Which place is cheaper, Coimbra 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 Coimbra?
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 Coimbra. 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 Coimbra?
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.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Coimbra $160
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $160. 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 Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Coimbra $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Coimbra $102
Compare Hotels in Amman and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Coimbra? 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 Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Coimbra $12
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:
- Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
- Reliable Door-to-Door Private Transfer Amman ⇆ Dead Sea ⇆ Airport: $40
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers From / To Amman, Petra, Dead Sea.: $45
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service: $50
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $40
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Amman to the Dead Sea: $48
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Dead sea: $95
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $156
- Transfer from Lisboa to Coimbra with visit to Fátima Sanctuary, half day: $198
- Private transfer from/to Fatima - Porto, Coimbra or Aveiro: $269
- Private transfer from/to Fátima - Porto, Braga or Guimarães: $209
- Private transfer from Porto Airport to Coimbra: $211
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova: $293
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $158
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra 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 $58Coimbra $96
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 by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Coimbra $21
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $185
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour All Inclusive: $195
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Coimbra: $249
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $99
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $88
- Arista Tour - Penacova Windmills and Landscapes (noon): $88
- Aveiro, Barra and Costa Nova | Full-day Private Tour: $227
- Best of Coimbra Private Walking Tour with University Late Visit: $82
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $29
- Buggy Tour in Serra da Lousã 2Hours: $146
- Buracas do Casmilo Private Hiking Tour from Coimbra: $105
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 120-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $303
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 240-minute Off-Road Buggy Adventure: $512
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 60-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Coimbra $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
- Bairrada Sommelier Experience Wine Tasting and Lunch: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra 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 Coimbra 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra 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 Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Coimbra?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Coimbra, 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 Coimbra?
Coimbra 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 Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Coimbra. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Coimbra averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Amman or Coimbra in the Autumn?
Both Coimbra and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun.
Coimbra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Coimbra. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Amman or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Coimbra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
Amman is cooler than Coimbra in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives around the same amount of rain as Coimbra. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Amman or Coimbra in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Coimbra. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Amman is around the same temperature as Coimbra. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Coimbra averages at about 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Coimbra. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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.