Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Calgary?
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 Calgary. 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 Calgary?
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.
Calgary
Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Calgary $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $157. 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 Calgary in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Calgary $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Calgary $148
Compare Hotels in Amman and Calgary
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Calgary? 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 Calgary Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Calgary $13
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 Dead Sea Hotel: $59
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to the Dead Sea: $104
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Airport to Dead Sea Transfer (private shuttle): $85
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $88
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet & Assist Service : $105
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Luxury Transfer To Amman, Jordan: $35
- Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Calgary
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Calgary Airport (YYC) -Calgary: $128
- Private Transfers during Calgary Stampede: $74
- Private Transfer from Fernie to Calgary International Airport: $79
- Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Luxury SUV: $133
- Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Business Car: $112
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport to Sunshine Village : $62
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Luxury SUV: $133
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Business Car: $112
- Private Shuttle: Airport/Calgary to Canmore/Banff Transfers: $433
- Private Shuttle from Calgary Airport to Canmore Banff Transfers: $75
- Lake Louise: Calgary to Lake Louise Private Transfer 1 Way: $477
- Exclusive Private Shuttle: YYC Airport and Calgary Transfers: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Calgary?
Prices for flights to both Calgary 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 $34Calgary $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 Calgary
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:
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Bread, Chips, Cheese$8.22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Calgary
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Calgary.
- Light Brunch & Food Tour at Calgary Farmers' Market WEST: $82
- Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Calgary $16
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
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $35
- Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $35
- Downtown Walking tour. History, Food, Culture: $37
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $44
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45
- Amman Night Tour, The Most Popular & Underground Places: $48
- Amman City Walking Tour, Traditions ,Culture, History & Food: $48
- Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Calgary
Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Stampede Admission (for 2)$22
Tours and Activities in Calgary
Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Emerald Lake: $75
- /Banff/Canmore/Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield : $211
- 1 Day Tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake: $75
- 1 Day Tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald & Peyto Lake: $172
- 1-Day Banff Guided Tour, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise: $104
- 2 Day Guided Tour in Banff National Park: $299
- 6-Hour Private City Tour Drive to Calgary Tower: $699
- Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff: $75
- Banff Audio Guided Tour from Calgary: $16
- Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group: $181
- Banff Explorer Tour w/ Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Private: $366
- Best of Banff National Park and Iconic Lakes - Ultimate Day Tour: $108
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Calgary $11
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Calgary
Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Calgary Bar Crawl: Cruisin' Calgary: $12
- Calgary Brewery and Wine Tours at Award Winning Venues: $84
- Calgary Brewery Tour: $90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Calgary, we can see that Calgary 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 Calgary is in North 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 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 Calgary would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Calgary 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 Calgary Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Calgary?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 25% larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Calgary, 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.