel in Buenos Aires: $40
  • Transfer Van 6 pax Airport Pistarini Buenos Aires to Hotel Port: $170
  • Transfer Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE) to Downtown Hotel: $115
  • Transfer Airports-Cruise Port: $190
  • Ticket Museum and Stadium Express Boca Juniors With Transfers: $82
  • Temaiken Biopark Tour with Transfer Included: $95
  • Tango Show in Tango Porteño - no transfers -: $47
  • Tango Show in Catullo Without Transfer: $28
  • Tango Show in Aljibe - No transfers: $75

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $58
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $7.55
Typical Food Prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • 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: $31
  • private cooking with local chef: $40
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
  • 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

  • Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $35
  • Tango Show at Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $37
  • Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $38
  • Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $39
  • BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $39
  • Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $42
  • BA: Premium Empanadas & Alfajores Cooking Experience in Palermo: $43
  • Buenos Aires Family Empanada Cooking Class Kids Take the Lead: $44
  • Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
  • Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
  • Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
  • El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner: $47

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $30

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
  • Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $18
  • Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $18
  • Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $18
  • Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $18
  • Amman Private City Tour: $18
  • Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
  • Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $27
  • Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $27
  • Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $27
  • Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $31
  • Amman and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $31

Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Único tour sobre la Historia del Tango (sin mitos): $60
  • "SAILING TOUR: Tango and Choripan (typical Argentine food): $300
  • 1-Hour Catamaran Cruise in the Tiger Delta: $20
  • 2 Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisina: $43
  • 2 Hours Football and Street Art Walking Tour in Buenos Aires: $30
  • 3 hours Private La Boca Street Art Walking Tour: $160
  • 5 Hour Private Driving and Walking Tour of Buenos Aires: $185
  • 5 Stops Walking Tour of Buenos Aires hidden Wineries: $82
  • @argentinahighlights City LGBTQ tour: $150
  • A Back-Street Beer Brewing Tour of Buenos Aires: $165
  • Adventure in Parque de la Costa: $95
  • Architectural tour of Buenos Aires: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $9.22

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127

Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Argentine Wine Tasting in Caminito with Appetizers Included: $45
  • BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
  • Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
  • Argentine Wine Tasting with Lunch or Charcuterie Pairings: $59
  • Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
  • Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $69
  • BA: Wine tour with 5 tasting stops in the heart of Palermo: $78
  • Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85
  • Malbec Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires Private Experience: $92
  • Wine Tasting Boutique in Buenos Aires: $94
  • Private Malbec Wine Tasting Experience in Buenos Aires: $95
  • Buenos Aires Wine Tasting Tour: $129


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Buenos Aires, Argentina, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina 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.

Amman is around the same temperature as Buenos Aires, Argentina in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.

In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun.

Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.

In the autumn, Amman is around the same temperature as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (65°F)in April.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Buenos Aires, Argentina this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)

Should I visit Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Amman is generally cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun.

Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Amman or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.

Amman is around the same temperature as Buenos Aires, Argentina in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in October.

It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Amman

Amman Buenos Aires, Argentina
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 25°C (77°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 24°C (75°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 22°C (71°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 18°C (65°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 18°C (64°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 21°C (69°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 23°C (74°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)