A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Da Nang for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Da Nang?

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 Da Nang. 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 Da Nang?

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.

Da Nang

Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.

With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.

Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.

Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.


Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Amman?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Da Nang is $55. 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 Da Nang in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Da Nang $18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Da Nang $36
Compare Hotels in Amman and Da Nang

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Da Nang? 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 Da Nang


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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 Da Nang Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Da Nang $11
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:

  • Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $20
  • Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
  • Private Airport Transfer from Amman: $22
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations: $24
  • Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Amman hotels to Amman Airport (AMM) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
  • Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels or visa versa: $29
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
  • Amman Private Transfer to King Hussein Border: $35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:

  • Transfer from Da Nang or Hoi An to Hue via Bach Ma National Park: $81
  • Private transfer service from Danang airport to Hotel: $5.46
  • Private transfer Danang airport (DAD) - Danang City Center: $12
  • Private car transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport( 1 way ): $15
  • Private Transfers Da Nang Hoi An (Hotel or Airport pickup): $28
  • Private Transfer: Da Nang Airport/City – Hoi An City (Vice Versa): $22
  • Private Transfer to My Son Holyland-Marble Moutain-Monkey Mountain-Dragon Bridge: $85
  • Private Transfer to GOLDEN BRIDGE -Early Start to Avoid Crowd: $55
  • Private Transfer to Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge in French village: $40
  • Private Transfer between Da Nang and Hoi An: $33
  • Private Transfer between Da Nang Airport and Da Nang or Hoi An: $16
  • Private Transfer Service from Da Nang to BaNa Hill/Hoi An/My Son: $29

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Da Nang?

Prices for flights to both Da Nang 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
    Da Nang $27
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:

  • private cooking with local chef: $40
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
  • Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
  • 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 Da Nang

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.

  • Tasty Dinner Han River Dragon Cruise by Yatch & Tradictional Show: $17
  • Da Nang Food Tour & Hidden Gems w/ Students By Scooter: $19
  • Poseidon Cruise with Dinner and Dragon Bridge Show: $21
  • Home Cooking Class: Market, Garden and cooking 4 dishes: $26
  • Walking Food Tour of Da Nang: $27
  • Vietnamese Banh Xeo Cooking Class w.t Traditional Recipes-Private: $30
  • Da Nang Street Food Tour On Scooter - up to 12 Tastings: $31
  • 6 Hours Cooking Activity Pick up Da Nang: $33
  • Da Nang Private Tour Poseidon Dinner Cruise and Hotel Transfer: $33
  • Da Nang Food Tour Motorbike & Craft Beer By Ao Dai Lady Rider: $35
  • Cooking Class and Tasting Pho in Da Nang with Local Chef: $39
  • Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang: $39

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Da Nang $13

Tours and Activities in Amman

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

  • Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour: $20
  • Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
  • Amman Private Guided City Tour: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
  • Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
  • Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
  • Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
  • Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
  • Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
  • Amman Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Tour: $35

Tours and Activities in Da Nang

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:

  • 50/50 Da Nang & Hoi An City Private Tour ( 11 Hours ): $135
  • Amazing Da Nang Nightlife Tour withMARBLE MOUNTAIN&MONKEY MOUNTAIN,DRAGON BRIDGE: $90
  • Ancient Hoi An Town -Walking Tour -Lantern Boat Ride-Night Market: $79
  • BA NA HILL - GOLDEN BRIDGE- SUNWORLD - FRENCH VILLAGE - PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Tour: $129
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Day Tour Pick up from Da Nang/Hoi An: $65
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Exclusive Tour from Hoi An/Da Nang: $75
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Full-Day Tour: $65
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Full-Day Tour from Da Nang: $79
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour: Fantasy Park, Buffet Lunch: $29
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge with Fantasy Park Tour-Optional Lunch: $59
  • Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge | 1 Day Tour From Da Nang: $71
  • Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge Full-Day Tour | Flexible Start Times: $49

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Da Nang $8.94

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


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

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


Which is Bigger, Amman or Da Nang?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 70% larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Da Nang, 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 Da Nang?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Amman or Da Nang in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Da Nang. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.

Also, January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Da Nang. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Da Nang. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 242 hours of full sun.

Amman is cooler than Da Nang in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Da Nang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Da Nang 29°C (85°F)

Should I visit Amman or Da Nang in the Autumn?

Both Da Nang and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

The rainy season in Da Nang is August to December. It rains a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Da Nang during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 158 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In the autumn, Amman is cooler than Da Nang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Da Nang averages at about 25°C (78°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Da Nang 25°C (78°F)

Should I visit Amman or Da Nang in the Winter?

Both Da Nang 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round.

January to July is the dry season in Da Nang. Da Nang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Da Nang. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Da Nang. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 136 hours of full sun.

In January, Amman is generally much colder than Da Nang. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Da Nang fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Da Nang 22°C (71°F)

Should I visit Amman or Da Nang in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Da Nang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Da Nang this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Da Nang during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 210 hours of full sun in the spring.

Amman is much colder than Da Nang in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Da Nang fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Da Nang 26°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Da Nang and Amman

Amman Da Nang
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 23°C (73°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 26°C (80°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 29°C (83°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 30°C (85°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 29°C (85°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 29°C (85°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 331 mm (13 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 25°C (78°F) 613 mm (24.1 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 24°C (76°F) 376 mm (14.8 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)