Which place is cheaper, Cordoba 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 Cordoba?
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 Cordoba. 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 Cordoba?
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.
Cordoba
Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.
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 Spain, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Cordoba $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $176. 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 Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Cordoba $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Cordoba $158
Compare Hotels in Amman and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Cordoba? 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 Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Cordoba $33
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:
- Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.79
- Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
- Queen Alia Airport to Amman – Private Transfer with Wi-Fi: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman City: $21
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $23
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations: $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
- Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:
- Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $59
- Guided tour of Medina Azahara with transfer from Córdoba: $30
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $143
- Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $262
- Arrival Transfer from Cordoba Airport ODB to Cordoba by Sedan: $77
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba 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 $58Cordoba $67
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 Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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Ice Cream$2.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.
- Show cooking on a rooftop at a Spanish mom’s home in Córdoba: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Cordoba $29
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman by Night Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:
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Garden Entrance Fee$6.98
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Cordoba Tickets included Week Days: $195
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Cordoba Weekends Tickets included: $219
- 3-hour Private Tour of Córdoba: $89
- Authentic Patios of Cordoba Guided Tour: $21
- Best of Cordoba Guided Tour: $50
- Bike Tour Córdoba: $34
- Córdoba Mosque : Ticket + Self-Guided Tour created by Local Guide: $34
- Calling for Foodies: Tapas Tour & Wine Córdoba: $160
- City Sightseeing Cordoba Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Cordoba Highlights Private Bike Tour With A Guide: $130
- Cordoba Jewish Quartier Guided Tour: $18
- Cordoba Monumental Intensive Tour in Spanish Tickets included: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Cordoba $43
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 and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $28
- Cordoba Frescas Wine Tasting and Tapas: $65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Cordoba, we can see that Cordoba 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 Cordoba 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 Cordoba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cordoba 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 Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Cordoba?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Cordoba, 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 Cordoba?
Cordoba 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 Cordoba in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Cordoba. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Cordoba because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 358 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets more rain in July than Cordoba. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cordoba this time of year.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Cordoba. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 202 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cordoba in the Winter?
Both Cordoba and Amman during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Cordoba for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Amman is cooler than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Cordoba. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 162 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Cordoba. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many visitors come to Cordoba in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Amman is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Cordoba averages at about 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 203 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Cordoba 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
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